Karl Klaus Decorative Boxes

Austrian

The esteemed Viennese retailer and manufacturer of porcelain and ceramic ware, Ernst Wahliss Kunst, Porzellan und Faience Fabrik rolled out its Serapis Wahliss line in 1911. The firm had acquired 600 original models of table china from the molds once belonging to the K.K. Austro-Hungarian factory that had closed in 1864. With new designers, like Karl Klaus, who were part of the Jugendstil movement now on board, their “luxury porcelain” designs reflected decidedly modern trends. The influence of Josef Hoffmann, Klaus’s instructor in Vienna at the Kunstgewerbeschule from 1907–1911, is apparent in the geometric patterning and reliance on a simple, but bold, palette. Klaus’s alliance to Hoffmann and his vision for elevating the applied arts to the same status as the fine arts continued on a professional level. The Wiener Werkstatte employed Klaus in 1911, which would remain under the directorship of Hoffmann until its demise in 1932. The scrollwork Klaus incorporated into his design on the domed lid for Serapis Wahliss demonstrates this tie to the Werkstatte and in particular, a stylistic affinity to another one of it’s leading designers, Carl Otto Czeschka.

Creator: Karl Klaus

Secessionist Clock by Karl Klaus for Serapis Wahliss

$16,000

Secessionist Clock by Karl Klaus for Serapis Wahliss

By Karl Klaus, Serapis Fayence Wahliss

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Note: We highly recommend shipping through 1stDibs for its cost effectiveness, full insurance coverage, and reliable handling. While standard parcel services are an option, the default quote does not include packing and insurance. 1stDibs shipping provides a level of value, protection, and care that aligns with our commitment to safeguarding historic artworks and providing excellent client service. Secessionist Clock...

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1910s Austrian Vienna Secession Vintage Karl Klaus Decorative Boxes

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Porcelain

Secessionist Porcelain Vase by Karl Klaus for Serapis Wahliss

$2,750

Secessionist Porcelain Vase by Karl Klaus for Serapis Wahliss

By Karl Klaus, Serapis Fayence Wahliss

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Secessionist Porcelain Lidded Box by KARL KLAUS (1889-1925) for SERAPIS WAHLISS, Vienna, c. 1911, hand-painted in gold and black enamels in a stylized geometric diamond and holly mot...

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1910s Austrian Vienna Secession Vintage Karl Klaus Decorative Boxes

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Porcelain

Bohemian Enamelled Loetz White Tango Glass Box and Cover by Dagobert Peche

$575Sale Price|40% Off

H 5.52 in W 4.41 in D 4.41 in

Bohemian Enamelled Loetz White Tango Glass Box and Cover by Dagobert Peche

By Loetz Glass, Dagobert Peche

Located in Bad Säckingen, DE

Rare white tango box and cover by Loetz enameled with black stylized flowers and black feet and lid finial designed by Dagobert Peche c.1915.

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1910s Austrian Vienna Secession Vintage Karl Klaus Decorative Boxes

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Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass, Opaline Glass

Chinese Baitong Stacking Incense Clock, c. 1850

$980

H 3.5 in W 3.25 in D 3.25 in

Chinese Baitong Stacking Incense Clock, c. 1850

Located in Chicago, IL

This three-tiered container is a 19th-century white brass incense clock, once used as a relatively accurate method to mark the passage of time. Incense c...

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Mid-19th Century Chinese Qing Antique Karl Klaus Decorative Boxes

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Brass

Emanuel josef Margold, a secessionist box for the Bahlsen cookie factory c. 1915

$835

H 2.37 in W 7.88 in D 4.73 in

Emanuel josef Margold, a secessionist box for the Bahlsen cookie factory c. 1915

By Emanuel Josef Margold

Located in London, Fitzrovia

A rare rectangular shaped box with a hinge cover; tinplate, gilt and with beautiful colourful abstract floral motifs. The bottom is embossed with ‘H. Bahlsens Keks-Fabrik Hannover Königl-Preuss-Staatsmedaille Weltausstellungen - 1904 1910 Grosser Preis 1911 1913 Baltische Ausstellung Malmö 1914 Die Königl. Medaille’ Bahlsen's new designs for ornamental giftware packaging were shown at the exhibition held by the Deutsche Werkbund...

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20th Century German Vienna Secession Karl Klaus Decorative Boxes

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Tin

1900 Erhard and Sohne Secessionist Jugendstil Art Nouveau Copper Brass Case

$2,307

H 3.75 in W 7.49 in D 3.55 in

1900 Erhard and Sohne Secessionist Jugendstil Art Nouveau Copper Brass Case

By Erhard & Söhne

Located in Brescia, IT

Jugendstil Box Set Germany, 1900-1909 Copper and Brass Casket Floral decoration Complete with key Marcho embossed under the base Rare item Excellent state of preservation

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Early 1900s German Vienna Secession Antique Karl Klaus Decorative Boxes

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Brass, Copper

Arts & Crafts Jewelry Box Casket by Erhard & Sohne, Vienna Secession w. Dome Top

$2,489

H 4.2 in W 7.6 in D 4.3 in

Arts & Crafts Jewelry Box Casket by Erhard & Sohne, Vienna Secession w. Dome Top

By Erhard & Söhne

Located in Lisse, NL

Stunning and great condition, brass Secessionist box with amazing inlay and the original key. There are -for good reasons- collectors of the Vienne...

