How do you identify German pottery?

To 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?

What 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.

How can you tell German pottery?

To 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.

What brands are West German pottery?

A 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.

How do you identify West German pottery?

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.

What are the markings on West German pottery?

The 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.

What do the numbers mean on West German pottery?

What 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.

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.

What is blue and white pottery called?

Blue and white china is also referred to as blue and white pottery or blue and white porcelain. Chinese export porcelain has long been a part of trade between East Asia and the West, and it is rooted in the days of the Silk Road. Blue patterns are painted over the white pottery, and the porcelain is decorated under a glaze with cobalt oxide, which gives it a blue color. Find a collection of antique and vintage blue and white pottery on 1stDibs today.

How old is blue and white pottery?

How old blue and white pottery is depends on its type. Asian blue and white pottery may date back all the way to the 14th century or be much newer. Delftware pottery came into production during the 16th century. Shop a large selection of blue and white pottery on 1stDibs.

What is blue and white Chinese pottery called?

Blue and white Chinese pottery is called Qinghua, and is amongst China’s most famous china. It is characterized by its underglaze ceramic finish, decorated with ornate cobalt blue pigment. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic Qinghua porcelain from some of the world’s top sellers.

German White Pottery

Large Pottery Floor Vases

Designs West Pottery

Jopeko Pottery

Modern White Clay Vase

Scheurich Keramik Floor Vase

German Vase Red Black

Fat Lava Vase Red

Large West German Vase

18th-century Wedgwood Creamware Soup Plate with German Ship Decoration.

$1,800

H 1 in Dm 9.5 in

18th-century Wedgwood Creamware Soup Plate with German Ship Decoration.

By Josiah Wedgwood

Located in Downingtown, PA

"The Enigmatic Standard": Wedgwood Creamware Soup Plate with Ship & Eagle, 1775-90 A handsome Wedgwood Queen's Ware (creamware) soup plate modeled in the "Royal" shape, dating to th...

Category

Antique 1780s English Georgian Pottery

Materials

Creamware, Pottery

Mid-Century Modern White Ceramic Head Sculpture by West German Pottery

$235Sale Price|20% Off

H 11.82 in W 5.52 in D 7.49 in

Mid-Century Modern White Ceramic Head Sculpture by West German Pottery

By West German Pottery

Located in Den Haag, NL

Very nice White Ceramic Head . Manufactured and signed by West Germany Pottery in the 1960s .

Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Busts

Materials

Ceramic

West Germany White Ceramic Mannequin Head 1970s Germany

$296

H 12.6 in W 5.91 in D 8.67 in

West Germany White Ceramic Mannequin Head 1970s Germany

By West German Pottery

Located in Den Haag, NL

White Ceramic Bust .Manufactured by West Germany pottery . ideal headphone rest .or Cap 1970s . signed

Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Busts

Materials

Ceramic

Mid-Century White Glazed Vase by Bay Keramik, West Germany, 1950s

$646

H 11.82 in Dm 7.88 in

Mid-Century White Glazed Vase by Bay Keramik, West Germany, 1950s

By West German Pottery, Bay Keramik

Located in Valencia, VC

Mid-Century Bay Keramik White Glazed Vase, West Germany, 1950s Mid-Century Modern ceramic vase by Bay Keramik, produced in West Germany, circa 1950s.

Category

Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Earthenware, Clay, Ceramic

Mid-Century White Glazed West Germany Large Ceramic Vases by Scheurich, 1950s

$799Sale Price / set|20% Off

H 15.75 in Dm 7.09 in

Mid-Century White Glazed West Germany Large Ceramic Vases by Scheurich, 1950s

By West German Pottery, Scheurich Keramik

Located in Valencia, VC

Pair of Mid-Century Modernist White Glazed Ceramic Vases by Scheurich, West Germany – “Inka” Decor A stunning pair of mid-century modern ceramic vases by renowned West German manufa...

