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Creator: West German Pottery
Vintage West German Large Ceramic Handled Vase by Ruscha, 1950s
By West German Pottery, Ruscha
Located in Valencia, VC
This ceramic vase, designed by renowned artist Kurt Tschörner for Ruscha, exemplifies the bold and innovative approach characteristic of mid-century West German art pottery. Handmade...
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1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage West German Pottery Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Large Grey and Blue Stripes Stoneware Art Pottery Vase, Germany, 1960s
By West German Pottery
Located in Antwerp, BE
Large stoneware glazed decorative vase. Midcentury era design featuring hand drawn strips of blue colored glaze, Germany, 1960s. Perfect condition. Measures: Height 40 cm.
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage West German Pottery Vases
Materials
Stoneware
XL Ceramic Vase by Bodo Mans for Bay, West Germany 1960s
By Bay Keramik, Bodo Mans, West German Pottery
Located in Valencia, VC
Beautiful extra large West German pottery floor vase created by house designer Bodo Mans featuring the very rare ¨Pharaon Decor¨ in a green forest hue glaze. Hand-produced in West G...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage West German Pottery Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Two Orange Fat Lava Vases 'Scheurich 239-41 Lava-Trail Decor
By Scheurich Keramik, West German Pottery
Located in Verviers, BE
Fat lava vase, vintage Scheurich W-Germany 239-41, dates from 1968, with a satin gloss glaze in 'tango' orange.
With impressed number on base. 239-41, W-Germany.
High relief trai...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern West German Pottery Vases
Materials
Ceramic
1963 Modernist Blue and Gray Ceramic German Vase by Carstens Tonnieshof
By Carstens Tönnieshof, West German Pottery
Located in Aci Castello, IT
A blue and gray ceramic big vase designed and manufactured in Germany by Carstens Tonnieshof, it's in perfect condition and marked on the bottom. This Vase by Carstens Tönnieshof fea...
Category
Mid-20th Century Italian Modern West German Pottery Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Wabi Sabi Style West Germany Art Pottery Pair of Vases Signed Strehla, 1950s
By Strehla, West German Pottery
Located in Valencia, VC
A beautiful pair of Wabi Sabi style Mid-Century Modern ceramic spherical vases by Strehla. Handmade in Germany circa the 1950s.
The larger of the two measures 16 cm (6.29 in) in he...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern West German Pottery Vases
Materials
Ceramic, Earthenware, Pottery
West Germany Set of Two red Ceramic Vases designed by AKRU KERAMIK
By AKRU Ceramic, West German Pottery
Located in Antwerp, BE
Set of two red ceramic brutalist vases designed with sgraffito decor geometric lines designed by Akru Keramik, Germany. Both vases in good condition.
AKRU KERAMIK was founded in 194...
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1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage West German Pottery Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Pair of Mid-Century Modernist West German Vases by Scheurich Keramik, circa 1970
By Scheurich Keramik, West German Pottery
Located in Camblanes et Meynac, FR
Pair of Mid-Century Modernist West German vases by Scheurich Keramik, circa 1970
Beautiful and silky green and amber color with embossed relief pattern or motif. Classic 1970s Western Germany design.
