Thank you for viewing. This is an Augarten openwork pierced plate. I fell in love with its delicate design and craftsmanship at first sight. Augarten is a historic kiln that was the second in Europe to succeed in porcelain making, but it was originally established as the Vienna kiln. It can be broadly divided into five periods: Du Paquier Period (1718-1744) Rococo Period (1744-1784) Neoclassical Period (1784-1805) Biedermeier Period (1805-1864) Art Deco Period (1923-) Founded in 1718 by Claudius Innocentius du Paquier, this porcelain workshop became the property of the imperial family in 1744. In 1864, the Imperial Porcelain Workshop came to an end. After that, it was temporarily closed until 1923. From 1923, the Vienna Porcelain Manufactory was based in Augarten and changed its name to the Augarten Porcelain Workshop. Since then, it has been known as the current Augarten. Speaking of Augarten, there are many famous works such as Wiener Rose, Biedermeier, and Maria Theresa, but you rarely see the openwork pierced plate that I am offering this time. Of course, it is a one-of-a-kind item, so it will not be available in the future. This item, judging from the backstamp, is believed to be a work from around 1923. It is a rare, ultra-early work of Augarten. Augarten has a significantly smaller distribution volume compared to Meissen and Herend, so it is difficult to obtain. Pierced plates are available from various kilns such as Meissen, Herend, and Royal Copenhagen. Personally, I thought that Herend's pierced plates were the most delicate and ingenious, but this plate is even more wonderful and exceptional. The fine piercing and small flowers are colored in blue and gold, and five flowers are painted in the center. It's so beautiful that you can't help but be mesmerized and look at it forever. [Condition] There is one brown stain on the back, possibly from the time of manufacture. In addition, there are almost no scratches on the surface, and there are no cracks or chips, so it is in excellent condition. I think it has been cherished for 80 years. [Size] 21cm How about it?