Steingut-Fabrik Und Kunsttöpferei F.A. Mehlem

Place: Bonn

Biography:

FA Mehlem is a ceramics company based in Bonn, Germany. It was founded in the 19th century and is known for producing clock cases for the American Ansonia Clock Company. The company also produced figurines and other decorative items. In 1914, FA Mehlem created a propaganda plate commemorating the German victory in the Battle of Tannenberg during World War I. The plate is made of ceramic and features a depiction of the battle, along with the words 'Gott mit uns' (God with us) and 'Einigkeit macht stark' (Unity makes strength).