KURLAND BLANC NOUVEAU
Beauty in the interplay of light and shadow. Captivating contrasts between smooth surfaces and velvety textures. KURLAND BLANC NOUVEAU can be experienced with your eyes closed and, whether in pure white or with a colored finish, offers a sensual delight. In 2013, the Berlin-based “ Königliche Porzellan-Manufaktur ” created this collection to mark its 250th anniversary, bringing the iconic “ KURLAND ” relief to life in a new way: To bring out the relief with the utmost precision, the glaze is carefully removed using a fine-bristled brush. The smooth firing process highlights the contrast between the matte bisque and the high-gloss glazed porcelain, creating a unique aesthetic.
PASTEL BACKGROUND
The contrast between glossy glazed porcelain surfaces and matt biscuit porcelain reliefs creates a visually and haptically rich experience. The contrasting textures of smoothness and velvety in the delicate variations of the BLANC NOUVEAU PASTELL range, from soft blue to apricot, are all the more appealing.
THOMAS WENZEL
Thomas Wenzel heads the artistic development department at KPM Berlin. In addition to his work as a designer, innovative decorative designs and manufacturing techniques that address the challenges of modern tableware culture are a key focus of his work. The “ KURLAND ” BLANC NOUVEAU collection, introduced in 2013 to mark the manufactory’s 250th anniversary, is also the result of Wenzel’s development work. Wenzel’s more recent designs include the current LAB series, the multi-award-winning KPM coffee filter, and the “ KURLAND ” to-go mug.