This enamelled copper bowl from 1960s Germany exemplifies modernist Central European craft. Made from spun copper, the bowl is coated with a glossy, glass-like enamel in a warm brown tone, accentuated by a fine, speckled texture visible under light. The interior features a hand-painted, abstract motif in vivid colours—white, yellow, green, red—with accents of silver and black. The shape is evenly rounded and shallow, anchored by a circular, stable base. Its rim is smoothly finished, with no visible seams, reflecting the high manufacturing standards of mid-century German enamelware. Condition: good – there are some visible scratches on the enamel surface, typical of age and regular use, but no signs of repairs or restoration. The bowl’s form channels the spirit of the 1960s, with its appreciation for spontaneous gestures and painterly expression. The abstract burst of colour captured in the enamel resonates with the aesthetics of modernism and the energy of German applied arts of the era. Each hue and irregular layering of tones speaks to a time when decoration was a matter of artistic experiment, and craftsmanship and technology advanced hand in hand. Such a piece could be placed on a living room console, acting as a highlight among other metal or vintage ceramic objects. It may be paired with minimalist wooden accessories or displayed atop a bookshelf filled with books on modernism, occupying a subtly lit niche. Suggested companions: 1960s Murano glass, geometric ceramics, or muted textiles that best set off the vibrant enamel tones. The bowl would suit collector’s interiors or eclectic living spaces, adding a note of mid-century modern with a German touch.
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Height3 cm
Width12 cm
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Width12 cm
Height3 cm
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