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Matteo Thun “Tea for One” Porcelain Full Set Arzberg Postmodern Design Memphis
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Private sellerBerlin, GermanyOn Whoppah since August 2023 • 24 sales
Product description
Matteo Thun – “Tea for One” Porcelain Set
Arzberg, Germany · Postmodern Design · 1980s
A playful and sculptural tea for one set designed by Matteo Thun for Arzberg, produced in Germany during the height of postmodern and Memphis-inspired design in the 1980s. The set translates Thun’s architectural humor and graphic sensibility into functional porcelain objects that blur the line between tableware and design statement.
This ensemble combines rounded, almost toy-like forms with bold, contrasting handles and accents in soft pastel tones. The white porcelain bodies act as a neutral stage for the expressive color elements, creating a composition that feels both lighthearted and rigorously designed.
Set Composition
The set consists of:
1 teapot, 1 cup, 1 sugar bowl
(See photos for exact configuration.)
Design & Aesthetic
Typical of Matteo Thun’s work of the period, the design embraces:
Volumetric, spherical forms, graphic, oversized handles in contrasting colors
A balance between function, irony, and architectural clarity
The result is a highly recognizable postmodern tableware design that fits seamlessly into collections focused on Memphis, Italian radical design, or 1980s European porcelain.
Details
Designer: Matteo Thun
Manufacturer: Arzberg Porzellan
Origin: Germany
Period: 1980s
Material: Porcelain
Finish: Glossy
Color: White with colorful accents
Dimensions
(Approximate, see photos for reference)
Components range between approx. 10–17 cm in height/width, depending on the piece.
Condition
All elements are in very good vintage condition, with light signs of age consistent with careful use and storage. No cracks or repairs noted.
About the Designer
Matteo Thun is an Italian architect and designer and a founding member of the Memphis Group. His work from the 1980s is defined by a synthesis of rational form, playful color, and postmodern irony. His collaborations with Arzberg produced some of the most distinctive and collectible German porcelain designs of the decade.
Why This Set Stands Out
Authentic postmodern / Memphis-era design
Sculptural yet functional tableware
Highly collectible Matteo Thun collaboration
Ideal for display, curated interiors, or design-focused collections
GENERAL INFORMATION
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International buyers are welcome – please contact me in advance for precise shipping costs outside the EU. Import duties or taxes, if applicable, are the buyer’s responsibility.
All items are photographed and described with care. Vintage pieces may show signs of age; any significant flaws are clearly mentioned and shown.
Private sale under German law – no returns, refunds, or warranties.
Buyer information is used solely to complete the transaction and arrange shipment.
Specifications
ConditionVery goodColorsWhite, Multi Color, Orange, PinkMaterialPorcelainNumber of items2Height12 cmWidth12 cmDepth12 cm
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About this seller
Private sellerBerlin, GermanyOn Whoppah since August 2023 • 24 sales