From the Royal Porcelain Factory in Berlin, Germany, we are thrilled to present this magnificent divided serving dish with its hand-painted flower details and gilded central handle. Exquisite in every detail, this elegant Antique Floral Serving Basket is a masterpiece in porcelain artistry.

With a sweeping and romantic floral motif adorning the outer edges as they curve outward towards the rim, and arrangements of bright spring blossoms playfully strewn across the bottom, this regal serving dish promises to become a memorable focal point on the tea table or buffet. The underside of the dish bears the Royal Porcelain Factory's blue underglaze KPM factory scepter mark. 

A versatile and beautiful way to serve bonbons or sugared confections, crudité or pickled vegetables, or enliven simple cheeses with crackers, it is also sure to be handy in other rooms of the house as a glamorous vide poche on the vanity, or desk tray in the office to corral small items. Bringing the elegance and impeccable craftsmanship of a bygone era to every setting, this gorgeous divided basket tray is sure to make a glorious statement wherever it is found.

Strictly one-of-a-kind and subject to prior sale. In very good antique condition. 13"W x 3.75"H.

Learn More About the Royal Porcelain Factory

The Royal Porcelain Factory in Berlin (In German: Königliche Porzellan-Manufaktur Berlin, abbreviated as KPM) was founded in 1763 by King Frederick II of Prussia who was known as Frederick the Great.

Frederick the Great, who jokingly referred to himself as his own "best customer", was under the spell of the Rococo aesthetic and the work of KPM often reflected that style. From 1765 to his death in 1786, Frederick II placed enormous orders with KPM for porcelain for his palaces. He ordered 21 dinner services, each of them with 36 place settings and up to 500 separate parts, complemented by elaborate table centrepieces.

In addition, most of his diplomatic gifts came from the manufactory, and they were found at the court of the tsars in Russia and on the tables of European aristocracy.

The company logo is a cobalt blue scepter, which is stamped on every piece. KPM is still producing to this day, with each piece of dishware and decorative porcelain being of the highest quality.