ARKADIA
Each of the precious ARKADIA medallions tells a story from the world of ancient mythology. Trude Petri’s neoclassical designs, created in 1938, provide the perfect setting for Cupid, Demeter, and Pan; the dolphin and the lion; the seashell and the pan flute—the variety of motifs and ideas seems boundless. Together, they weave the myth of Arcadia, that paradisiacal realm of happiness. Siegmund Schütz sculpted the delicate reliefs from “ biscuit porcelain.” The marble-like texture of the material allows the fine contours to stand out strikingly in the interplay of light and shadow.
SIMPLE PLATINUM DECORATION
The simple " platinum staffage " collection frames ARKADIA’s neoclassical design in a cool, elegantly shimmering setting. Delicate lines of genuine glossy platinum accentuate the silhouettes of plates, cups, and " pots," while the white bisque medallions retain their sculptural effect through the interplay of light and shadow.
SIMPLE GOLD ACCENTS
A simple “ gold staffage ” gives ARKADIA a warm, festive touch. The hand-applied glossy gold complements the collection’s clean lines and subtly frames the mythological medallions—serving as a delicate accent that bridges the gap between classical austerity, narrative relief, and timeless table culture.
GOLD-PLATED MEDALLION
ARKADIA’s ancient scenes are particularly striking in the “ decor ”golden medaillon . The gold-accented reliefs transform Cupid, Demeter, Pan, and the other motifs into precious focal points of the collection, blending neoclassical design with narrative opulence.
TRUDE PETRI & SIEGMUND SCHÜTZ
Siegmund Schütz had a decisive influence on the aesthetics of Berlin porcelain well into the 1970s. He was a passionate advocate for the revitalization of the art medal. The ARKADIA collection, designed in 1938, stands as timeless proof of his success.