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Al-Ka Kunst Kronach Porcelain Lidded Box Duo Emerald Green with Silver Overlay
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Berlin, GermanyOn Whoppah since August 2023 • 23 sales
Product description
Al-Ka Kunst Kronach Porcelain Lidded Box Duo – Emerald Green with Silver Overlay – Bavaria, Germany, Mid-Century
An elegant pair of decorative porcelain lidded boxes produced by Al-Ka Kunst (AK Kaiser), Kronach, Bavaria, Germany. These refined objects combine deep emerald-green glazed porcelain with delicate silver overlay decoration, creating a striking contrast between saturated color and shimmering metallic ornament.
Both boxes feature gently rounded, sculptural bodies resting within silver-tone metal mounts. The lids are crowned with polished finials—one spherical and one elongated—adding a subtle variation that enhances the sculptural dialogue between the two pieces. The decorative motif consists of stylized foliage and berry clusters executed in fine silver overlay with small turquoise-toned enamel accents, a technique typical of mid-century German decorative porcelain that sought to merge traditional craftsmanship with modern elegance.
The interiors remain bright white porcelain, while the exterior glaze possesses a rich jewel-like depth that reflects light beautifully. Together the two boxes form a harmonious decorative ensemble that works equally well as a functional storage piece or purely sculptural tabletop object.
Dimensions
Box 1
Height: approx. 14 cm
Diameter: approx. 18 cm
Box 2
Height: approx. 17 cm
Diameter: approx. 17.5 cm
Material
Porcelain with silver-tone metal mounts and finials
Manufacturer
Al-Ka Kunst / AK Kaiser, Kronach, Bavaria, Germany
Color
Emerald green glaze with silver overlay decoration
Condition
Good vintage condition with visible signs of age. The porcelain bodies are well preserved without cracks or structural damage. The metal mounts and feet show patina and wear consistent with age, including areas of silver plating loss on the underside and rims, visible in the photos. These traces contribute to the authentic vintage character of the pieces.
About the Manufacturer
AK Kaiser (originally Al-Ka Kunst, Kronach) was founded in Bavaria in the mid-20th century and quickly became known for elegant porcelain objects combining classical decorative motifs with refined modern forms. The factory specialized in decorative porcelain pieces such as boxes, vases, and table objects, often enhanced with metallic overlays or hand-applied ornament.
Design Notes
These lidded boxes exemplify the decorative language of post-war German porcelain, where jewel-toned glazes, metallic ornament, and softly sculptural forms created luxurious yet restrained objects suited to both traditional and modern interiors. The pairing of two related forms—one lower and wider, the other slightly taller—creates a pleasing compositional balance when displayed together.
Ideal as jewelry boxes, small storage containers, or simply as decorative accent pieces on a vanity, sideboard, or coffee table.
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Specifications
ConditionVery goodColorsGreen, SilverMaterialPorcelainNumber of items2Height17 cmWidth17 cmDepth17 cm
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Berlin, GermanyOn Whoppah since August 2023 • 23 sales