Carl Tielsch Pierced Porcelain Bowl

This is an antique Carl Tielsch Altwasser porcelain pierced serving bowl with floral painting.

Carl Tielsch founded his porcelain factory in Altwasser, Silesia, in 1845, quickly growing to become one of the most prominent competitors to the Royal Porcelain Manufactory in Berlin. The factory was renowned for producing high-quality white porcelain featuring elegant molded details, delicate hand-painted floral motifs, and lavish gilt highlights. Tielsch wares gained international acclaim for their refined aesthetic, becoming a staple of affluent European and American households during the late Victorian era. The technique of pierced reticulation combined with swirling fluted molding required exceptional skill from the ceramic artisans during firing and glazing. Skilled painters then hand-applied polychrome floral sprays, ensuring that each decorative piece possessed a unique artistic touch. Following mergers and changes in ownership through the 20th century, early Carl Tielsch marked pieces remain highly sought after by collectors of antique European ceramics.

• Period: Circa 1890-1910
• Origin: Altwasser, Silesia