{HISTORY}

Made by Hermann Ohme in Silesia, Germany between 1900-1920, this porcelain vegetable bowl graces the table with an elegance and beauty that has withstood over one hundred years of mealtime service.  Featuring a gorgeous color palette of pastel shades that include blush, raspberry, pale butter, pale mint, dove grey and pine green, it's simple shape displays a host of foods in pretty fashion.

From pastel painted easter eggs to a heaping pile of sauteed green beans, from fresh baked rolls to a batch of colorful macaroons, from scoops of homemade ice cream to salads bursting with spring greens and aromatic herbs, this bowl makes everything look like a feast for the eyes and the belly all at once.

Operating from the early 1880s to 1930, Hermann Ohme produced a collection of the prettiest German porcelain for the European, British, and American markets. Known for their two different porcelain glazes - Clear and Old Ivory, the Ohme factory manufactured complete dinnerware sets in a variety of patterns. This pink rose design appeared on many different styles of dishware within the HO canon, from simple, classic shapes to more ornate pieces.

Ohme's Old Ivory glaze tinted the porcelain to produce a soft creamy shade while the Clear glaze highlighted the natural bright white color of the porcelain clay. This bowl, bright and airy with a ring of free-floating roses wrapping around the rim, feature the Clear glaze.  A thin gold inner stripe adds a little extra reflective shimmer. 

Very successful during its run, the downfall of Hermann Ohme ultimately was the Great Depression, when the export trade was significantly interrupted. By that time, most of Ohme's business relied heavily on export relationships with other countries and when the economy collapsed, unfortunately so did the pottery. 

Lucky for us their beautiful dishes still remain. So pretty for spring garden parties, summer brunch and all the lovely social gatherings of the warm weather seasons, it's no wonder this bowl has been delighting diners for over a century. Pretty porcelain never goes out of style. 

{SPECIAL FEATURES}

- Colors include blush, raspberry, pale butter, pale mint, dove grey and pine green

-  Marked on the bottom with the maker's mark 

{CONDITION}

In beautiful antique condition. This bowls contains no chips, cracks or stains, except for two small chips (each less than 1/8" inch in size)  on the exterior bottom pedestal section of the bowl where it meets the countertop. The floral transferware is crisp and clear. The gold stripe is wearing slightly in some spots due to age.  Please see photos.

{SIZE}

Measures 9.25" inches (length) x 7.25" inches (width) in diameter and weighs 1.3 lbs.

{FOR THE COLLECTOR}

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