KPM salt cellar Wilhelm II. 1906 in double shell form from the imperial table service

This exceptionally rare salt cellar from an imperial service of Emperor Wilhelm II., dated 1906, comes from the renowned Königliche Porzellan-Manufaktur Berlin (KPM) and is one of the rarest surviving table accessories from the German imperial era. Crafted from white glazed porcelain with a fine gold rim, the object impresses with its elegant double shell form, which is among the most decorative and at the same time most delicate designs of historical table settings.

Personal porcelain of Emperor Wilhelm II.

The decoration shows the owner's monogram "WR" (Wilhelm Rex) under the royal Prussian royal crown. This monogram refers directly to Emperor Wilhelm II. and makes the salt cellar an authentic testimony of courtly table culture and imperial representation.

Unlike plates, cups, or serving pieces, salt cellars were often damaged or lost over time due to their small size and delicate shape. Accordingly, surviving examples with a clear connection to the German imperial house are extremely rare today.

Rare double shell form by KPM Berlin

The elegant double shell form combines practical function with decorative effect and is among the most sophisticated models within the imperial tableware. The finely modeled shape, the carefully executed gold rim, and the precisely applied monogram reflect the high craftsmanship of KPM Berlin.

On the underside are the classic marks of the Königliche Porzellan-Manufaktur Berlin, including the underglaze blue scepter mark as well as the red imperial orb mark, both with dating. These marks confirm the authenticity and the period of creation of the piece.

Imperial era porcelain with royal provenance

Objects with a personal connection to Emperor Wilhelm II. are among the most sought-after collectibles from the circle of the Hohenzollern house. Small everyday objects such as salt cellars are particularly rare, providing a direct insight into the courtly table culture of the German Empire.

This historic salt cellar combines royal provenance, artistic craftsmanship, KPM porcelain art, and historical significance. It represents an exceptional addition for collectors of KPM porcelain, imperial era tableware, Hohenzollern memorabilia, and high-quality objects of German history.

Dimensions and condition

Dimensions: approx. 10 × 4 × 4.5 cm
Dating: 1906
Manufacturer: KPM Berlin
Condition: Very good state of preservation with a fine gold rim and clearly preserved decoration.