Red Fat Lava Bonbonniere, Modernist, Germany, 1970s
140 PLN
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This bonbonniere from the 1970s was crafted using the iconic German fat lava ceramic technique. Its form is low and wide—15 cm in diameter and 6.5 cm in height—accentuating the geometric, functional lines characteristic of mid-century modern aesthetics. The surface of both the body and the lid is adorned with a deep cobalt and black band, forming a repeating, undulating motif around the edge, while the center of the lid and the base remain vividly red. The glaze displays a lava-like, subtly textured finish that contrasts with the smooth, slightly satin red. This piece from 1970s Germany combines decorative artistry with practical utility, functioning as both a vessel for sweets and a striking accent on a table or shelf. The overall condition is very good—there are only minimal signs of use, the colors are vibrant, and the ceramic is free from chips or cracks.
The bonbonniere carries the voice of an era when bold color and texture signaled new directions in German design. Red, cobalt, and black create a dynamic composition that evokes the 1970s: a period of experimentation with materials and form, when ceramics served not just a function but became miniature artistic statements. The lava texture, seemingly frozen in motion, echoes the energy of the decade—full of expressive drive, yet balanced by structural discipline.
In an interior, the bonbonniere can be paired with other vessels of contrasting, modern form or stand alone as an object on a living room console. It could be set on a black or glass tray to highlight the intensity of its colors, or placed against raw materials—such as concrete, oak, or light wool—to bring out its decorative character. It would work well in spaces inspired by mid-century modern design, as well as in eclectic, collector’s interiors where the interplay of texture and color is appreciated.
DIMENSION
Height6 cm
Depth15 cm
Width15 cm
Dimension details
Width15 cm
Height6 cm
Depth15 cm
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