Pitcher, multicolor ceramic, VEB Gräfenroda, Germany, 1950s
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This ceramic pitcher from the 1950s, produced by VEB Gräfenroda in East Germany, exemplifies mid-century modern utilitarian ceramics characterized by carefully balanced proportions. The body is crafted from ceramic with a matte, subtly textured surface; its base color is an off-white cream with a yellowish-beige marbled effect. The central section is decorated with two boldly applied dark green bands intersected by vertical lines of the same shade, creating a rhythmic grid-like, geometric pattern. The resulting fields are accented by small, round elements in white and pale blue. The handle is smoothly integrated into the vessel and finished in the same marbled texture as the rest of the pitcher. The silhouette is slender, featuring a broad shoulder that gently transitions into a narrow base and a cylindrical neck. There are no visible cracks or chips; the painted details and original glaze remain intact. Condition: excellent, with the piece preserved in near-original state and showing only minimal traces of use. This pitcher tells of an era when modernism merged with the pragmatic search for new forms in postwar Europe. The geometric motif suggests the influence of artistic avant-garde movements, while the restrained color scheme reflects the practicality and understated decorativeness typical of East German manufacture during the 1950s. The hand-painted details radiate a sensation of tranquillity and assurance—as if the vessel communicates with the user in the language of functional beauty. It could be displayed as a solo piece on an open shelf, sideboard, or credenza within a mid-century modern or eclectic collectors' interior. It pairs well with natural materials such as teak or oak and with muted glassware. The pitcher might be combined with other 1950s ceramics or a simple sprig of greenery like eucalyptus—present
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Height26 cm
Depth12 cm
Width11 cm
Dimension details
Width11 cm
Height26 cm
Depth12 cm
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