Frankenthal Porcelain Factory (Germany) ceramics

The Frankenthal Porcelain Factory was a German porcelain manufacturing company that was established in 1755 in Frankenthal, Germany. The factory was one of the first porcelain factories in Germany and was founded by the entrepreneur Claus Michael Schelle and the sculptor Johann Friedrich Eberlein.

The Frankenthal factory was known for producing high-quality porcelain pieces, including figurines, vases, and tableware. The factory's products were highly sought after and were known for their intricate designs and delicate craftsmanship. During its peak, the Frankenthal factory employed over 200 workers and produced thousands of pieces of porcelain each year.

The Frankenthal factory was affected by the turmoil of the late 18th and early 19th centuries, including the Napoleonic Wars and the economic struggles of the time. Despite these challenges, the factory continued to produce porcelain until its closure in 1799.

Frankenthal porcelain is highly prized by collectors and is considered to be more... some of the finest porcelain produced in Germany during the 18th and 19th centuries. less...