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Japanned Berlin Trumpet Vases

These vases imitate the popular Batavia ware, similar to how delft pottery was created to imitate Chinese blue and white porcelain. The limited supply of Batavia ware in the market made these vases highly sought after by a market hungry for these unique and exotic designs.

The Elegance of 18th Century Berlin Pottery and Porcelain: A Blend of European and Asian Influences

In the 18th century, Berlin was a significant centre for porcelain production, particularly known for the works of the Königliche Porzellan-Manufaktur (KPM) or Royal Porcelain Factory. Founded in 1763 by King Frederick II of Prussia, KPM became an integral part of European decorative arts, especially known for its porcelain dinner services, figurines, painted plaques, vases, and more. The factory was particularly associated with the Rococo style, prevalent in the mid-18th century, and later, the Neoclassicism of the early 19th century. These styles are evident in the design and coloring of their pieces, which were often created to match the interior decoration of the rooms where they would be used.

One of the notable features of KPM porcelain from this period was its meticulous attention to detail and colour, especially under the commission of Frederick the Great. For example, a specific shade of blue, known as Bleu mourant (“dying blue”), was developed and became prominent in the king’s private chambers and in various palaces.

In addition to KPM, Berlin ware, which includes both faience and porcelain pottery made in Berlin after 1678, was also significant during this period. The Berlin pottery scene was diverse, ranging from luxurious porcelain to more everyday faience ware.

The influence of Asian styles, particularly Japanese, was also evident in the ceramics of this era. This is reflected in the Japanned Berlin Chinoiserie Wucai Batavia Trumpet Vases, dating back to around 1770. These vases, probably from Berlin Pottery, showcased the fashionable Batavia brown glaze palette with hand-painted famille rose flowers within white leaf-shaped reserves. The Batavia style, influenced by Japanese and other East Asian artistic traditions, was highly collected in the West during the first half of the 18th century.

These pieces from the 18th century not only reflect the artistic preferences and styles of the period but also demonstrate the cultural exchanges between Europe and Asia, particularly in the realm of decorative arts.

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Pair Of Japanned Berlin Chinoiserie Wucai Batavia Trumpet Vases

Stock Number: 3466

Rare Pair Of Japanned Berlin pottery Chinoiserie Wucai Batavia Trumpet Vases, Berlin, circa 1770. These trumpet vases are a rare and unique pair from the 18th century, designed in the Batavia style and attributed to a pottery in Berlin. The vases are japanned in the fashionable Batavia brown glaze palette, and feature hand-painted famille rose flowers within leaf-shaped white reserves. Smaller scattered white leaf-shaped panels similarly decorated on each side further embellish the vases. The height of each vase is 41.5 cm and has a diameter of 22 cm.

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  • Height: 41.5 cm (16.3 inches)
  • Diameter: 22 cm (8.6 inches)

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