This ceramic mug from the 1960s, attributed to the Hedwig Bollhagen workshop, exemplifies the utilitarian modernism of postwar Germany. The design features a robust cylindrical body with a large, ergonomic handle, all crafted from glazed ceramic. The surface is finished in a deep, glossy black, with subtle, hand-applied irregularities characteristic of studio production. Two vivid green horizontal bands, along with a green rim at the edge and base, introduce graphic contrast and visual dynamism. The lower band bears a hand-painted inscription, '19. Grenzbereitschaft Pirna,' lending the piece a documentary aspect and referencing the history of a Saxon border unit. The mug is in very good condition, with no chips or cracks and only minimal signs of use consistent with age.The form of this vessel tells the story of postwar Germany, where practicality met an aesthetic discipline. The graphic color blocking and bold contrasts evoke Bauhaus influences, while the hand-glazed finish captures the individuality of workshop craftsmanship. The mug seems to speak of everyday rituals in the GDR, of objects that—though seemingly simple—became carriers of memory and identity. The glossy black surface reflects a fragment of history, while the contrasting greens lend freshness and energy, as if pausing a moment of the era in ceramic form.This mug may be used as a functional vessel for serving beer or beverages, or
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Height12 cm
Depth9 cm
Width13 cm
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Width13 cm
Height12 cm
Depth9 cm
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