Description

This "Neuosier" hot water jug from an imperial service for Wilhelm II., consisting of a jug (dated 1911) and matching lid (dated 1901), comes from the Königliche Porzellan-Manufaktur Berlin (KPM) and is one of the particularly rare and artistically designed objects from the Imperial Era. Crafted from white glazed porcelain, the jug features elaborate decoration in iron red, with an elegant Rococo cartouche, the Prussian eagle and the cipher "FR" for Friedrich Rex under the royal crown – a direct reference to Frederick the Great and the Prussian monarchical tradition.

The decor is complemented by colorful floral bouquets and a finely crafted golden vine leaf rim, giving the piece a festive and representative appearance. Particularly noteworthy is the owner's monogram "WR" for Wilhelm Rex, which underlines the personal connection to Emperor Wilhelm II. The back bears the classic marks of the KPM Berlin: the underglaze blue scepter mark and the red imperial orb mark, each with a date.

Dimensions and Condition

With a height of approx. 16 cm (incl. lid) and in very good condition, this hot water jug combines royal provenance, craftsmanship and historical significance – a real highlight for collectors of KPM porcelain, Imperial Era tableware, and representative objects of German history.

"Neuosier" and its history

"Neuosier" was the standard dinnerware of Wilhelm II's court. The emperor introduced uniform porcelain for all castles. In the mid-1890s, the Imperial Lord Chamberlain's Office placed a large initial order with KPM. However, "Neuosier" was not an exclusive custom-made product for the emperor: the form was commercially available. The difference lay in the decoration. Although the Berlin floral bouquets were adopted, they were modified in the style of the "Third Rococo", color-reduced to monochrome iron red and supplemented by a cartouche with the Prussian eagle.

It is interesting that this painting also found its way into trade – but without an 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 variants. In addition to plates, platters and bowls, the range included 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.