Hand Painted Porcelain KPM Krister Porzellan Germany 1904-1927 Toothpick Holder

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KPM Double Handled Toothpick Holder

My research puts this double handle Tooth Pick Holder with the specific makers Mark dates this item from 1904 to 1927

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The History of KPM Porcelain

KPM is an acronym for Königliche Porzellan-Manufaktur Berlin, which translates to “Royal Porcelain Factory in Berlin.” The company was founded in 1763 by Frederick II of Prussia, who bought the factory from its previous owner, Johann Ernst Gotzkowsky, in the wake of its bankruptcy. Frederick II greatly admired the factory’s “white gold,” a type of porcelain so fine and translucent that it closely mirrored the high-quality porcelain made in China. He invested large sums of money into the company and granted it the use of the royal scepter as its emblem. He also commissioned many KPM porcelain objects to be made in the Rococo style for his palace.

Royal Beginnings

From the company’s founding in 1763 to the abdication of Emperor William II in 1918, KPM was owned by seven kings and emperors. KPM porcelain made during this period reflects not only the fashions of the time but also Prussian royal taste. Technological advances during the 1860s led to increasingly modern modes of production and design, but even so, KPM continued to value craftsmanship, and KPM artists devoted time and care to produce unique, handmade objects.

The German state began running the company in 1918, upholding its traditions and overseeing the production of contemporary wares and figurines. In 2006, Berlin banker Jorg Woltmann assumed full control of KPM as its sole shareholder, effectively privatizing the historic company. Since then, KPM sales galleries have opened across Germany, and the international market for KPM porcelain has flourished.

KPM Porcelain Styles

Rococo (Early to Mid-18th Century)

Rococo’s name is derived from the French word “rocaille,” meaning “shell” or “rock.” The Rococo aesthetic first became popular in France during the early to mid-18th century, during which there was a push toward asymmetrical, free-flowing designs. Frederick II was a great admirer of the style and commissioned many KPM works for the purpose of displaying them in his palace. In particular, he required KPM artists to make dinner sets matching his extravagant interiors, and he also gave dinner sets as diplomatic gifts.

Neoclassical (Late 18th Century)

During the late 18th century, under the direction Frederick William II, KPM artists revelled in the stylistic changes that emerged with the Neoclassical movement. Inspired by recent discoveries of ancient Greek, Roman, and Egyptian artifacts, Neoclassical porcelain is inspired by classicizing designs and “pure forms.” Vases in particular were prized for their visual connection to ancient pottery; however, KPM artists also took full advantage of Neoclassical developments in painting, applying highly detailed landscapes, townscapes, and seascapes to porcelain objects.

Art Nouveau (19th Century)

Throughout the 19th century, KPM created new and fashionable designs while continuing to produce popular Rococo and Neoclassical pieces. By this time, the royally-funded company was well known across Europe and collected by the social elite. In 1878, KPM opened the Chemical-Technical Institute, devoted to the study of porcelain. This allowed KPM artists to create innovative works using new glazes and colors. These technological developments coincided with the emerging Art Nouveau (“New Art”) style, which prized handmade artisanship and organic yet luxurious forms. Gilgenmann says, “Many manufactories no longer know how they painted and gilded at the end of the 19th century – the glazes were so experimental.”

Bauhaus (20th Century)

During the early 20th century, the Bauhaus style greatly impacted the production of KPM porcelain. This style, which translates to “school of building,” emphasized the importance of the artistic (“building”) process and favored well-made but simplified forms. KPM artists adapted their objects to reflect these changes, creating dinner services with smooth, polished surfaces, functional forms, and minimal decoration. In contrast to Rococo, Neoclassical, and Art Nouveau pieces, Bauhaus porcelain appears pared down and minimalist.

KPM Porcelain Marks

From the company’s founding in 1763, the company has used a number of key markings and symbols on the bottom of a porcelain piece. Today, these markings help specialists identify specific periods within the company’s history. Explore the timeline below to see how KPM porcelain marks evolved over time

  • Condition: Used
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  • Brand: KPM
  • Type: Toothpick Holder
  • Material: Porcelain
  • Color: Multi-Color
  • Object Type: Toothpick Holder
  • Country/Region of Manufacture: Germany

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