Octagonal Openwork Porcelain Basket by Kpm, Berlin 1870-1892
About the Item
- Creator:Königliche Porzellan-Manufaktur (KPM) (Manufacturer)
- Dimensions:Height: 4.53 in (11.5 cm)Width: 6.3 in (16 cm)Depth: 8.08 in (20.5 cm)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1870-1892
- Condition:
- Seller Location:Delft, NL
- 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: Delft, Netherlands
- Return PolicyA return for this item may be initiated within 7 days of delivery.
- Herend Hungary Porcelain "Printemps" Square Openwork BasketBy HerendLocated in Delft, NLHerend Hungary porcelain basket Open weave porcelain square basket with hand painted floral decor in the Printemps pattern Numbered with 7...Category
20th Century Hungarian Porcelain
MaterialsPorcelain
- Herend Porcelain "Indian Basket Purple" Large Openwork Basket with HandlesBy HerendLocated in Delft, NLHerend Porcelain "Indian Basket Purple" Openwork basket with branche handles Herend Hungary porcelain, numbered with 7431/P (Indian Basket purple) Marked with the Herend blue...Category
20th Century Hungarian Porcelain
MaterialsPorcelain
- Herend Hungary Porcelain Openwork Basket with Rothschild PatternBy HerendLocated in Delft, NLHerend Hungary porcelain openwork basket with Rothschild pattern. Herend Hungary porcelain openwork basket with Rothschild pattern with birds and...Category
21st Century and Contemporary Hungarian Porcelain
MaterialsPorcelain
- KPM Porcelain Coffee, Tea Service, 19th Century, Germany '1834-1837'By Königliche Porzellan-Manufaktur (KPM)Located in Delft, NLKPM porcelain coffee, tea service, 19th century, Germany 11 pieces KPM porcelain, marked with the scepter and KPM in blue Tea/ coffee pot, a lidded sugar bowl, a milk jar, 5 comp...Category
Antique 19th Century German Porcelain
MaterialsPorcelain
- Small oval Meissen porcelain openwork dish, 1920sBy Meissen PorcelainLocated in Delft, NLSmall oval Meissen porcelain openwork dish, 1920s An oval small dish by Meissen. An openwork porcelain dish with floral pattern. The rim is openwork porcelain and has 4 in cartouche...Category
Early 20th Century German Porcelain
MaterialsPorcelain
- Herend Hungary Porcelain BasketBy HerendLocated in Delft, NLHerend Hungary porcelain basket Open weave porcelain basket with hand painted floral decor and 5 flowers on the edge Numbered with 7385-0-...Category
20th Century Hungarian Porcelain
MaterialsPorcelain
- Antique KPM Royal Berlin Reticulated Porcelain Basket with Deutsche Blumen DecorBy KPM PorcelainLocated in Philadelphia, PAA fine KPM porcelain basket. With reticulated or pierced sides, twin handles, and a hand-painted floral spray to the center. Simply a wonderful porcelain basket! Date: Late 19th or Early 20th Century Overall Condition It is in overall good, as-pictured, used estate condition with some very fine & light surface scratches and other signs of expected light wear consistent with age. Maker: KPM Porcelain Marks: Base bears a blue underglaze factor scepter mark, an iron-red orb mark, hand-painted cyphers and numbers, an impressed cyphers, and a cut slash...Category
Early 20th Century German Rococo Porcelain
MaterialsPorcelain
- KPM, Germany, Large Impressive, Openwork Bowl in PorcelainLocated in Copenhagen, DKKPM, Germany. Large impressive, openwork bowl in porcelain. Hand-painted with fruits. Handle in the form of branches. Painted outside the factory in 1910. Measuring: D 31,0 cm. ...Category
Vintage 1910s German Decorative Bowls
MaterialsPorcelain
- Antique KPM Royal Berlin Porcelain Flower Encrusted Reticulated Fruit BasketBy Königliche Porzellan-Manufaktur (KPM)Located in Philadelphia, PAA very fine, antique KPM porcelain flower encrusted fruit basket. With traditional twig form handles and feet, an openwork body, flower encrus...Category
Antique 19th Century German Rococo Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières
MaterialsPorcelain
- '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
- '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
- Berlin KPM Guild Royal Blue Porcelain VaseBy Königliche Porzellan-Manufaktur (KPM)Located in Guaynabo, PRBerlin KPM pedestal vaulted vase. It is hand painted on the front with a scene of Kronprinzepalais building redesigned by Johann Heinrich Strack for Prince Frederick William of Pruss...Category
Antique 19th Century German Rococo Porcelain
MaterialsBronze