On the last two pictures you can see other West German pieces...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern West German Pottery Vases
Materials
Enamel
Jasba Color-block Vase, West German Pottery 1960s
By Jasba, West German Pottery
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Mid Century Modern ceramic vase features an abstract graphic decor enveloping the whole body of the vase with color blocked bands of green and orange divided by off-white and dark gr...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern West German Pottery Vases
Materials
Ceramic, Majolica, Pottery
Fat Lava West German Dümler & Breiden Vintage Ceramic Jug Vase, 1960s
By West German Pottery, Dümler & Breiden
Located in Valencia, VC
An outstandingly beautiful West Germany art pottery ceramic jug by Dümler & Breiden. It features the highly sought after Domino decor in brown, orange, and blue colors. Hand-produce...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage West German Pottery Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Charming Large West Germany Flowered Fat Lava Vase
By West German Pottery
Located in Voorburg, NL
Unique West Germany Fat Lava Vase, hand painted. The vase and the glaze are in perfect condition and rare in this version. Very characteris...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern West German Pottery Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Jasba Keramik Set of 2 Lava Vases, West German Pottery 1960s
By West German Pottery, Jasba
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Set of 2 vintage vases features bright lava glaze in white, accentuated with pink, orange, mint green, and yellow overlays over dark espresso brown background glaze. The rims are ac...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern West German Pottery Vases
Materials
Ceramic, Majolica, Pottery
Vintage West Germany Sgraffito Décor Large Ceramic Vase by Spara, 1950s
By West German Pottery, Spara
Located in Valencia, VC
A very fifties ceramic West German vase by Spara. Sgraffito hand-decorated in beautiful shades. African tribal pottery inspired - a main trend during the Mid-Century period. Hand-pro...
Category
1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage West German Pottery Vases
Materials
Ceramic, Earthenware
Large Floor Vase Signed Model W-Germany, 1960s
By West German Pottery
Located in Verviers, BE
Large Vase Hohr W-Germany, 1960s
Satin finish ('half gloss') W-Germany, 1960s.
Stamped on base. W-Germany.
Measures: 46 x 23 cm 3.5 kg
The piece is in excellent condition and a r...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern West German Pottery Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Tigris Cat Vase By Anneleise Beckh For Schmider, West Germany 1950’s
By West German Pottery
Located in Rothley, Leicestershire
Striking black and yellow Tigris cat vase designed by Anneleise Beckh for West German company Schmider Keramik
Inscrutable expression on this strong design pi...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern West German Pottery Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Mid-Century Modernist West Germany Vase signed Scheurich Keramik, circa 1970
By Scheurich Keramik, West German Pottery
Located in Camblanes et Meynac, FR
Mid-Century Modernist West Germany vase signed Scheurich Keramik, circa 1970
Beautiful and silky brown vase. Classic 1970s Western Germany design.
On the last two pictures you can see other West German pieces...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern West German Pottery Vases
Materials
Enamel
Mid-20th Century West Germany Studio Pottery Pitcher Vase
By West German Pottery
Located in Miami, FL
A very collectable mid-century West Germany Studio Pottery Vase. This vintage handled vase features stunning mid-century details and subtle earth tone ...
Category
20th Century German Mid-Century Modern West German Pottery Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Vintage West Germany ceramic vase
By West German Pottery
Located in AIGNAN, FR
Large ceramic vase produced by West Germany in the 1960s.
With its modern shape and its mineral, natural and sober color, this ceramic does not lack character and elegance.
Vintage ...
Category
Mid-20th Century German West German Pottery Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Mid Century West German Ceramic Pitcher by Heinz Hommerich for Übelacker, 1960s
By West German Pottery, Ü Keramik
Located in Valencia, VC
This striking Fat Lava pitcher, designed by Heinz Hommerich for Übelacker or Ü Kermik, embodies the bold and organic aesthetic of mid-century West Ger...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern West German Pottery Vases
Materials
Ceramic
West German Fat Lava Decor Pair of Ceramic Jugs by Marei, 1960s
By West German Pottery, Marei Keramik
Located in Valencia, VC
Vintage Mid-Century Fat Lava ceramic jugs by Marei Keramiks, handmade in West Germany circa the 1960s.
The distinctive Fat Lava style, characterized by its thick, textured glazes an...
Category
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage West German Pottery Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Large Vintage West Germany Art Pottery Schlossberg Ceramic Jug, 1970s
By West German Pottery
Located in Valencia, VC
This Schlossberg jug vase, form 279-35, is a notable example of West German ceramics from the 1970s. These pieces were characterized by their bold shapes, vibrant colors, and express...
