A white porcelain cup featuring a sepia toned portrait of Hindenburg surrounded by a gilt wreath opposite the handle, a thick bar of green oak leaves encircle the cup under the lip, with a thin wreath along the base, the handle presents an embossed pattern in the center, the bottom is maker marked with red orb, KPM, scepter, numbered 125/657, measures 105mm (w – inclusive of handle) x 106mm (h), large chip on lip, otherwise 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.