Rosenthal "The Montrose" China Service Pieces

This is a grouping of fine porcelain tableware from Rosenthal, specifically identified as 'The Montrose' pattern. The set includes a footed sugar bowl with lid, a matching lidded vegetable tureen, and a stack of approximately ten dinner plates. The pieces are crafted from high-quality white vitreous porcelain featuring a distinctive wide seafoam green (celadon) border and hand-painted or high-quality transfer floral sprays of pink roses and blue forget-me-nots. A hallmark of this service is the heavy application of 22k gold gilding on the angular Art Deco-style handles, the finials, and the scalloped rims. The construction reflects mid-20th-century German manufacturing, likely dating between the 1940s and 1950s. The handles exhibit a unique geometric, squared 'greek key' influence, while the lids are notched to accommodate serving spoons. Condition appears excellent with no visible chips or cracks; however, there is minor rubbing to the gold gilding on the high points of the sugar bowl handles. The glaze remains bright with no evidence of significant utensil marks or crazing, indicating the set was well-maintained and likely used only for formal occasions.