Category
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage West German Pottery Vases
Materials
Ceramic
"Staufen" Vase by Liesel Spornhauer for Schlossberg Ceramic, Germany 1950's
By West German Pottery
Located in Oud-Turnhout, VAN
Vintage Midcentury Modern Design XL "Staufen" Vase by Liesel Spornhauer for Schlossberg Keramik. Made in Germany, 1950's / 60's period. Marked on the bottom: Foreign, 248 / 38. Matt ...
Category
1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage West German Pottery Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Vase Sheurich Keramik West Germany en céramique rouge noire bleue Allemagne 1970
By Scheurich Keramik, West German Pottery
Located in London, England
Vase Sheurich Keramik de très grande taille, avec un fond noir aux motifs ethniques rouges sang avec le col intérieur de couleurs bleu nuit.
Le rouge est très vif.
En bon état aucun ...
Category
1970s German International Style Vintage West German Pottery Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Floor Large Vase 'Scheurich, Model 517-21 W-Germany, 1960s
By West German Pottery, Scheurich Keramik
Located in Verviers, BE
Large Vase 'Scheurich, Model 517-30 W-Germany, 1960s
Satin finish ('half gloss') W-Germany, 1960s.
Stamped on base. 517-21 W-Germany.
Measures: 44 x 21 cm 4 kg
The piece is in exc...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern West German Pottery Vases
Materials
Ceramic
West German Scheurich Fat Lava Red Daisies Decor Pair of Ceramic Vases, 1960s
By Scheurich Keramik, West German Pottery
Located in Valencia, VC
This cheerful beyond cool set of ceramic vases, designed by Oswald Kleudgen for Sheurich Keramik, showcases the iconic Fat Lava decor with the vibrant Red Daisies motif. Hand-produce...
Category
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage West German Pottery Vases
Materials
Ceramic, Earthenware
West German Scheurich Keramik Fat Lava Ceramic Vases / Jars, Set of Three
By West German Pottery, Scheurich Keramik
Located in Barcelona, ES
Colorful set of three West German fat lava brown and orange glazed ceramic vases. Germany 1960s.
The giant sized one is a West German Pottery fat lava glazed ceramic vase manufactured by Scheurich. Marked on underside: W.German 408-40. .
These vases are amazing placed together. They have eye-catching colors in orange, shades of red, orange and brown.
The smaller fat lava West Germany...
Category
20th Century German Mid-Century Modern West German Pottery Vases
Materials
Lava
Colorful Mid-Century Modernist from West Germany Vase, circa 1970
By Scheurich Keramik, West German Pottery
Located in Camblanes et Meynac, FR
Colorful Mid-Century Modernist from West Germany vase, circa 1970
The enamel is very bright, the red contrasts with the blue stripes giving a lot of character to this piece. The neckline of the vase is worked with a slightly golden and shiny enamel.
On the last two pictures you can see other West German pieces...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern West German Pottery Vases
Materials
Enamel
'Amsterdam' Floor Vase 'Scheurich, Red Model 285-40' W-Germany, 1960s
By Scheurich Keramik, West German Pottery
Located in Verviers, BE
'Amsterdam' floor vase 'Scheurich, Red Model 283-45 W-Germany, 1960s
Blue satin finish ('half gloss') W-Germany, 1960s.
with impressed design 'Amsterdam', inspired by the central ca...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern West German Pottery Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Large Ceramic Floor Vase Yellow and Black by West Germany, circa 1960
By West German Pottery
Located in Neuilly-en- sancerre, FR
West Germany pottery.
Large ceramic floor vase by West Germany.
Original ceramic glazes colors.
Signed under the base.
Original eprfect condition.
Measures: height 50 ...
Category
20th Century German Mid-Century Modern West German Pottery Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Floor Vase 'Scheurich, Model 553-38' W-Germany, 1960s
By West German Pottery, Scheurich Keramik
Located in Verviers, BE
Floor Vase 'Scheurich, Model 553-38' W-Germany, 1960s
Satin finish ('half gloss') W-Germany, 1960s.
