Berlin Kpm Porcelain Cup And Saucer, 19th Century

KPM porcelain cup and saucer, decorated with a small scene depicting the Brandenburg Gate in Berlin, animated by figures. Vine branches made in gilt adorn the rest of the cup and are also found on the saucer.

Marks on the back of the cup and saucer:
- Blue royal scepter
-Red “KPM” initials surmounted by an imperial globe also in red
-Blue “Königl. Porzellan Manufaktur” stamp surrounding the imperial eagle
-Gold initial “D”
-In black ink under the cup: “Brandenburgerthor zu Berlin”

The Royal Porcelain Manufactory Berlin (German: Königliche Porzellan-Manufaktur Berlin, abbreviated as KPM) was founded in 1763 by Frederick the Great (1712-1786). The latter had bought a porcelain factory from the merchant Johann Ernst Gotzkowsky (1710-1775), which had been founded in 1761. From the beginning, the royal scepter of the Brandenburg electoral coat of arms was chosen as the trademark. The factory specialized in particular in table services and art objects and is still active today.

Decor slightly faded in places.
Good general condition.
From the 19th century.

Dimensions:
Cup: H: 7 cm; D: 9.3 cm
Saucer: H: 2.5 cm; D: 15.5 cm