This vintage ceramic vase from West Germany, created in the 1970s, is a quintessential example of the Fat Lava style that defined postwar European ceramics. The robust, cylindrical body is accented by a single, rounded handle at the neck, and finished in a deep, matte olive green glaze. Two wide, dark graphite bands encircle the body, separated by flowing, irregular white patterns that evoke molten lava – a hallmark of the hand-applied Fat Lava glazing technique. The transitions between hues are organic and emphasize the artisanal nature of the piece. The proportions are carefully balanced, with a slightly flared neck and a broad, stable base, giving the vase a sense of both monumentality and utility. The surface is smooth to the touch, with subtle textural variations where the lava glaze has been applied. The vase is in good vintage condition, showing only minor signs of age and use, such as small surface scratches, with no visible cracks or chips.This vase tells the story of an era when German ceramics embraced the spirit of material experimentation and the expressive power of color. The Fat Lava style was the voice of the 1970s: organic, bold, and full of tactile contrasts. Every irregularity in the glaze bears witness to the maker's hand – each piece is as unique as a fingerprint. The green and graphite transitions recall geological landscapes, as if a fragment of the mineral world had been brought indoors.The vase works beautifully atop a solid wood console, where its texture and color will play off the grain of natural timber. It can be paired with minimalist modernist accessories or Murano glass to highlight its collectible quality. This piece is well-suited to mid-century modern interiors, but also serves as a striking accent in contemporary or eclectic spaces. Display it with a single branch, or leave it empty as a sculptural decorative object in its own right.
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Height40 cm
Length21 cm
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Length21 cm
Height40 cm
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