Category

Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Clay, Earthenware

German White Porcelain Ceramic Vase, Germany

$375

H 11 in W 5 in D 4 in

German White Porcelain Ceramic Vase, Germany

By Thomas

Located in New York, NY

A beautiful German white porcelain ceramic pottery vase with fluted design, circa mid-20th century, Germany.

Category

Mid-20th Century German Modern Porcelain

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery, Porcelain

Sculptural Off-White and Gold Ceramic Urn Table Lamp, West Germany Pottery

$690

H 28 in Dm 6 in

Sculptural Off-White and Gold Ceramic Urn Table Lamp, West Germany Pottery

Located in Clifton Springs, NY

West German pottery urn or baluster shaped table lamp with abstract geometric pattern is decorated with finely textured off-white glaze.

Category

Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Gold

SET of 2 SCHEURICH West German Pottery White Ceramic Heads 1970s one:opalescent!

$800 / set

H 12.21 in Dm 5.52 in

SET of 2 SCHEURICH West German Pottery White Ceramic Heads 1970s one:opalescent!

By Ceramano, Scheurich & Carstens

Located in Landshut, BY

2 SPACE AGE HEADS ---------------------------------------------- measurements: red one : 30 cms high ~ 21x14 cms at widest points . ~ dm base 14 cms ~ weight 1,6kg opalescent one :...

Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Busts

Materials

Pottery

2 x Small Pottery Table Lamp, Hand, Black / White, 1980s, by Aro Germany

$328 / set

H 7.09 in W 4.72 in D 3.94 in

2 x Small Pottery Table Lamp, Hand, Black / White, 1980s, by Aro Germany

By Hillebrand

Located in Berlin, BE

2 x Original 1980s small ceramic table lamps by ARO, Germany Also looks great with another big bulb in White or Silver. Height: with bulb: 18 cm / 7.09 inch Bulb E27 is included (...

Category

Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Pottery

Rare Tube Pottery Fat Lava Vase "Black-orange-white" by Jopeko, Germany, 1970s

$459

H 9.85 in Dm 3.15 in

Rare Tube Pottery Fat Lava Vase "Black-orange-white" by Jopeko, Germany, 1970s

By Jopeko Keramik

Located in Kirchlengern, DE

It is made of ceramic pottery in fat lava optic. Super rare in this coloration. the main color is a white tone, with a heavy glaze fat lava spot in the middle with black and orange t...

Category

Late 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Pottery Super White Color Fat Lava Multi-Color Vase Scheurich Germany WGP, 1970

$459

H 10.24 in Dm 4.73 in

Pottery Super White Color Fat Lava Multi-Color Vase Scheurich Germany WGP, 1970

By Scheurich Keramik

Located in Kirchlengern, DE

It is made of ceramic pottery in fat lava optic with abstract illustration in very strong colorations of white and black glaze tones.

Category

Late 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Art Deco German Pottery Bowl from Carstens Uffrecht Keramik, 1930s

$2,931

H 2.36 in W 13.39 in D 10.24 in

Art Deco German Pottery Bowl from Carstens Uffrecht Keramik, 1930s

Located in Hamburg, DE

Art Deco German Pottery Bowl from Carstens Uffrecht Keramik, 1930s, in Very Good conditions. Designed 1920 to 1949 This piece has an attribution mark. Additional information: Materi...

Category

20th Century German Art Deco Decorative Bowls

Materials

Ceramic

Set of Two Pottery Fat Lava Cubic Vases "Black-White" by Jopeko, Germany, 1970s

$706 / set

H 6.3 in W 5.52 in D 1.97 in

Set of Two Pottery Fat Lava Cubic Vases "Black-White" by Jopeko, Germany, 1970s

By Jopeko Keramik

Located in Kirchlengern, DE

This set contains two vases from the same model design series, in a super rare coloration black and white rock glaze. The bottom are all marked with the vase series number and W.Germ...

Category

Late 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Set of Two Pottery Fat Lava Cubic Vases "Black-White" by Jopeko, Germany, 1970s

$647 / set

H 7.29 in W 3.15 in D 3.15 in

Set of Two Pottery Fat Lava Cubic Vases "Black-White" by Jopeko, