This ceramic vase, produced by Dumler & Breiden in West Germany during the 1960s, is a distinguished example of mid-century modern design. The vase displays a geometric, conical silhouette that flares gracefully at the base and tapers towards the neck, accentuated by a single, organically curved handle seamlessly integrated with the body. The exterior is finished in a matte, cool medium blue glaze, featuring a mottled, speckled texture – subtle tonal transitions from lighter to deeper blue add depth and visual dynamism. The interior offers a striking contrast: a glossy, pastel yellow glaze that catches the light. The piece stands on a flat, circular base and is signed on the underside, confirming its authenticity and collectible provenance. It is preserved in very good condition, with only minimal, age-appropriate signs of use. This vase carries the spirit of 1960s West German ceramics – bold, experimental glazes and expressive, modern forms that reflect the optimism and openness of postwar Western Europe to new ideas. Its softly matte blue surface and luminous yellow interior evoke the era's modernist architecture and abstract color compositions, as if this vessel were a fragment of painterly expression translated into a functional object. The handle, emerging fluidly from the body, invites touch, while the color contrast enhances the sense of lightness and experimentation. The vase would be well suited to a mid-century modern living room, where it could be paired with light wood furniture, minimalist shelving, or other ceramic vessels from the period. It might also serve as a color accent against neutral walls or among graphite textiles
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Height22 cm
Length15 cm
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Length15 cm
Height22 cm
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