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Early 20th Century Austrian Vienna Secession Karl Klaus Decorative Boxes

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Brass

Vienna secession jewelry box atr. Dagobert Peche for Wiener Werkstätte

$1,153

H 3.15 in W 4.93 in D 3.35 in

Vienna secession jewelry box atr. Dagobert Peche for Wiener Werkstätte

By Wiener Werkstätte, Dagobert Peche

Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK

Vienna secession jewelry box atr. Dagobert Peche for Wiener Werkstätte in excellent original condition.

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1910s Austrian Vienna Secession Vintage Karl Klaus Decorative Boxes

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Brass

Secessionist Vase, Ruddy Pink with Wiener Werkstatte-Influenced Glyphs

$1,080Sale Price|20% Off

H 9 in Dm 3.75 in

Secessionist Vase, Ruddy Pink with Wiener Werkstatte-Influenced Glyphs

By Wittenberg Pottery

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Clearly showing the influences of the Vienna Secession and the Wiener Werkstatte, at a time when Vienna led the Germanic world's interpretation of Art Nouveau and Art Deco, this cyli...

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1920s German Vienna Secession Vintage Karl Klaus Decorative Boxes

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Ceramic

Karl Springer Lacquered Snakeskin Decorative Box

$1,800

H 5.88 in W 11 in D 8 in

Karl Springer Lacquered Snakeskin Decorative Box

By Karl Springer

Located in Brooklyn, NY

A scrupulously-crafted, decorative trinket or jewelry box by Karl Springer comprising a rectangular body with a domed, hinged lid and a suede-lined interior. The outside is wrapped e...

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1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Karl Klaus Decorative Boxes

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Suede, Animal Skin

Tiffany & Co. Porcelain Lidded Box Designed for Tauck World France

$385

H 3 in Dm 6.25 in

Tiffany & Co. Porcelain Lidded Box Designed for Tauck World France

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Tiffany & Co. porcelain round trinket box. Tiffany & Co. porcelain round map box designed for Tauck World, Made In France. The porcelain lid cover ...

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Late 20th Century French Neoclassical Karl Klaus Decorative Boxes

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Porcelain

Antique Art Nouveau Figural Nymph on Gourd Porcelain Vase by Ernst Wahliss

$1,500

H 8.5 in W 6.5 in D 6.75 in

Antique Art Nouveau Figural Nymph on Gourd Porcelain Vase by Ernst Wahliss

By Ernst Wahliss

Located in San Diego, CA

Antique Art Nouveau figural Nymph on gourd porcelain vase by Ernst Wahliss, circa early 1900s. This beautiful large piece made in Austria is in very good vintage condition with no ch...

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Early 20th Century Austrian Art Nouveau Karl Klaus Decorative Boxes

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Porcelain

Oak and Polychrome "Öresund" Desk Organizer by Børge Mogensen, Karl Andersson

$2,672

H 8.47 in W 13.78 in D 10.63 in

Oak and Polychrome "Öresund" Desk Organizer by Børge Mogensen, Karl Andersson

By Børge Mogensen

Located in Hägersten, SE

Desk organizer model A4/3 from the Öresund series designed by Børge Mogensen. Produced in Sweden by Karl Andersson & Söner during the 1960s. Made from solid oak with three drawers in...

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1950s Swedish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Karl Klaus Decorative Boxes

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Oak, Lacquer

Karl Springer Tessellated Stone Box with Shagreen Interior

$1,400Sale Price|20% Off

H 5.75 in W 10.32 in D 7.13 in

Karl Springer Tessellated Stone Box with Shagreen Interior

By Karl Springer

Located in Minneapolis, MN

Here is a very handsome and iconic lidded box by Karl Springer. Made of tessellated stone, this example has brass accents and a shagreen interior. There's also a gorgeous wood trim d...

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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Karl Klaus Decorative Boxes

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Stone, Brass

Previously Available Items

Lidded Porcelain Jugendstil Box

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H 6 in W 5.5 in D 4 in

Lidded Porcelain Jugendstil Box

By Karl Klaus, Serapis Fayence Wahliss

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Jugendstil Porcelain Lidded Box by KARL KLAUS (1889-1925) for SERAPIS WAHLISS, Vienna, circa 1911, hand-painted in gold and black enamels in a stylized geometric diamond and holly mo...

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1910s Austrian Vienna Secession Vintage Karl Klaus Decorative Boxes

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Porcelain

Karl Klaus decorative boxes for sale on 1stDibs.

Karl Klaus decorative boxes are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of porcelain and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Karl Klaus decorative boxes, although black editions of this piece are particularly popular. Prices for Karl Klaus decorative boxes can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $2,750 and can go as high as $2,750, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $2,750.