Vase Kongo, anthracite multicolor stoneware, by B. Mans, Germany, 1960s.
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The Kongo vase, designed by Bodo Mans for Bay Keramik in Germany during the 1960s, is a striking example of mid-century modern design. Its tall, slender, slightly conical form features a flared rim and narrow neck, crafted from stoneware with a deep, matte anthracite surface. The decorative motif consists of a rhythmic sequence of oval medallions, each outlined in white and filled with abstract, painterly strokes in pastel shades of yellow, lavender, turquoise, and blue, with occasional black accents. These ovals are connected by thin, hand-drawn wavy lines in gold or beige, introducing a subtle sense of movement. The interplay between the matte background and the glossy, glazed medallions highlights the texture and visual rhythm of the piece. The vase is signed with an impressed mark and retains the original label on the base. It is preserved in very good condition, showing only minor, age-appropriate signs of gentle use.
The form of the Kongo vase speaks in the voice of an era marked by bold experiments with color and texture. Its anthracite surface, punctuated by pastel, painterly medallions, recalls the modernist fascination with geometry and dynamic line. The spirit of the 1960s is evident here: creative freedom, the pursuit of harmony between craftsmanship and applied art, and a certain lightness—as if the object itself were narrating a story about everyday life unafraid of bold combinations and subtle nuances.
The vase can be displayed on a dark wood sideboard or among light, geometric forms, where its color palette and decorative rhythm will gain new depth. It works well as
DIMENSION
Height26 cm
Width8 cm
Length6 cm
Dimension details
Length6 cm
Height26 cm
Width8 cm
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