Bamberger Reiter ï¾– Rosenthal # 828
The Bamberger Reiter by Rosenthal was first produced around 1937 and
continued into the 1950's. Its heritage is much older. Designed by
Gustav Oppel, it can be found on occasion in the market but not as
commonly as other pieces.
Often seen in period SS publications and art advertisements the "Bamberger Reiter" was claimed by Himmler to be that of Henry the Fowler. The Reiter located in Bamberg Cathedral was considered to be a sign of German spirit.
Himmler
who believed himself to be the reincarnation of "King Heinrich I" and
the earthly inheritor of the human and political spirit of the
long-dead king utilized centuries old historical figures to re-ignite
German heritage and spirit within the German people and the SS.
This
particular piece like many other objects of the period can often go
unnoticed by the Third Reich collector, and the roots of such pieces
run deep.
Photo Credits: Robin Lumsden
Bamberger Reiter - Rosenthal
The Bamberger Reiter by Rosenthal was first produced around 1937 and
continued into the 1950's. Its heritage is much older. Designed by
Gustav Oppel, it can be found on occasion in the market but not as
commonly as other pieces.
Often seen in period SS publications and art advertisements the "Bamberger Reiter" was claimed by Himmler to be that of Henry the Fowler. The Reiter located in Bamberg Cathedral was considered to be a sign of German spirit.
Himmler
who believed himself to be the reincarnation of "King Heinrich I" and
the earthly inheritor of the human and political spirit of the
long-dead king utilized centuries old historical figures to re-ignite
German heritage and spirit within the German people and the SS.
This
particular piece like many other objects of the period can often go
unnoticed by the Third Reich collector, and the roots of such pieces
run deep.
Photo Credits: Robin Lumsden
Bamberger Reiter - Rosenthal