All about Madonna services

In Soviet times, one of the most common gifts for weddings, anniversaries, family celebrations was a set. This exquisite set of dishes became an adornment of any interior. The presence of the service was a sign of the wealth of the owners. The Madonna canteens, tea and coffee sets were very popular. In the article we will understand what caused such a high demand for this German-made porcelain set.

Porcelain tableware production began in Germany in the 18th century. The quality of the manufactured products was in no way inferior to the world famous Chinese porcelain. The production of porcelain tableware did not stop during the Second World War. The product has been exported to many European countries.

After the Soviet troops entered Germany, an active interest arose in the Soviet Union in German porcelain tableware, which was distinguished by its excellent quality and aesthetic appearance. Soon, all over the territory of the GDR began the restoration of factories that were engaged in the production of porcelain products.

How did Soviet people know about German porcelain? Why did they make a real boom in the 70s of the last century?

The German service "Madonna" appeared in the USSR thanks to Soviet soldiers, who, returning to their homeland, brought it as a present to their relatives and friends. The exquisite design of the dishes immediately delighted the Soviet people. Now every wealthy family wanted him, because his presence in the house spoke of the prosperity of the owners.

Later, in the early 70s of the twentieth century, tourists, specialists sent on a business trip, began to go to Germany and bring Madonna sets from there as a souvenir. The wide demand for these products has led to the need to expand production.New factories appeared in the Czech Republic and Poland.

Its popularity lasted until 1995. Today, Madonna porcelain sets are practically not produced in Germany; Ilmenau and Kahla are one of the few factories. Their most large-scale production continues in the Czech Republic (Leander plant, Carlsbad) and Poland. True connoisseurs of German porcelain believe that the originals of the sets were produced in Germany in the 50-70s of the XX century, their beauty cannot be compared with modern counterparts.

Today the service is highly regarded among collectors of antique tableware. The older the set, the higher its cost. Unfortunately, we often come across fakes of the service, so in order to easily distinguish the original, a special stamp is applied to each element of the set, which indicates the year of manufacture, as well as the plant where it was made.

You can buy a German porcelain set in specialized crockery stores. As for the Madonna sets, made at the porcelain factories of the GDR, they can be bought at special auctions, but their price will be an order of magnitude higher than modern sets of Czech or Polish production. Modern sets can always be supplemented with new elements from the same collection - salad bowls, various dishes, a cake plate, an egg tray, a tray, a fruit bowl and others.

And also antique sets can be purchased from a private person, but here it is important to immediately check the authenticity of the service so as not to stumble upon a fake.

There are three main types of Madonna porcelain sets - tea, table and coffee... And also sets can be for a different number of persons - 2, 4, 6 or 12. In addition, they can differ in their configuration.

Tea sets "Madonna" due to their elegance and subtlety of design will adorn any tea drinking. We suggest that you familiarize yourself with several options for Madonna tea sets.

• Tea set Leander - "Mary Ann" ("Madonna" cobalt). A set of Czech production for 6 persons, decorated with a blue rim with gold painting and antique scenes with half-naked girls in multi-colored light robes. Consists of 15 items: a 1.2 liter teapot, milk jug, sugar bowl and 6 cups and saucers.

• Tea set Leander - "Sonata" ("Madonna" mother-of-pearl), Czech Republic. Exquisite porcelain tea set for 6 people, pearl-coated. Decorated with gold accents and images of three half-naked girls in red, blue and yellow robes, conducting an active conversation. The set includes a kettle, a container for milk or cream, a sugar bowl, 6 saucers and 6 cups.

• Tea set "Madonna" "Rose". German porcelain service for 6 persons with rose, decorated with mother-of-pearl and gold patterns. Composition: teapot, milk jug, sugar bowl, 6 cups and saucers, 6 plates for dessert.

Madonna table sets will add sophistication to any family celebration. A wide variety of items included in the set allow you to choose a dining set with the composition that you need. Sets differ in colors, patterns and decor. Among the variety of Madonna dining sets, we offer a description of several popular sets.

• Table service Leander - "Sonata" ("Madonna" mother-of-pearl). Country of origin - Czech Republic. Dinner set for 12 persons, decorated with pearlescent plating with elements of gold painting. The kitchen service includes 43 items: a tureen, an oval and a round dish, two salad bowls, containers for salt and sauce, 12 deep bowls, 12 shallow bowls, 12 dessert bowls.

• Dinner service "Madonna" green. Czech porcelain set for 6 persons. The set includes: 1 round and 2 oval dishes of different diameters, 2 salad bowls, a plate for soup - 6 pieces, a plate for salad - 6 pieces, a gravy boat, a soup bowl with a lid, containers for salt and pepper.

• Table set Queens Crown "Madonna" (Czech Republic). A beautiful porcelain kitchen set for 6 people, decorated with mother-of-pearl and gold painting. Consists of 27 elements: tureens, oval-shaped dishes, round-shaped dishes, salt shakers, pepper shakers, two salad containers, 6 deep, shallow and dessert plates, and a gravy boat on a stand.

Who does not like to sit at home with friends over a cup of delicious coffee. It is especially pleasant when such a wonderful crockery set as "Madonna" is used for this event.

Not sure which Madonna coffee service to choose? We offer several descriptions of high-quality porcelain sets that are currently on sale.

• Leander coffee service - "Sonata" ("Madonna"). Delicate porcelain set from a Czech manufacturer for 6 people. Consists of 15 items: coffee pot (1.15 l), milk jug, sugar bowl, 6 cups (150 ml) and saucers. The spout of the coffee pot and the handles of the cups are decorated with yellow gold, which gives the set a luxurious look.

• Leander coffee service - "Mary Ann" ("Madonna" cobalt). Czech coffee set for six, decorated with a blue rim with a gold pattern and pictures of half-dressed antique girls. The set includes: 1,15 liter coffee pot, milk jug, sugar bowl, 6 small cups and saucers.