The Scheurich 553-38 ceramic vase is a quintessential example of West German design from the 1960s, notable for its impressive scale (height 39 cm) and distinctive shape with a short, wide neck and pronounced rim. The surface is divided into two contrasting segments: the upper part features a smooth, glossy, vibrant red glaze, while the lower section transitions to a matte, brown-black 'Fat Lava' coating with a heavily textured, volcanic appearance. The transition between colors is organic and irregular, characteristic of the Fat Lava style, with the lower surface evoking the raw power of cooling lava. The vase bears the original Scheurich label, confirming its authenticity. It is preserved in good vintage condition, showing minor signs of use consistent with its age, with no structural damage.This vase tells a story of post-war design boldness and expression: the dynamic union of glossy red and tactile Fat Lava surfaces recalls a volcanic landscape, where form and color are in constant motion. The glaze seems to pulse with the energy of the 1960s, when German art ceramics embraced bold contrasts and sculptural proportions to create objects meant to intrigue as much as decorate. The Scheurich vase, while silent, carries the optimism and experimental spirit of an era searching for new modes of artistic expression.In a living room or collector’s space, this vase can be paired with furniture featuring clean, modernist lines and accessories in muted tones to highlight its chromatic and textural presence. It would also work as a solo accent on an oak console or alongside minimalist ceramics in pale shades
DIMENSION
Height39 cm
Width18 cm
Length18 cm
Dimension details
Length18 cm
Height39 cm
Width18 cm
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