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Kpm Berlin Topographical Porcelain Cabinet Cup, Peacock Island, C.1840
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Kpm Berlin Topographical Porcelain Cabinet Cup, Peacock Island, C.1840

19th century
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Description

A rare antique German hard-paste porcelain topographical cabinet cup (Ansichtentasse) produced by the Royal Porcelain Factory in Berlin (Königliche Porzellan-Manufaktur), circa 1840. Made during the reign of King Friedrich Wilhelm IV as part of KPM's celebrated presentation series, it features a campana-shaped body with an asymmetrical scalloped rim, a high-loop gilded handle with thumb-rest and lower volute scroll, and an interior fully lined with burnished 24k gold.

The front reserve is decorated with a finely hand-painted polychrome enamel view of "Schloss Pfaueninsel" (Peacock Island Castle) near Potsdam, built between 1794 and 1797 for Countess Lichtenau by order of King Friedrich Wilhelm II. Based on historical graphics by court painter Wilhelm Barth, the scene bears the painted title in black gothic script: "Die Pfaueninsel bei Potsdam". The exterior is decorated with tooled matte-and-burnished gold palmettes and acanthus scrollwork.

KPM's topographical Ansichtentassen rank among the factory's most desirable cabinet porcelains, combining finely painted architectural views with elaborate burnished gilding. Intended primarily for cabinet display or presentation rather than everyday use.

The underside bears the genuine hand-painted underglaze cobalt blue KPM Sceptre mark with "KPM" beneath. An incised potter's tally mark is visible in the paste above the sceptre.

Dimensions:

Weight: 130 g

Height: 9.8 cm

Width including handle: 10 cm

Diameter: 8 cm

Condition:

Professional restoration to one section of the handle. Minor losses to the gilding, principally on the handle. Otherwise in excellent antique condition.

Please study the accompanying photographs carefully as they form an integral part of this description. If you have any questions, we will be happy to answer them. The item will be shipped with full tracking and insurance. It is important to note that shipping costs include labour, packaging and postage

Physical Dimensions
Height
9.8cm (3.86")
Width
10cm (3.94")
Depth
8cm (3.15")
Declaration

Ritas Bazaar has dated this Kpm Porcelain Cabinet Cup to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1229099
Dealers Internal Reference
B1837
Description
A rare antique German hard-paste porcelain topographical cabinet cup (Ansichtentasse) produced by the Royal Porcelain Factory in Berlin (Königliche Porzellan-Manufaktur), circa 1840. Made during the reign of King Friedrich Wilhelm IV as part of KPM's celebrated presentation series, it features a campana-shaped body with an asymmetrical scalloped rim, a high-loop gilded handle with thumb-rest and lower volute scroll, and an interior fully lined with burnished 24k gold.

The front reserve is decorated with a finely hand-painted polychrome enamel view of "Schloss Pfaueninsel" (Peacock Island Castle) near Potsdam, built between 1794 and 1797 for Countess Lichtenau by order of King Friedrich Wilhelm II.

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Based on historical graphics by court painter Wilhelm Barth, the scene bears the painted title in black gothic script: "Die Pfaueninsel bei Potsdam".
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The exterior is decorated with tooled matte-and-burnished gold palmettes and acanthus scrollwork.

fig 1. A 19th-century KPM Berlin porcelain cabinet cup with a fully gilded interior, high curved loop handle, and hand-painted topographical view of Peacock Island.
fig 1. Kpm Berlin Topographical Porcelain Cabinet Cup, Peacock Island, C.1840

KPM's topographical Ansichtentassen rank among the factory's most desirable cabinet porcelains, combining finely painted architectural views with elaborate burnished gilding. Intended primarily for cabinet display or presentation rather than everyday use.

fig 2. A 19th-century KPM Berlin porcelain cabinet cup with a fully gilded interior, high curved loop handle, and hand-painted topographical view of Peacock Island.
fig 2. Kpm Berlin Topographical Porcelain Cabinet Cup, Peacock Island, C.1840

The underside bears the genuine hand-painted underglaze cobalt blue KPM Sceptre mark with "KPM" beneath. An incised potter's tally mark is visible in the paste above the sceptre.

