Rare Antique 1918+ MZ Altrohlau CM-R Czechoslovakian Fine Porcelain Dinner Plate Vintage This item is a red

This item is a red clay plate decorated with Greek mythological imagery and the Greek key along the rim

The firm originally began manufacturing as Soho Pottery but was renamed Simpsons Pottery Ltd in 1944

the colour and oval shape of the item also permits it to be used as a display dish

Sugar bowl height with lid: 11

The saucer and tea plate both have scalloped rims

Rare Antique 1918+ MZ Altrohlau CM-R Czechoslovakian Fine Porcelain Dinner Plate Vintage This item is a redThe firm of Altorhlau was established by Benedikt Hassler in 1810 as a Faience and Stoneware pottery producer. The name Altrohlau came from the Austrian town which was located in present day Stara Role near Karlovy Vary in Czechoslovakia. In 1823 the firm was acquired by August Novotny & Co and after 1836 the factory began to manufacture porcelain. In 1884 the company was sold to Moritz Zdekauer from Prague. The marks MZ Altrohlau CM R, Czechoslovakia