This small German pedestal bowl from the 1970s is a classic example of fat lava glazed ceramics. Crafted from solid ceramic and finished with a thick, semi-matte to satin glaze, the piece features a warm, earthy beige base color, accented by subtle gradients of light brown, ochre, and creamy white. The simple, modernist form—a wide, rounded bowl set atop a sturdy, slightly flared pedestal—emphasizes both functionality and sculptural presence. The surface is slightly uneven, marked by glaze pooling, minor pitting, and visible traces of handcraftsmanship. With a diameter significantly greater than its height (14 cm x 8 cm), the bowl asserts a distinct presence on any table. Its condition remains very good: only minor glaze imperfections and gentle wear are evident, typical for genuine vintage ceramics of this era, with no major damage or repairs. The form of this bowl captures the spirit of West German design from the 1970s, a time when raw materiality and bold glaze textures became emblematic of everyday objects. The thick, organic glaze with its shifting tones and surface irregularities speaks to a search for authenticity and naturalness at a moment when mass production was losing its novelty. There
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Height8 cm
Length14 cm
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Length14 cm
Height8 cm
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