🍪 🐩 A delightfully whimsical mid-century find, this vintage 1960s porcelain cookie jar from Plankenhammer Floss Bavaria features hand-painted vignettes and refined gold detailing. The word “Betthupferl”—a charming German term meaning “bedtime treat” or “little sweet before bed”—is scripted across the front in cobalt blue, capturing the spirit of European domestic rituals.
Illustrated with light-hearted flair, one side of the jar shows a stylish young woman in a flared skirt walking her perfectly coiffed poodle. Turn it around and you’ll find a smug little cat eyeing a trail of sardines and a toppled pair of glasses. Playful, irreverent, yet rendered with an elegant touch, this piece doubles as functional kitchenware and a collectible conversation starter. Perfect for storing sweets, biscuits, or simply displaying as a slice of European design history. 🍪 🐩
⌛History Behind The Piece⌛ Plankenhammer Floss Bavaria, active 1928–1974, was a renowned porcelain manufactory in Floss, Germany, celebrated for its high‑quality decorative wares and hotel porcelain. Operating post‑World War II with a signature hand‑painted style and gold accents, this jar embodies the brand’s refined craftsmanship and mid‑century European charm.
Item is in good vintage/used condition. Small spot missing gold on the rim - last photo shows close up. Please see all of the photos. 🍪
Jar Dimensions (Approximate): 3" - 4.25" W (Top) : 4.75" H (Includes Lid)
