Vase, ivory white, ceramics, by W. Płażewski, Włocławek, Poland, 1950s.
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This ceramic vase from the Włocławek Faience Factory, designed by Wit Płażewski in 1958, exemplifies postwar Polish modernism rooted in mid-century aesthetics. Its compact, rounded silhouette is defined by a wide mouth and substantial, evenly formed walls. The base color is a warm, creamy off-white, providing a neutral backdrop for the hand-painted underglaze decorations—dynamic, organic motifs in cobalt, turquoise, and black, softly blending into lighter sky-blue hues. The patterns evoke stylized feathers or peacock eyes, rendered with sweeping, expressive brushstrokes that lend a sense of movement and spontaneity. The glossy, smooth surface reflects light evenly, enhancing the depth and vibrancy of the colors. Inside, a light beige glaze maintains a clean, uniform finish, while the factory mark on the underside confirms its Włocławek origin. The vase is preserved in very good condition, with no visible damage or signs of previous restoration.The form of this vase carries the story of the 1950s—a time when Polish craftsmanship was forging its own path between tradition and modernity. This is an object that speaks with the voice of its era: the freedom of gesture and an innate sense of rhythm. Blue lines flow across the white ground, each splash of color hinting at hidden symbolism in everyday life, while the lustrous glaze accentuates a feeling of motion and depth. The vase seems to whisper of abstraction and the courage to experiment, so characteristic of postwar artistic innovation.The vase can be paired with a simple wooden console or a low mid-century modern table to highlight its organic motifs and distinctive silhouette. It is well suited to a bright, minimalist living room, surrounded by geometric textiles or other ceramics from the 195
DIMENSION
Height10.5 cm
Depth7.5 cm
Width12.5 cm
Dimension details
Width12.5 cm
Height10.5 cm
Depth7.5 cm
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