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- TREASURE CHEST: Highly Collectible Mid-Century Vintage Era Alka Kunst (Bavaria) Shape 882 Porcelain Plate.
TREASURE CHEST: Highly Collectible Mid-Century Vintage Era Alka Kunst (Bavaria) Shape 882 Porcelain Plate.
TREASURE CHEST: Highly Collectible Mid-Century Vintage Era Alka Kunst (Bavaria) Shape 882 Porcelain Plate.
Excellent condition. No chips, damage, cracks. Plate stand not included.
This mid-century Alka Kunst shape 882 plate showcases the pinnacle of post-WWII Bavarian porcelain artistry. Measuring slightly over 8 inches in diameter, the plate is distinguished by its unique molded silhouette, featuring an elegant scalloped rim. Its visual appeal lies in the striking contrast between a soft pastel green border glaze and an ivory center well, both heavily overlaid with intricate, bright 22k gold filigree lace patterns and stylized floral bursts.
At this specific size, the piece was designed for versatile use as a formal dessert, luncheon, or sandwich serving plate. In traditional mid-century German entertaining, it served as the anchor piece for a "Tea Trio," a highly popular three-piece configuration consisting of a matching teacup, saucer, and this dessert plate. The integrated handles made it perfect for passing small pastries, finger sandwiches, or cakes around a sophisticated afternoon tea table.
Today, this plate is highly collectible because it represents a distinct and fleeting era of European porcelain manufacturing before automated, minimalist styles took over. Pieces from the Alboth & Kaiser (Alka) factory with intact, heavy gold gilding are increasingly rare, as the delicate metallic overlays were frequently rubbed away over decades of improper washing. Collectors actively seek out this specific shape and color palette to complete missing sets, display as cabinet plates, or preserve a tangible piece of mid-century German craftsmanship.
Excellent condition. No chips, damage, cracks. Plate stand not included.
This mid-century Alka Kunst shape 882 plate showcases the pinnacle of post-WWII Bavarian porcelain artistry. Measuring slightly over 8 inches in diameter, the plate is distinguished by its unique molded silhouette, featuring an elegant scalloped rim. Its visual appeal lies in the striking contrast between a soft pastel green border glaze and an ivory center well, both heavily overlaid with intricate, bright 22k gold filigree lace patterns and stylized floral bursts.
At this specific size, the piece was designed for versatile use as a formal dessert, luncheon, or sandwich serving plate. In traditional mid-century German entertaining, it served as the anchor piece for a "Tea Trio," a highly popular three-piece configuration consisting of a matching teacup, saucer, and this dessert plate. The integrated handles made it perfect for passing small pastries, finger sandwiches, or cakes around a sophisticated afternoon tea table.
Today, this plate is highly collectible because it represents a distinct and fleeting era of European porcelain manufacturing before automated, minimalist styles took over. Pieces from the Alboth & Kaiser (Alka) factory with intact, heavy gold gilding are increasingly rare, as the delicate metallic overlays were frequently rubbed away over decades of improper washing. Collectors actively seek out this specific shape and color palette to complete missing sets, display as cabinet plates, or preserve a tangible piece of mid-century German craftsmanship.
