KPM Porcelain Picture Plate, Berlin circa 1830
About the Item
- Creator:Königliche Porzellan-Manufaktur (KPM) (Manufacturer)
- Dimensions:Height: 6.3 in (16 cm)Width: 9.26 in (23.5 cm)Depth: 0.4 in (1 cm)
- Style:Biedermeier (Of the Period)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:circa 1830
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Greding, DE
- Reference Number:
Königliche Porzellan-Manufaktur (KPM)
Known by just KPM, the Königliche Porzellan-Manufaktur company has been synonymous with exquisite porcelain works fit for nobility and royalty for over 200 years. KPM porcelain plates, centerpieces and sculptures are painstakingly formed through ages-old techniques and meticulously painted by hand, producing one-of-a-kind quality.
KPM began in Berlin in 1763, founded by King Frederick II of Prussia, after two other entrepreneurs had been unsuccessful in establishing porcelain manufacturing companies in Germany. In 1878, KPM developed a relationship with the Chemical-Technical Research Institute and its director, Hermann Seger. This partnership gave KPM early access to advances in porcelain production and coloration.
KPM flourished under the banner of royal ownership until 1918, when it became a state-run entity after the monarchy was disbanded following Germany’s loss in World War I. With the rise of the Nazi Party in the 1930s, many of the company’s top designers and directors were dismissed, denied exhibitions or forced to flee Germany due to Jewish heritage or loyalty to Jewish colleagues. In 1943, an Allied bombing raid destroyed the KPM factory, and the company was not reestablished until after the war.
KPM reopened in Franconia and began producing porcelain wares. Some staff also worked on reconstructing the historic KPM site in Berlin. In 1957, manufacturing returned to the original company premises.
KPM rebounded over the next few decades. In 2006, in a step to privatize companies throughout the country, German financier Jörg Woltmann bought the organization.
Since its privatization, the company has opened many galleries and shops around Germany and has worked in collaboration with notable brands like Bottega Veneta and Bugatti motor company in recent years.
Although rooted in the Rococo style, KPM has adapted its craft to meet the current trends, all while maintaining the highest levels of excellence throughout its centuries of operation. It continues to produce lavish, elegant porcelain works for elite clientele the world over.
On 1stDibs, browse a vast selection of Königliche Porzellan-Manufaktur serveware, decorative objects, lighting and more.
- ShippingRetrieving quote...Ships From: Greding / Röckenhofen, Germany
- Return PolicyA return for this item may be initiated within 7 days of delivery.
- Porcelain Gravy Boat and Spoon with Monogram WA, KPM, Berlin, Germany, 1849-1870By Königliche Porzellan-Manufaktur (KPM)Located in Greding, DEPorcelain gravy boat with a spoon by KPM (1849-1870) with old Slavic monogram WA, possibly for a prince Wolkonsky. Marked on the bottom. Dimensi...Category
Antique 19th Century German Serving Bowls
MaterialsPorcelain
- Golden Porcelain Teapot with Snake Decoration, KPM c. 1800By Königliche Porzellan-Manufaktur (KPM)Located in Greding, DERare teapot made of gold-patinated porcelain with surrounding snake decoration. The serpentine body winds around the oval smooth belly of the pot and form...Category
Antique Early 1800s Tea Sets
MaterialsPorcelain
- Chest of Drawers, Brandenburg/Berlin, 1825-1830Located in Greding, DEBeautiful four-drawer chest of drawers from Berlin/Brandenburg. Floral fruitwood inlays and full fluted columns at the front as well as a dynamic and symmetrical veneer pattern.Category
Antique 1820s German Biedermeier Commodes and Chests of Drawers
MaterialsMahogany
- Biedermeier Walnut Bookcase, circa 1830Located in Greding, DETwo-door bookcase with half-glazed doors and beautiful molding with segments and diamond decoration. The interior of the bookcase is fitted with height-adjustable shelves. The cabine...Category
Antique 1830s Biedermeier Bookcases
MaterialsWalnut
- Biedermeier Chair, Prague, circa 1830Located in Greding, DEBiedermeier cherrywood chair with a turned stretcher between the slightly bent front legs. The shovel-shaped backrests shows turned stretchers as well as fan-carvings in the corners ...Category
Antique 1830s Czech Biedermeier Chairs
MaterialsCherry
- Late Biedermeier Cabinet, circa 1830Located in Greding, DECabinet with concave curved front and lateral three-quarter-columns with leaf capitals and profiled bases. One-drawer and one-door under the profiled top panel. Mahogany, solid and v...Category
Antique 1830s German Biedermeier Cabinets
MaterialsMahogany
- KPM Berlin Porcelain Picture Plaque Portrait of a Girl with Veil, ca 1830By KPM PorcelainLocated in Vienna, ATPortrait of a girl in oriental-style clothing with a headdress and veil in a scenic setting. In original, gilded wood frame with acanthus leaf and oak leaf garland carving. Manuf...Category
Antique 1830s German Biedermeier Porcelain
MaterialsPorcelain, Wood
- 'Clementine', a Large Berlin 'KPM' Porcelain PlaqueBy Königliche Porzellan-Manufaktur (KPM)Located in Brighton, West Sussex'Clementine', A Large Berlin (KPM) Porcelain Plaque After Conrad Kiesel. In a fine pierced giltwood and composition frame. Inscribed 'nach C. Kiesel'...Category
Antique 19th Century German Decorative Art
MaterialsGiltwood, Porcelain
- 'Esther', a Fine Berlin 'KPM' Porcelain PlaqueBy Königliche Porzellan-Manufaktur (KPM)Located in Brighton, West Sussex'Esther' A Fine Berlin (KPM) Porcelain Plaque, After Hering Levanon. In a carved giltwood and composition frame. Signed 'Wagner', impressed sceptre mark, KPM, letter C, numeral 3...Category
Antique 19th Century German Paintings
MaterialsGiltwood, Porcelain
- Berlin KPM Porcelain Plaque Last Quarter of the 19th Century after RaphaelBy KPM PorcelainLocated in West Palm Beach, FLA Berlin KPM Porcelain Plaque Last quarter of the 19th century After Raphael, depicting Madonna and child with a river and city in the distance, signed A. Deckelmann, impressed ...Category
Antique 19th Century Paintings
MaterialsPorcelain
- Kpm Berlin Hand Painted Porcelain Portrait Plaque of Ruth in Frame, 19th CenturyBy KPM PorcelainLocated in Gardena, CAKPM Berlin hand painted porcelain portrait plaque of Ruth in Frame, 19th century. 19th century KPM Berlin porcelain portrait plaque of Ruth in frame. Oval-shaped porcelain plaque featuring the portrait of a young woman. Apparently unsigned, the reverse with incised KPM marks...Category
Antique 19th Century Paintings
MaterialsPorcelain
- A Fine Berlin (KPM) Porcelain Plaque of a Reclining LadyBy Königliche Porzellan-Manufaktur (KPM)Located in Brighton, West SussexA KPM Berlin Plaque with a Reclining Lady Reading Amidst a Rocky Wooded Landscape. German, Circa 1880. Dimensions of Plaque: Height: 29 cm 11 inches ...Category
Antique 19th Century German Neoclassical Decorative Art
MaterialsPorcelain, Giltwood