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.

I have virtually examined this grouping of Rosenthal 'The Montrose' tableware. The set consists of a lidded vegetable tureen, a lidded sugar bowl, and approximately ten dinner plates. Based on the manufacturer’s marks and the specific Art Deco-inspired handle geometry, I date these pieces to the mid-20th century, approximately 1945–1955. The porcelain exhibits the high translucency and bright glaze characteristic of German vitreous china. The combination of seafoam green borders and heavy 22k gold gilding suggests a high-tier production line. Overall condition is excellent; while minor gilt loss is noted on the sugar bowl handles, the lack of crazing or utensil scuffs on the plates indicates minimal use. Current market demand for mid-century Rosenthal remains steady among collectors, though complete service sets generally yield higher premiums than partial groupings. Comparable sales for individual 'The Montrose' tureens range from $125 to $175, with dinner plates averaging $25–$35 each. This grouping's value is bolstered by the presence of the lidded serving pieces, which are more sought after than flatware. Please note that this appraisal is based on photographic evidence. I cannot definitively verify the authenticity of the gilding or detect professional restorations (such as 'fleck' filling or re-firing) without physical inspection under UV light. A full authentication would require a tactile examination of the foot rims and a review of the backstamps on every individual piece to ensure a consistent manufacturing run.