Goebel Artis Orbis - Gustav Klimt - Box - Die Schönen Künste - Ltd. edition - Porcelain

Goebel Artis Orbis Gustav Klimt “Beethovenfries” Limited Edition Porcelain Lidded Box – No. 0357/5000

A highly collectible Goebel Artis Orbis porcelain box, featuring a beautiful depiction of Gustav Klimt’s celebrated Beethovenfries, specifically Die Schönen Künste (The Arts).

This elegant, limited-edition piece combines Klimt’s distinctive artistic style with a striking combination of white porcelain, rich golden accents and colourful geometric motifs. The beautifully shaped lid features a reclining female figure with flowing dark hair, while the sides are decorated with intricate Art Nouveau-inspired patterns.

Produced by the renowned German manufacturer Goebel as part of its exclusive Artis Orbis collection, this piece celebrates the work of one of the most influential artists of the Vienna Secession.
The underside is marked Limited Edition No. 0337 of only 5,000 pieces worldwide, making it an attractive collector’s item for enthusiasts of Gustav Klimt, Art Nouveau and fine decorative porcelain.

Offered in mint, never-used condition, this striking trinket box is a true eye-catcher and a wonderful addition to any art or porcelain collection.

Details / Specifications
Manufacturer: Goebel, Germany
Collection: Artis Orbis
Artist: Gustav Klimt
Motif: Beethovenfries – Die Schönen Künste
Period: 1980s
Material: Fine porcelain with gold accents
Colour: White, gold and multicolour
Edition: Limited edition, No. 0357/5000
Dimensions: Approx. 9 × 13 × 13 cm (h × w × d)
Condition: Mint, never used

Historical Context
Gustav Klimt’s Beethoven Frieze, created in 1902 for the 14th Vienna Secession exhibition, is one of the defining works of the Vienna Secession movement. Its symbolic imagery, ornamental details and expressive figures have made it an enduring source of inspiration for decorative art. Goebel’s Artis Orbis collection brings these celebrated masterpieces into the world of fine porcelain.