Antique M Z Austria L S S Carlsbad Handled Cake Plate Platter Ribbon Swags 10"

Authentic antique porcelain cake plate/serving platter featuring a heavily ruffled scalloped rim, integrated open-reticulated handles, vibrant pink rose swags, delicate ribbon motifs, and a detailed central bouquet containing mixed yellow daisies and purple accent flowers. This piece was manufactured as a white blank in Altrohlau, Austria, and hand-decorated by regional artists in Carlsbad for the premium export market.  Historical Markings & Provenance  The back of the plate features two distinct underglaze stamps confirming its origin and high-end distribution history:  Green Manufacturer Mark: The imperial double-headed eagle stamp with the letters M & Z identifies the maker as Moritz Zdekauer (M.Z.) of Altrohlau, Austria (produced 18841909).  Orange Decorator/Importer Mark: The griffin stamp with the letters L.S.S. represents L. Straus & Sons, a luxury importer based in New York City that maintained elite decorating studios in Carlsbad, Austria (introduced circa 1891).  Dimensions: Approximately 10 inches wide handled edge to edge.  Classification: Handled cake plate, round serving platter, or cabinet display dish.  Material: Fine Austrian Porcelain.  Accents: Ornate, open-molded ribbon handles detailed with heavy gold sponge gilding highlights.