Description 

This "Neuosier" cup with a matching saucer from an imperial service for Wilhelm II. originates from the traditional Königliche Porzellan-Manufaktur Berlin (KPM) and is one of the particularly finely crafted objects of the Imperial Era. The cup is dated 1897, the saucer 1894 – both pieces are made of white glazed porcelain and decorated in iron red.

The decor features an elegant Rococo cartouche with the Prussian eagle, adorned with the cipher "FR" for Friedrich Rex under the royal crown – a direct reference to Frederick the Great and the Prussian monarchical tradition. The design is complemented by colorful floral bouquets and a finely crafted golden vine leaf border, which gives the ensemble a festive and representative appearance.

Dimensions and Condition

Particularly noteworthy is the owner's monogram "WR" for Wilhelm Rex, which emphasizes the personal connection to Emperor Wilhelm II. The undersides bear the classic marks of KPM Berlin: the underglaze blue scepter mark and the red imperial orb mark, each with a date. The cup measures 9 cm in diameter with a height of 6 cm, the saucer has a diameter of 15.5 cm. Both pieces are in very good condition.

This ensemble combines royal provenance, artistic quality, and historical significance – a true highlight for collectors of KPM porcelain, Imperial Era tableware, and representative objects of German history.

"Neuosier" and its History

"Neuosier" was the standard tableware of Wilhelm II's court. The Emperor introduced uniform porcelain for all his palaces. In the mid-1890s, the Oberhofmarschallamt placed a first large order with KPM. However, "Neuosier" was not an exclusive custom order for the Emperor: the shape was commercially available. The difference lay in the painting. While the Berlin floral bouquets were adopted, they were modified in the style of the "third Rococo", color-reduced to monochrome iron red, and supplemented with a cartouche featuring the Prussian eagle.

It is interesting that this decoration also made its way into trade – but without the eagle. The King of Italy even had the service produced with the Savoy coat of arms.

"Neuosier" Dinnerware

In the KPM price lists of 1913, "Neuosier" is listed with 55 individual pieces for dinnerware and 14 pieces for coffee and tea sets. Many pieces could be ordered in several sizes – sometimes in up to eight variations. The assortment included not only plates, platters, and bowls but also jelly cups, bouillon pots, and a variety of "compote bowls". The latter, in particular, provide insight into the dining culture of the Imperial Era, which knew a great variety of dishes and serving forms.