This fat lava ceramic vase is a striking example of West German design from the 1960s and 1970s. Its slender, cylindrical form with a slightly flared rim and pronounced shoulder is enriched by a glaze in warm, earthy tones of brown, beige, and caramel. The central band is decorated with a bold, raised fat lava glaze in deep brown and black, interspersed with greenish highlights and crater-like bubbles that are iconic of the fat lava style. The glossy surface contrasts with the matte, rugged texture of the lava band, creating an organic and three-dimensional effect. The vase is in good vintage condition, showing minor signs of age and a small chip visible in the photographs—natural for ceramics of this period.This piece tells the story of German ceramic avant-garde from an era when glazes and forms set a new modernist direction in applied arts. Its surface, reminiscent of cooled magma, evokes the experimental spirit of the 1970s—bold in texture and color, inspired by organic and volcanic landscapes. It brings an expressive, raw character to interiors, carrying the spirit of a time unafraid of contrasts and natural motifs.The vase can be paired with other fat lava objects to create a moody composition on a light wood sideboard or a minimalist shelf. It works well in mid-century modern arrangements, eclectic collector’s spaces, or as a counterpoint in contemporary, understated interiors. It is worth combining with other earthy-toned ceramics, Murano glass, or simple graphic art to highlight its sculptural quality and tactile nuance.Height: 12 cm, width: 5.5 cm. Material: ceramic. Condition: good, minor chip visible in the photos. No visible signs of restoration.
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Height5.5 cm
Length12 cm
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Length12 cm
Height5.5 cm
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