Hutschenreuther (Germany) ceramics

The Hutschenreuther porcelain factory was founded in Hohenberg an der Eger, Germany, in 1814 by Carolus Magnus Hutschenreuther. He had previously worked at the Wallendorf porcelain manufactory in Lichte (Wallendorf). Initially, the factory produced household porcelain items such as plates, cups and saucers, but over time they expanded their range to include decorative items such as figurines and vases. Carolus Magnus Hutschenreuther died in 1845 and the factory was run by his widow and two sons.

In 1857, Lorenz Hutschenreuther, the elder son of Carolus Magnus Hutschenreuther, established a porcelain factory in Selb. They expanded from 1902 to 1969 and were named Porzellanfabriken Lorenz Hutschenreuther AG Selb (Lorenz Hutschenreuther Porcelain Factories Company, Selb). In the late 19th century, the factory underwent significant changes under the leadership of Lorenz Hutschenreuther, who introduced new production techniques and designs. The company became known for its high-quality porcelain and received numerous awards at more... international exhibitions.

In the 1969 the two Hutschenreuther. factories factories merged and continued to produce porcelain items under the Hutschenreuther brand. However, in 2000, the company was sold to the Italian luxury goods group, Bormioli Rocco. Production of Hutschenreuther porcelain was centralised in Selb. less...