Stamped on base. (hard to verify under the glaze) 553...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern West German Pottery Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Vintage Mid Century Fat Lava West German Art Pottery Jasba Ceramic Vase, 1950s
By West German Pottery, Jasba
Located in Valencia, VC
This Jasba Ceramics piece, hand-produced in West Germany circa the 1950s, features a distinctive aquamarine color shade complemented by the timeless classical cracked Cortina décor glaze. The unique aquamarine hue and cracked glaze finish create a striking visual effect, highlighting the skilled craftsmanship of mid-century ceramic artistry.
Jasba Ceramics is renowned for its high-quality, hand-crafted pieces, and this item is no exception. The combination of the unusual color and the intricate cracked glaze technique makes it a standout addition to any collection of vintage ceramics...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern West German Pottery Vases
Materials
Ceramic, Earthenware
Vintage Bay Keramik ceramic vase, West Germany
By West German Pottery
Located in AIGNAN, FR
Ceramic vase produced by Bay Keramik, West Germany, in the 1960s.
With its shape and modern pattern, this ceramic does not lack character and elegance.
Vintage decorative object for...
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Mid-20th Century German West German Pottery Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Smal Vase Cobalt Bleu 'Scheurich, Model 242-22 W-Germany, 1960s
By Scheurich Keramik, West German Pottery
Located in Verviers, BE
Smal Vase Cobalt Bleu 'Scheurich, Model 242-22 W-Germany, 1960s
Satin finish ('half gloss') W-Germany, 1960s.
Stamped on base. (hard to verify under the glaze) 242-22 W-Germany.
Mea...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern West German Pottery Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Set of 2 Dümler & Breiden Lava Vases, West German Pottery
By West German Pottery, Dümler & Breiden
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
Set of 2 Mid Century Modern vases feature textured lava glaze in mocha and off-white colors on espresso brown background color; the handles, bases, and rims are accentuated with gol...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern West German Pottery Vases
Materials
Ceramic, Porcelain
Vase 'Scheurich, Label Model 517-30 W-Germany, 1960s
By West German Pottery, Scheurich Keramik
Located in Verviers, BE
Vase 'Scheurich, Label Model 517-30 W-Germany, 1960s
Satin finish ('half gloss') W-Germany, 1960s.
Stamped on base. 517-30 W-Germany.
Measures: 30 x 13 cm 1 kg
The piece is in exc...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern West German Pottery Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Vase West Germany en céramique Orange et Vert Allemagne 1970 Vintage
By West German Pottery
Located in London, England
Ce vase vintage en céramique, fabriqué en Allemagne de l'Ouest dans les années 1970, est une pièce emblématique du design de cette époque. Avec sa hauteur de 26 cm, il attire l'atten...
Category
20th Century German Mid-Century Modern West German Pottery Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Ceramic Mid-Century West Germany Handle Vase, Glossy Speckled Enamel, 1960s
By West German Pottery
Located in Camblanes et Meynac, FR
Ceramic mid-century West Germany handle vase - Glossy speckled enamel - 1960s
This piece is characteristic of the West-Germany pottery of the 60s: color, glazed and shape. The enamel is very brillant and luminous.
On the last two pictures you can see other West German pieces...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern West German Pottery Vases
Materials
Enamel
West Germany Vase Oberhessische Keramik Walter Becht KG 170/24
By West German Pottery
Located in Poperinge, BE
Rare West Germany vase with marbled effect, designed by Walter Becht KG for Oberhessische Keramik, marked WB 170/24 at the bottom.
Walter Becht vases are not very common and therefo...
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Mid-20th Century German West German Pottery Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Vintage Bay Keramik ceramic vase, West Germany
By West German Pottery
Located in AIGNAN, FR
Ceramic vase produced by Bay Keramik, West Germany, in the 1960s.
With its shape and modern pattern, this ceramic does not lack character and elegance.
Vintage decorative object for...
