This ceramic vase, made by Strehla in Germany during the 1960s, is a quintessential example of mid-century modern 'fat lava' design. The robust, geometric form features a cylindrical body with a wide, stable base and a gently flared neck. The surface is richly textured with pronounced relief patterns that wrap around the vase, creating a dynamic interplay of light and shadow. The main color is a cool, muted grey with a bluish undertone and a matte, stone-like finish, contrasted by glossy orange-red accents embedded in the recessed bands. The interior is glazed in a speckled blue, visible along the mouth’s edge. Every detail highlights the hand-applied, lava-like texture that defines Strehla’s collectible ceramics. The vase is in very good vintage condition, showing only minor scratches and delicate traces of use, with no chips or cracks.The form of this vase tells the story of 1960s German design—an era when bold experimentation met a fascination with texture and color. Its surface echoes solidified lava, while the orange accents appear like bursts of energy, enlivening the sculptural mass. The vase seems to speak with the voice of an optimistic postwar generation: “I am a fragment of creative renewal, captured in clay and glaze.”This Strehla vase can be paired with simple, modernist furniture—such as a light wood sideboard or a raw metal shelf—to showcase its vivid texture. It also works well in eclectic, collector’s interiors alongside other pieces from the 1960s and 70s. Combining it with neutral-toned accessories will highlight the vibrancy
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Height18 cm
Width12 cm
Length12 cm
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Length12 cm
Height18 cm
Width12 cm
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