Germany, Imperial. Two Green Porcelain Saucers, By Kpm

Two small dishes, white porcelain each with a thick green band around the interior wall, with an oakleaf pattern around the rim, center is plain white with a thin gilded line, the bottom features the red ink stamped marks of an orb, KPM and hand-drawn scepter, with a black iron cross, one is numbered 1052/87 and one 105/8, sticker residue on the base of one, light scratches but no chips or cracks in either dish, both in very fine condition.

Footnote: KPM (Königliche Porzellan-Manufaktur) was created in 1763 and has been led by kings and emperors, providing tableware for every Prussian Kaiser thereafter. The first retail store was opened in Berlin in 1855. In 1918, the monarchy ended, and the company was renamed to Staatliche Porzellan-Manufacktur (State Porcelain Manufactory). From 1919-1932, the company’s designs were largely influenced by New Objectivity, where less is more and patriotic symbols such as the Iron Cross were presented for individuals to show their support for Germany. The company is still active under a sole shareholder and continues to produce art and household items. The mark presenting an Orb with KPM below and a scepter was used until 1917.