Category
Mid-20th Century German West German Pottery Vases
Materials
Ceramic
'Amsterdam' Floor Vase 'Scheurich, Blue Model 285-40' W-Germany, 1960s
By West German Pottery, Scheurich Keramik
Located in Verviers, BE
'Amsterdam' floor vase 'Scheurich, Blue Model 285-40' W-Germany, 1960s
Blue satin finish ('half gloss') W-Germany, 1960s.
with impressed design 'Amsterdam', inspired by the centr...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern West German Pottery Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Sculptural Swirling Modernist Cream, Grey, Brown Ceramic Vase, 1970s
By West German Pottery
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Exceptional Mid-Century Modern ceramic vase with a big swirl on both sides. Manufactured in West Germany in the 1970s. Cream, grey and brown glaze accentuated the swirling shape and ...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern West German Pottery Vases
Materials
Ceramic
West German Carstens Tonnieshof White Glaze Ceramic Vintage Vase, 1960s
By West German Pottery, Carstens Tönnieshof
Located in Valencia, VC
Vintage West Germany art pottery cylinder shaped ceramic vase by Carstens Tonnieshof. It features a beautiful white glazed decor.
Handmade in Germany circa the 1960s.
Marked wit...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage West German Pottery Vases
Materials
Ceramic
West German Large Handled Vase by Scheurich Keramik, 1950s
By Heinz Siery, Scheurich Keramik, West German Pottery
Located in Valencia, VC
A truly elegant and timeless piece of West Germany art pottery. This vintage Mid-Century Modern handled vase is a remarkable find, designed by the creative director of the house at t...
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1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage West German Pottery Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Scheurich Vase Red Brown Tan 203-18 West Germany
By West German Pottery
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Fat lava art vases Producer: Scheurich, Germany Decade: 1970s The original vintage vase was produced in the 1970s in Germany. It is made of ceramic pottery in fat lava optic. Super r...
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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage West German Pottery Vases
Materials
Pottery
Vintage Steuler 'Stamp' Pitcher Fat Lava Hand Decorated Glaze, W-Germany, 1960s
By Steuler, West German Pottery
Located in Verviers, BE
A classic 60s Steuler (Stamp) design. Of fat lava handled vase, pitcher in the classic sixties decor; with a rough glaze of dark earth-colour over the Cobalt
W-Germany.
Hand deco...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage West German Pottery Vases
Materials
Ceramic
West German Ceramic Vase
By West German Pottery
Located in Byron Bay, NSW
West German glazed ceramic vase in red and black 1960s.
Water jar by West German stamped on the bottom.
Category
1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage West German Pottery Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Vintage, Pitcher Fat Lava Hand Decorated Glaze, W-Germany, 1960s Signed
By West German Pottery
Located in Verviers, BE
A classic 60s design. Of fat lava handled vase, pitcher in the classic sixties decor; with a rough glaze of dark earth-colour over the yellow and black.
W-Germany.
Hand decorated...
Category
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage West German Pottery Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Rare Orange Ball Vase West Germany Pottery Wekara 1850-18
By West German Pottery
Located in Poperinge, BE
Rare convex vase by Wekara Keramik, West Germany pottery from the 1960s, beautiful design with abstract floral design made of orange and brown ceramic in relief, numbered 1850-18 at ...
Category
Mid-20th Century German West German Pottery Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Vintage "Scheurich Keramik" Ceramic Vase, impressed "W.Germany", 1960's
By West German Pottery
Located in Beirut, LB
This vintage West Germany ceramic vase,from mid-20th century, features a classic, bulbous shape with a narrow neck and slightly flared rim. It has an earthy, speckled matte glaze in ...
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Mid-20th Century German Other West German Pottery Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Tall Glazed Pottery Vase, West Germany, 1960s
By West German Pottery
Located in PARIS, FR
Tall Glazed Pottery Vase, West Germany, 1960s. The vase features a tall body with a slight shoulder and a round mouth. Its decoration consists of horizontal bands in varying colors a...
