Hutschenreuther Selb Bavaria artistic porcelain

Hutschenreuther is a prestigious German porcelain brand with a history dating back to 1814 when Carolus Magnus Hutschenreuther founded his factory in Hohenberg an der Eger, Bavaria. The specific 'LHS' mark seen in the image refers to the factory founded by his son, Lorenz Hutschenreuther, in Selb in 1857. For much of the 20th century, the two Hutschenreuther entities operated separately until they merged in 1969 to form Porzellanfabriken Lorenz Hutschenreuther AG.

The 'Abteilung für Kunst' (Art Department) inscription indicates that this piece was part of the brand's high-quality artistic division, which gained international fame for its intricate figurines and decorative wares. Historically, these pieces were manufactured in the Bavarian town of Selb, often referred to as the 'Porcelain City' of Germany.

In 2000, the brand was acquired by Rosenthal GmbH. Since 2009, Rosenthal (and thus the Hutschenreuther brand) has been owned by the Italian Arcturus Group (Samba de Amico & Co.). As of 2026, the brand continues to operate as a high-end label under the Rosenthal umbrella, maintaining its heritage of Bavarian craftsmanship and limited-edition collectors' items.