Vintage 1930s Art Deco Fine Porcelain Coffee/Tea Set MZ Altrohlau & Protea China, Yellow and Blac

Vintage 1930s Art Deco Fine Porcelain Coffee/Tea Set MZ Altrohlau & Protea China, Yellow and Black

ThiS Art Deco porcelain coffee/tea set features a coffee pot from both MZ Altrohlau (Czechoslovakia) and Protea China. Established in 1810 by Benedikt Hassler, the firm in Altrohlau (now Stara Role, near Karlovy Vary) transitioned from faience and stoneware to fine porcelain production in 1836. This particular MZ Altrohlau CM-R mark was used between 1918 and 1939 by Starorolsky Porcelan Moritz Zdekauer, showcasing their historic craftsmanship.

Set Details:

Coffee Pot / Small Teapot: 15 cm high (Marked MZ Altrohlau CM-R, Czechoslovakia, with a small chip on the spoutsee photos)

Cups: 5 tiny cups, each 5.5 cm high  (Marked Protea China)

Saucers: 6 saucers, each 10.5 cm in diameter  (Marked Protea China)

Milk Jug: 7 cm high  (Marked Protea China)

Sugar Bowl: Features a hairline crack on the side (see photos for close-up)  (Marked Protea China)

This fine porcelain set is decorated in a striking Art Deco style with bold yellow and black accents, typical of the 1930s. With historical provenance and delicate craftsmanship, this set is perfect for collectors or anyone who appreciates vintage European porcelain. Please review all photos carefully for noted imperfections.

Please note that these are small, espresso-sized cups rather than standard teacup size.