Dimensions:

Weight: 130 g

fig 3. A 19th-century KPM Berlin porcelain cabinet cup with a fully gilded interior, high curved loop handle, and hand-painted topographical view of Peacock Island.
fig 3. Kpm Berlin Topographical Porcelain Cabinet Cup, Peacock Island, C.1840

Height: 9.8 cm

Width including handle: 10 cm

Diameter: 8 cm

Condition:

Professional restoration to one section of the handle. Minor losses to the gilding, principally on the handle. Otherwise in excellent antique condition.

fig 4. A 19th-century KPM Berlin porcelain cabinet cup with a fully gilded interior, high curved loop handle, and hand-painted topographical view of Peacock Island.
fig 4. Kpm Berlin Topographical Porcelain Cabinet Cup, Peacock Island, C.1840

Please study the accompanying photographs carefully as they form an integral part of this description. If you have any questions, we will be happy to answer them. The item will be shipped with full tracking and insurance. It is important to note that shipping costs include labour, packaging and postage

Height
9.8cm (3.86")
Width
10cm (3.94")
Depth
8cm (3.15")
Date of Manufacture

Ritas Bazaar has dated this Kpm Porcelain Cabinet Cup to the Victorian era.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1229099
Dealers Internal Ref
B1837
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Archive I A 19th-century KPM Berlin porcelain cabinet cup with a fully gilded interior, high curved loop handle, and hand-painted topographical view of Peacock Island.

KPM Berlin Topographical Porcelain Cabinet Cup, Peacock Island, c.1840

Archive II A 19th-century KPM Berlin porcelain cabinet cup with a fully gilded interior, high curved loop handle, and hand-painted topographical view of Peacock Island. View II
Archive III A 19th-century KPM Berlin porcelain cabinet cup with a fully gilded interior, high curved loop handle, and hand-painted topographical view of Peacock Island. View III
Archive IV A 19th-century KPM Berlin porcelain cabinet cup with a fully gilded interior, high curved loop handle, and hand-painted topographical view of Peacock Island. View IV
Archive V A 19th-century KPM Berlin porcelain cabinet cup with a fully gilded interior, high curved loop handle, and hand-painted topographical view of Peacock Island. View V
Archive VI A 19th-century KPM Berlin porcelain cabinet cup with a fully gilded interior, high curved loop handle, and hand-painted topographical view of Peacock Island. View VI
Archive VII A 19th-century KPM Berlin porcelain cabinet cup with a fully gilded interior, high curved loop handle, and hand-painted topographical view of Peacock Island. View VII
Archive VIII A 19th-century KPM Berlin porcelain cabinet cup with a fully gilded interior, high curved loop handle, and hand-painted topographical view of Peacock Island. View VIII
Archive IX A 19th-century KPM Berlin porcelain cabinet cup with a fully gilded interior, high curved loop handle, and hand-painted topographical view of Peacock Island. View IX
Archive X A 19th-century KPM Berlin porcelain cabinet cup with a fully gilded interior, high curved loop handle, and hand-painted topographical view of Peacock Island. View X
Archive XI A 19th-century KPM Berlin porcelain cabinet cup with a fully gilded interior, high curved loop handle, and hand-painted topographical view of Peacock Island. View XI
Archive XII A 19th-century KPM Berlin porcelain cabinet cup with a fully gilded interior, high curved loop handle, and hand-painted topographical view of Peacock Island. View XII
Archive XIII A 19th-century KPM Berlin porcelain cabinet cup with a fully gilded interior, high curved loop handle, and hand-painted topographical view of Peacock Island. View XIII
Archive XIV A 19th-century KPM Berlin porcelain cabinet cup with a fully gilded interior, high curved loop handle, and hand-painted topographical view of Peacock Island. View XIV
Archive XV A 19th-century KPM Berlin porcelain cabinet cup with a fully gilded interior, high curved loop handle, and hand-painted topographical view of Peacock Island. View XV
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A 19th-century KPM Berlin porcelain cabinet cup with a fully gilded interior, high curved loop handle, and hand-painted topographical view of Peacock Island.
KPM Berlin Topographical Porcelain Cabinet Cup, Peacock Island, c.1840
Ref: SA1229099
A 19th-century KPM Berlin porcelain cabinet cup with a fully gilded interior, high curved loop handle, and hand-painted topographical view of Peacock Island.
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A topographical cabinet cup is a decorative porcelain cup featuring a detailed, hand-painted landscape or architectural view, created primarily for display in a china cabinet rather than daily domestic use.

KPM Berlin crafted these items using high-fired hard-paste porcelain, decorated with mineral-based enamel pigments for the miniature painting and burnished mercury gilding along the borders and interior.

Authentic pieces generally bear the underglaze blue scepter mark of the Royal Porcelain Factory Berlin, alongside impressed mould numbers and painter marks on the underside of the base.

These decorative objects are best displayed elevated inside a glazed bookcase, on a curated sideboard top, or within a dedicated collector wall cabinet to highlight the gilded interior and miniature artwork.

Clean gently using a soft, dry microfibre cloth or an ostrich feather duster; avoid water immersion, chemical solvents, and abrasive materials that can strip gilding or damage overglaze enamel painting.
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