Category
Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern West German Pottery Vases
Materials
Faience, Pottery
West German Pottery vases for sale on 1stDibs.
West German Pottery vases are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of ceramic and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of West German Pottery vases, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original vases by West German Pottery were created in the mid-century modern style in europe during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider vases by Wilhelm Wagenfeld, Roth Keramik, and Bodo Mans. Prices for West German Pottery vases can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $166 and can go as high as $1,486, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $368.
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Questions About West German Pottery Vases
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024To identify West German pottery, look on the bottom or interior for markings. Many pieces will have markings with the words "West Germany.” Others may instead or also have markings with the maker's name. By researching the maker's mark, you can determine whether the manufacturer was a West German company. Well-known West German pottery manufacturers include Scheurich, ES Keramik, Ceramano and Ruscha. Some pottery also has an item or piece number on it; this can be used to learn more about your piece's age, style or line name and other characteristics. If you can't find any markings on your piece, you may wish to have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer help you with identifying it. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of West German pottery.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024The markings on West German pottery vary. Nearly all pieces will include the words "West Germany," indicating the place of origin. Some also feature a piece or style number and/or a company logo or marking. You can compare the markings on your pottery to images posted on trusted online resources to identify pieces. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of West German pottery.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024A number of brands are West German pottery. Among them are Scheurich, Bay, Carstens, Otto, Ceramano and Dumler and Breiden. Basically, any pottery company that operated in western Germany between 1949 and 1990 can be categorized as West German. On 1stDibs, explore an assortment of pottery from some of the world's top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 30, 2024Yes, some West German pottery is worth something. Fat Lava-style pieces are particularly popular among some collectors, and there is often a demand for pottery produced by specific West German makers, such as Scheurich, ES Keramik, Ceramano and Ruscha. Generally, the age, style, type and condition will influence how much a particular piece may be worth. To get an estimated value for a particular item, consult a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of West German pottery.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024What the numbers mean on West German pottery varies. In some cases, the numbers represent the date of production. More often, the numbers represent the piece number — indicating what order it was produced in — or the style of the pottery. On 1stDibs, explore a range of West German pottery.
- How can you tell German pottery?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024To tell German pottery, look on the bottom or inside for a maker's marking. Using trusted online resources, you can then research the marking and identify both the maker and the country in which it operates or operated. Some well-known makers of German pottery include Villeroy & Boch, Meissen, Dresdner Porzellan, Königliche Porzellan Manufaktur, Rosenthal, Fuerstenberg, Nymphenburg, Wallendorfer, Scheurich and ES Keramik. Explore a large collection of German pottery on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024To identify German pottery, look over the base or interior for the maker's markings. Many pieces will bear some type of stamp, sticker or other marking, which you can research using trusted online resources to learn who made them. From there, you can read about the maker to determine if the company or artisan is German. Some well-known German makers include Hutschenreuther, Meissen, Arzberg, Fürstenberg, Nymphenburg, Gmundner Keramik, Royal Porcelain Manufacture Berlin, Kahla and Königliche Porzellan-Manufaktur. If you can't find any maker's markings, consider having a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer help you. Find a wide variety of German pottery on 1stDibs.
- What is German pottery called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024What German pottery is called depends on its style. Pieces with embossed surfaces and thick, chunky glaze produced in West Germany are nicknamed "Fat Lava." Hard-paste porcelain produced in Germany is sometimes referred to as Meissen or Dresden porcelain, depending on its manufacturer. Early 20th-century pieces that show off naturalistic motifs inspired by the Art Nouveau movement may be called Jugendstil pottery. Shop a large collection of German pottery on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2024Yes, some West German vases may be worth something. Fat Lava vases, so named for their thick, chunky glaze, are particularly sought-after among collectors and may be valuable. In general, the style, age, condition, rarity and other factors influence the potential value of a West German piece. To determine how much your vase may be worth, you can review selling prices for similar pieces using trusted online resources or consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. Find a collection of West German vases on 1stDibs.