Bjorn Wiinblad Christmas Plates
There are three different series of Bjørn Wiinblad Christmas plates, all produced by Rosenthal. The series described here are the porcelain Christmas Gospel plates from 1971-82.
Posts tagged ‘Rosenthal’
Dec 17
Dec 14
Thomas Germany, Eclipse
This very smart modernist op-art design is “Eclipse”, made by Thomas of Germany c1970s. (Part of the Rosenthal group) . The bold, crisp design was created by H.T. Baumann & Barbara Brenner for Thomas/Rosenthal.
Barbara Brenner worked for Rosenthal from 1960 to ?. Her “Scenario Metropol” and its strong “Memphis” style pattern, has become known as her signature design.
Eclipse was one of several designs at Thomas during this era which had these typically white ground minimalist designs decorated with very bold and striking “op-art” patterns .
Thomas Germany, Eclipse Design
Thomas Germany, Eclipse Design
Thomas Germany, Eclipse Design
The following background on H. T. Baumann was kindly sent to me by Christine in the U.K. : Read more
Dec 9
Bjorn Wiinblad – Part 2: Rosenthal
Number 2 of a 3 part series summarising Wiinblad's career as a ceramic designer.
Wiinblad began work with German Company Rosenthal around 1957 after being “discovered” by Philip Rosenthal who was looking for new designs for Rosenthal line. This collaboration with Rosenthal became one of the most important in his life and lasted over 50 years.
