Produced between 1882 and 1930 by the Carl Teichert manufactory in the city of Meissen, this monumental 21.5-inch Blue Onion serving platter represents an increasingly scarce example of early German porcelain craftsmanship from the height of European ceramic production.

This listing includes:
• One (1) Large Oval Serving Platter - 21.5" wide x 2.5" high (54.6cm x 6.4cm)

At over a century old and in exceptional preserved condition, this substantial antique platter offers collectors authentic German porcelain heritage with a scale rarely found from this early period—perfect for both functional holiday service and museum-quality wall display.

Condition: Excellent for age—remarkable preservation with no chips, cracks, repairs, or crazing across 100+ years. Cobalt blue decoration remains vibrant with no fading or wear. Serving surface shows minimal age-appropriate use with no significant utensil marks or scratches. Authentic Teichert backstamp with oval "MEISSEN" text mark and star indicator confirms genuine manufacture in the city of Meissen.

An ideal starting point for collectors seeking authentic antique German porcelain rather than contemporary reproductions, this platter delivers documented 19th-century heritage at accessible pricing—the same timeless Blue Onion design featured regularly in Veranda and Town & Country as a design editor favorite for its enduring versatility, now available as a genuine century-old antique.

Detail
• Maker: Carl Teichert (Teichert-Werke) — Made in the City of Meissen, Germany
• Collection: Blue Onion Pattern | Design: "Zwiebelmuster"
• Material: Heavy hard-paste porcelain with hand-applied underglaze cobalt blue decoration
• Size: 21.5" wide x 2.5" high (54.6cm x 6.4cm)
• Made in: Meissen, Germany
• Production Period: 1882-1930
• Authentication: Oval "MEISSEN" mark with star indicator—documented Teichert factory mark used 1882-1930
• Rarity: Monumental 21.5" width is exceptionally scarce for platters from this early production period

The Blue Onion pattern's enduring appeal lies in its masterful reinterpretation of Chinese botanical motifs—stylized peonies, asters, and pomegranates rendered in luminous cobalt blue against pristine white porcelain. Despite its name, no onions appear in the design; the misnomer arose from European interpretations of Asian fruit forms. This exceptional 21.5-inch antique platter provides substantial serving capacity for holiday roasts, whole fish presentations, or dramatic charcuterie displays, while the classic white ground and iconic blue ornamentation ensure compatibility with both formal china services and casual country house aesthetics. The monumental size and preserved condition make this equally valuable as functional heirloom tableware or wall-mounted decorative art showcasing authentic 19th-century German ceramic artistry.

Perfect for:
• Thanksgiving turkey or holiday roast presentations
• Whole fish service or seafood platters
• Dramatic charcuterie and cheese boards
• Formal dinner party centerpiece serving
• Buffet table main course display
• Decorative wall hanging in kitchens or dining rooms
• Blue-and-white china wall installations
• Gallery wall arrangements with other antique porcelain
• Wedding gift for couples building heirloom collections
• Antique collectors seeking authentic German porcelain
• Museum-quality display pieces
• Generational heirloom transfer celebrating 100+ year legacy

Looks beautiful in:
• Formal dining rooms as serving centerpiece or wall display
• Traditional kitchens displayed on plate rails or mounted on walls
• Butler's pantry or china cabinet presentation
• Gallery wall arrangements with other blue and white porcelain
• Breakfast room for weekend brunch service
• Entryways and powder rooms as blue-and-white wall art

Complements these styles:

• Grandmillennial and Old Money European aesthetics
• Chinoiserie and blue-and-white porcelain collections
• Traditional German and Austrian decor
• Antique European Ceramic Collections
• Classic European table settings

Care Instructions:
• Hand wash recommended to preserve the 100+ year old hand-painted decoration
• Avoid dishwasher use on antique porcelain to prevent thermal shock
• Avoid abrasive cleaners or scouring pads on decorated surfaces
• Store with protective padding if stacking with other serving pieces
• Handle by rim edges to distribute weight evenly across large oval form

Shipping:
• Museum-quality packaging with full insurance coverage included for antique porcelain
• Wrapped individually in acid-free tissue and bubble wrap with reinforced edge protection
• Packed in custom-sized box with multiple layers of cushioning material to protect century-old ceramic
• Expedited shipping available upon request
• International buyers responsible for customs duties and import taxes in destination country