Tall vase, blue green brown ceramic, by E. Piwek-Białoborska, Poland, 1950s
3 720 PLN
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This tall ceramic vase, designed by Elżbieta Piwek-Białoborska for the Włocławek Faience Factory in 1956, exemplifies Polish post-war modernist applied arts. The vessel’s form balances contrasts: a broad, bulbous base transitions seamlessly into an elongated, slender neck, reflecting the era’s fascination with geometric rhythm and fluidity. The glossy glazed surface amplifies the vibrancy of its palette—cool blues, teal greens, deep ochre, and creamy accents flow vertically in dynamic, undulating stripes. Expressive, hand-painted black swirling lines overlay the composition, lending a sense of movement and artistic energy. Made of glazed faience, the vase has a smooth, glass-like texture. It is preserved in very good original condition, with no visible signs of wear, damage, or restoration; the hand-painted decoration remains crisp and vivid.This vase speaks in the voice of 1950s Polish modernism: its form and coloration evoke the optimism and creative fervor of the postwar renewal. The bold stripes and spontaneous, gestural brushwork reveal a search for beauty in everyday life—experimentation and openness to international influences, yet grounded in local tradition. Light shimmers across its surface, while the dynamic ornament recalls the artistic dialogues that defined the decade.The vase would suit a collector’s living space or an eclectic interior—one could pair it with streamlined mid-century furniture or vintage wooden sideboards. It may be combined with other graphic
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Height31 cm
Length16 cm
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Length16 cm
Height31 cm
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