Royal Copenhagen, set of 3 antique lunch plates.

Royal Copenhagen, set of 3 antique lunch plates. Hand-painted porcelain plates decorated with a naturalistic thistle motif and a gilded rim. The plates feature a subtly ribbed surface and reflect the high level of craftsmanship characteristic of Royal Copenhagen’s production in the second half of the 19th century. Origin: Denmark. Manufacturer: Royal Copenhagen. Material: Porcelain. Dimensions: D. 22 cm. Period: Second half of the 19th century. Condition: Excellent condition with minor wear to the gilding. Quality: 1st factory quality. Bio: Founded in 1775, Royal Copenhagen is the oldest porcelain manufactory in Denmark. During the 19th century, the factory achieved international recognition for its exceptional hand-painted porcelain with botanical decoration, characterised by technical precision and artistic refinement. Plates from this period were produced for formal table settings and are today highly sought-after antique collector’s pieces.