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Vintage Signed Scherzer Set Porcelain Tableware

$1,149.15per set
£841.24per set
€950per set
CA$1,572.14per set
A$1,662.16per set
CHF 893.20per set
MX$19,962.77per set
NOK 11,184.42per set
SEK 10,234.57per set
DKK 7,236.29per set

About the Item

A beautiful and rare "Art de la Table" porcelain dinnerware set from the famous Maison Zeh, Scherzer Co. It consists of five pieces, also sold separately: a round soup plate, diameter 30.5 cm x height 4.4 cm a round flate plate, diameter 30.5 cm x height 3 cm a pair of oval plates, dimensions 36.5 cm x 25 cm x height 3 cm an oval plate, dimensions 33 cm x 20 cm x height 2.5 cm All are marked "Scherzer Bavaria Germany" on the bottom with the crown and the inventory number. This item, never before on the market, comes from an important European private collection Every item of our Gallery, upon request, is accompanied by a certificate of authenticity issued by Sabrina Egidi official Expert in Italian furniture for the Chamber of Commerce of Rome and for the Rome Civil Courts. Zeh, Scherzer Co. (Scherzer Bavaria) porcelain is a renowned German brand founded in 1880 in Rehau and active until 1992. It is known for producing high-quality tableware, coffee sets, and tea sets, often featuring classic decorations, pure gold, and an elegant style typical of Bavarian craftsmanship. It is highly sought-after on the vintage and antiques market. Here are some highlights about Scherzer Bavaria: Origins: Founded in 1880 by Johann Nicol Adam Zeh, the company became one of Bavaria's leading porcelain exporters, with a strong presence in the US market in the early 20th century. Style and Production: Scherzer porcelain is known for its finesse. The services often feature floral decorations, simple, elegant lines, or cobalt blue and gold embellishments. Vintage Period: Many of the pieces available today date back to the 1950s, 1960s, and 1970s, a period in which the company focused on producing tableware and dinnerware, celebrating its 75th anniversary in 1955 with 850 employees. Collectibles: Scherzer Bavaria porcelain complete services (often for 12 people) or cake stands, sugar bowls, and tea/coffee sets are highly sought after on antiques and collectors' marketplaces, recognizable by the brand name on the bottom. Characteristics: Products typically marked "Zeh, Scherzer Co.," "Bavaria Germany," are often associated with a refined style, sometimes with modern shapes for the time (1960s) or filigree motifs.
  • Creator:
    Scherzer Bavaria (Cabinetmaker)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 1.78 in (4.5 cm)Width: 9.85 in (25 cm)Depth: 14.38 in (36.5 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 5
  • Style:
    Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1955 ca.
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading.
  • Seller Location:
    Roma, IT
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU4827248496772

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