Meissen Blue Onion, set of two dinner plates.

Meissen Blue Onion, set of two dinner plates. Two porcelain dinner plates with hand-painted blue decoration in the classic Blue Onion pattern. First factory quality, marked with Meissen crossed swords. Diameter 24 cm. Origin: Germany. Material: Porcelain. Dimensions: D. 24 cm. Period: Mid 20th century. Condition: Excellent condition with minor signs of wear. Bio: The Meissen porcelain manufactory was founded in 1710 and is the oldest porcelain factory in Europe. It is renowned for its high quality and hand-painted decoration, including the iconic Blue Onion pattern, which has been produced since the 18th century and remains one of the factory’s most recognisable designs.