URBINO
In 1931, Trude Petri designed the collection URBINO. Its clarity and aesthetic, achieved through deliberate omission, are inspired by what is arguably the most balanced of all forms: the circle. Inspiration also came from the Northern Italian Renaissance and the Italian city of Urbino, which served as the collection’s namesake. The pieces’ thin walls convey a delicate lightness that enhances everyday enjoyment. The so-called “coupeteller,” whose surface flows uninterrupted to the rim, were an absolute innovation and a milestone of their time. URBINO received numerous awards, such as the gold medal at the 6th Triennale in Milan and the Grand Prix at the 1937 Paris World’s Fair. Today, as a model of timeless porcelain design, it is part of the permanent collection at the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) in New York.
CANTO
The black frame of the CANTO decor emphasizes the reduced circular shape that forms the basis of URBINO's aesthetics and brings its balanced form to life on the table.
MULTICOLORE
With the MULTICOLORE " decor ," URBINO presents itself in a colorful interpretation. The exterior and surfaces, featuring a uniform, rich color scheme, are framed by delicate borders of 24-karat gold.
SIMPLE PLATINUM DECORATION
With a simple “ platinum staffage ,” URBINO gains a subtly luxurious accent that delicately highlights the collection’s clean, circular shape. The hand-applied line of genuine glossy platinum follows the minimalist silhouette and underscores the design’s timeless elegance.
GOLD & PLATINUM EDITION
In the Gold & Platinum Edition, URBINO presents itself as a modern interplay of form, surface, and reflection. Shimmering precious metal accents in gold and platinum complement the collection’s minimalist circular design, lending the iconic piece a striking, contemporary presence.
TRUDE PETRI
Trude Petribegan working as a designer for the Berlin Porcelain Manufactory in 1929. In keeping with the aesthetic principles of her time, her work focused on the union of form and function. Fascinated by the perfection of this union, she developed the URBINO collection in 1931, which is still regarded today as a flawless example of consummate design.