This vintage ceramic vase from West Germany, dating to the 1970s, exemplifies the mid-century modern aesthetic with its full, bulbous body and gently narrowing neck. The surface is adorned with decorative relief: rhythmic, horizontal bands and arch-like motifs encircle the body, lending a dynamic and tactile dimension. The glaze—deep, saturated green warmed with brown accents—enhances the depth of the pattern and highlights the relief’s detail. The glossy, lustrous finish emphasizes the vase’s texture, while the solid ceramic construction ensures durability. With proportions of approximately 30 cm in height, 11 cm in diameter, and a 9 cm opening, the vase stands as a striking decorative object. It remains in good vintage condition, retaining its original surface and authentic period finish, with minor signs of use typical for its era.This vase tells the story of 1970s German design, when geometric ornamentation and bold color harmonized with utility. The relief bands and arches evoke the optimism of postwar Europe, transforming everyday objects into expressive statements. The interplay of green glaze and brown accents recalls interiors where robust ceramics served as counterpoints to the clean lines of modernist furniture, as if the piece wished to speak of a longing for color and expression within an ordered environment.The vase can be displayed on a low wooden sideboard in a warm tone or on a marble surface, where light will highlight the gloss of the glaze and the depth of the relief. It would suit mid-century modern arrangements as well as eclectic collector’s spaces. Pairing with other ceramic pieces from the era or minimalist accessories can bring out its graphic character, while a simple bouquet or single branch
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Height30 cm
Width11 cm
Length11 cm
Dimension details
Length11 cm
Height30 cm
Width11 cm
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