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Is West German pottery worth anything?

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Is West German pottery worth anything?
Yes, 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 ExpertOctober 30, 2024
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1970s Bay Keramik Abstract Ceramic Vase, West Germany, Model 600/15
By Bay Keramik, West German Pottery
Located in Valencia, VC
A distinctive West German ceramic vase by Bay Keramik, dating from the 1970s, model 600/15. The vessel features a compact, flattened, ovoid silhouette, finished in a richly layered ...
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vases

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Earthenware, Clay, Ceramic

Bodo Mans “Valencia” Ceramic Vase for Bay Keramik, West Germany, 1960s
By West German Pottery, Bodo Mans, Bay Keramik
Located in Valencia, VC
A distinctive West German ceramic vase designed by Bodo Mans for Bay Keramik, featuring the celebrated “Valencia” décor, produced in West Germany during the 1960s. The vase has a sc...
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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vases

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Ceramic, Clay, Earthenware

Mid-Century Ceramic Jug Vase by Ceramano, Blue Glaze, West Germany
By Ceramano, West German Pottery
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...
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vases

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Ceramic, Clay, Earthenware

1960s Scheurich Kosmos 263-31 Sculptural Cobalt Blue Relief Vase, West Germany
By West German Pottery, Scheurich Keramik
Located in Valencia, VC
Large and heavy vintage ceramic vase by Scheurich Keramik, West Germany, model 263-31, dating from the 1960s. The vase has a tall, architectural rectangular form with softly rounded...
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Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vases

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Ceramic, Clay, Earthenware

Jasba Aztec Exotica Set of 3 Vases, West German Pottery 1960s
By West German Pottery, Jasba Keramik, Jasba
Located in Clifton Springs, NY
The set of 3 vintage Jasba Keramik vases from the 'Aztec' and 'Mexiko' or 'Maya Tiki' lines of their Exotica series features relief decor, influenced by ancient Pre-Columbian civilizations. The sculptural vases in the set interpret traditional vessel forms like a pitcher in a contemporary vein while referencing Pre-Columbian art with an eclectic twist. The vases are decorated with tone-on-tone ochre brown matte glazes on the outer surfaces and semi-matte black glazes on inner surfaces, allowing the complex reliefs to dominate the composition. The vases feature a central wide band of brutalist, rhythmically spaced mythic animals, derived from archaeology or from a wide range of Folk Art sources. The handles are interpreted not as functional parts of the design, but as an important aesthetic feature that was commonly used by West German pottery designers and artists in context of Krug Vase (Jug Vase, or Handled Vase) for their expressive possibilities. In this set, the small handles on two Aztec vases...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Majolica, Pottery

Vintage West German Ceramic Floor Lamp, Red, Double Lighting, 1970s
By West German Pottery
Located in London, England
Discover this elegant ceramic floor lamp, an iconic piece of West Germany in the 1970s. Its vintage design and vibrant red color bring a touch of warmth and character to any interior...
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Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

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Enamel

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