URBINO vs KURLAND Coffee Cup: Which Shape Fits Your Morning Routine
By Königliche Porzellan-Manufaktur Berlin - KPM Berlin | Published: 2026-10-27
Category: Comparisons
Compare the KPM Berlin URBINO and KURLAND coffee cups: a modern half-sphere versus a classic relief design. Find out which porcelain cup suits your morning coffee ritual best.
Quick answer
Choose the URBINO if you want a versatile, modern cup that works for both coffee and tea; choose the KURLAND if you prefer a classic, elegant design with a relief pattern and platinum trim.
Shape and design philosophy
The URBINO cup, designed by Trude Petri during the Bauhaus era, uses a simple half-sphere shape that is both functional and minimalist. The KURLAND cup, on the other hand, draws from the classicism period with a filigree relief pattern and a platinum staffage that adds a touch of luxury.
Practical considerations
The URBINO's half-sphere shape makes it easy to hold and pour, while the KURLAND's relief may require more careful handling to avoid chipping. Both are dishwasher-safe, but the KURLAND's platinum trim may be more prone to wear over time.
Trade-offs at a glance
- Versatility: URBINO: Works for both coffee and tea. KURLAND: Best for coffee only due to its more formal design.
- Design: URBINO: Modern, minimalist half-sphere. KURLAND: Classic, ornate relief with platinum accents.
- Care: URBINO: Easier to clean due to smooth surface. KURLAND: Requires gentle handling to preserve relief and platinum trim.
- Price: URBINO: $214.40 (regular $320.00). KURLAND: $186.48 (regular $259.00). KURLAND offers a lower entry price, but URBINO provides greater versatility.
Product facts
- URBINO Kaffee Obertasse, halbhoch: The URBINO coffee cup is a half-sphere shape that works for both coffee and tea. This versatility means you can use one cup for different beverages without needing a separate tea cup.
URBINO Kaffee Obertasse, halbhoch - KURLAND Kaffee Obertasse: The KURLAND coffee cup features a filigree relief pattern with a platinum staffage and gray fond. The relief and platinum trim create a classic, elegant look that stands out on any table setting.
KURLAND Kaffee Obertasse
Which cup fits you?
Best for
- Those who want a modern, versatile cup for both coffee and tea
- Fans of Bauhaus and minimalist design
Not for
- Those who prefer a classic, ornate design with platinum accents
- Those who want a cup that makes a statement on its own
