On offer is a rare and beautiful West German pottery vase, dating to the mid-century modern era (1950s–70s). Made from ceramic with a striking matte black body and colourful modernist decoration, it embodies the bold artistry of post-war German design.

Whether you’re a collector or a lover of soulful décor, this vase offers a tactile link to mid-20th-century craft history — and a timeless sculptural presence in any interior.

Crafted with care and rich in visual character, this vase works equally as a display piece, a conversation starter, or a lasting heirloom for generations to enjoy.

📌 KEY FEATURES
✅ Genuine mid-century ceramic – matte black glaze with incised texture
✅ Decorated with abstract loops in teal, orange, yellow, and white
✅ Marked on base: Made in Western Germany – authentic period mark
✅ Condition: very good, with only a tiny 1 mm chip on rim (see photos)
✅ Height: 8 inches (20 cm)
✅ Rare example of West German pottery, highly collectible

💡 STYLING TIP
This piece pairs beautifully with modernist or eclectic interiors. Place it on a sideboard, style it with vintage books, or group it with other ceramics to create a curated, lived-in look.

🎁 PERFECT FOR
✔️ Collectors of mid-century modern ceramics
✔️ Lovers of bold, colourful West German pottery
✔️ A thoughtful gift for design and history enthusiasts
✔️ Display in homes, studios, or galleries

🔍 PROVENANCE / MAKER NOTES
This vase belongs to the celebrated tradition of West German art pottery (1949–1990), also known as “fat lava” ceramics. During this period, makers such as Scheurich, Bay Keramik, Carstens, and Dümler & Breiden produced decorative wares that are today sought after for their sculptural forms and daring glaze work.

The hand-applied “Made in Western Germany” mark on the base confirms its production before German reunification in 1990. While the specific maker is not identified, the form and decoration recall designs attributed to Bay Keramik’s Bodo Mans, whose use of matte grounds with vibrant overlays became iconic in the 1950s–60s.

📏 MEASUREMENTS
• Height: 8 in / 20 cm

📦 SHIPPING & INTERNATIONAL BUYERS
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📌 WHY IT MATTERS
This is more than a vase — it is a piece of lived history, carrying the optimism and artistic experimentation of post-war Europe. Rare to find in this condition, and seldom offered with such clarity and honesty. A fine choice for anyone who values provenance, patina, and story.

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