This tall ceramic vase from West Germany, produced in the 1960s, stands out with its elongated, monumental form and a single, robust handle arching from the neck to the shoulder. Measuring 54 cm in height and 24 cm in width, the vase is finished with a vivid, glossy glaze in deep red and orange tones, featuring organic, flowing transitions and horizontal bands of black. The surface is smooth and glassy, with proportions that echo the bold aesthetic of mid-century modern design, blending classical vessel inspiration with the modernist spirit of postwar German ceramics. The large 13 cm opening allows for versatile floral arrangements or for the vase to be displayed as a sculptural statement piece. Condition: original, with minor scratches and subtle signs of use consistent with its vintage age; no visible damage.The surface of this vase evokes the glow of molten lava—its interplay of red and orange deepened by a lustrous glaze that captures and reflects the light in ever-changing highlights. The vase is silent, yet it speaks the language of its era: the 1960s, when German ceramics embraced experimentation with color, texture, and monumental forms. The handle, assured and architectural, recalls classical jugs but here it takes on a distinctly modernist boldness. It does not clamor for attention; it simply commands it.This vase could be paired with simple teak furnishings or mid-century veneered sideboards, where its intense color will stand out against neutral backgrounds. It makes a
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Height54 cm
Length24 cm
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Length24 cm
Height54 cm
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