Description:

Tapio Wirkkala for Rosenthal, "Dragonfly" salad plates.

Set of five salad plates from Rosenthal Studio-Linies iconic Polygon series, designed by renowned Finnish designer Tapio Wirkkala. Decorated with the elegant "Dragonfly" motif featuring reeds and dragonflies, the plates beautifully combine Scandinavian design with exceptional German porcelain craftsmanship.

Origin: Germany.
Designer: Tapio Wirkkala.
Manufacturer: Rosenthal Studio-Linie.
Material: Porcelain.
Dimensions: D. 20 cm.
Period: 1970s.
Condition: Very good condition, all marked, with only minor signs of wear.

Bio:
Tapio Wirkkala (1915–1985) was one of Finlands most celebrated designers, renowned for his work in glass, silver and porcelain. His Polygon series for Rosenthal Studio-Linie is distinguished by its faceted geometric forms and refined nature-inspired decoration, bringing together Scandinavian modernism and German porcelain craftsmanship. The series remains highly sought after by collectors of twentieth-century design.