Vase, Włocławek, multicolor, 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, features a rounded, gently tapering cylindrical body with a small, circular opening at the top. The broad, stable base anchors the form, which is finished in a warm, creamy glaze with a glossy surface. Hand-painted, underglaze abstract motifs in deep cobalt blue, muted brown, and black sweep across the surface—fluid, organic lines and stylized leaf or flame shapes evoke the mid-century modern spirit and the distinct character of 1950s Polish applied arts. The glaze is notably smooth and even, with no visible cracks, chips, or wear, attesting to the vase’s very good state of preservation.This vase carries the narrative of postwar Poland, where the optimism of modernism met artisanal tradition. Its form and decoration suggest an emphasis on the painterly gesture and spontaneous composition rather than strict symmetry. It is an object that speaks of a desire to introduce color and freedom into everyday life—inviting a pause to appreciate the fleeting movement of cobalt lines on a pale background.In an interior, the vase could be placed on a low, light wood sideboard or a mid-century veneered table—its decorative motifs coming to the fore amid simple forms and natural materials. It might be combined with neutral-toned ceramics, period glassware, or minimalist textiles to highlight its mid-century character. Collectors’ interiors, eclectic spaces, or rooms inspired by Polish 1950s design would provide a natural context for this piece.Dimensions: height 15.5 cm, width 10 cm, depth 10.5 cm. Material: hand-painted underglaze faience with a smooth, glossy finish
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Height15.5 cm
Width10.5 cm
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Width10.5 cm
Height15.5 cm
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