This floor vase by Scheurich, produced in Germany during the 1960s, is a quintessential example of the 'fat lava' style so celebrated in mid-century modern design. Measuring 51 cm in height and 27 cm in width, it is crafted from clay and finished with a satin-matte glaze in ochre-brown hues. The surface displays subtle, horizontally striated textures, accentuating its handmade character. Dominating the body are bold orange-red bands, each adorned with raised, repetitive turquoise-green abstract motifs outlined in black—a graphic, geometric decoration synonymous with the era. Its gently flared neck and narrow base give the vase an elongated, harmonious silhouette. The base carries the classic Scheurich marking. Overall condition is good, with a discreet, carefully repaired chip at the base. The vase captures the expressive energy of the 1960s, when confident colors and geometric ornamentation epitomized postwar optimism in design. When Scheurich ceramics entered West German homes, they became more than vessels—serving as icons of the age, as if clay and color spoke of fascination with movement and modernity. There is a rhythm to its reliefs, an intensity in the orange and turquoise, and a tangible trace of years that boldly championed color and originality. This Scheurich vase would perform well in an open living space, its elongated profile accentuating interior height. It could be paired with a minimalist sofa or a teak bookshelf, or juxtaposed with a geometric rug to bring out the vibrancy of its colors and decorative rhythms. Strong as a solitary statement piece on the floor or a low pedestal, it resonates alongside mid-century lighting, boldly shaped lamps, or a single large
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Height51 cm
Width27 cm
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Width27 cm
Height51 cm
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