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How do you identify West German pottery?
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To 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 ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
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Mid-Century West Germany Blue Ceramic Handled Vase by Ceramano, Signed, c. 1960s
By West German Pottery, Ceramano
Located in Valencia, VC
Ultra Modern Mid-Century Large Ceramic Jug Vase by Ceramano, c. 1960s, West Germany
A striking and rare large ceramic handled jug vase by cult German ceramics workshop Ceramano, han...
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic, Clay, Earthenware
$443 Sale Price
43% Off
West German Scheurich Keramik Fat Lava Ceramic Vases / Jars, Set of Three
By Scheurich Keramik, West German Pottery
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 Vases
Materials
Lava
Midcentury West Germany Pottery ¨Domino Décor ¨ Jug by Dümler & Breiden, 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...
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
$239 Sale Price
42% Off
Midcentury Ceramic Plate by Ruscha, Van Gogh Style Flowers Decor, Germany 1950s
By Vincent van Gogh, Ruscha, West German Pottery
Located in Valencia, VC
Large West Germany Ruscha Art Pottery Plate, 1950s
A stunning vintage ceramic plate by Ruscha, West Germany, handcrafted circa the 1950s. This exceptional piece features a relief-gl...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic, Earthenware, Majolica
$388 Sale Price
28% Off
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 Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Mid-Century West German Ankara Decor Ceramic Vases by Carstens Tonnieshöf, 1960s
By Carstens Tönnieshof, West German Pottery
Located in Valencia, VC
A beautiful and rare pair of Mid-Century Modern ceramic vases by Carstens Tönnieshof, designed by Helmut Scholtis. These pieces feature the highly sought-after Ankara décor in cyan b...
Category
Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Garniture
Materials
Ceramic, Earthenware, Clay
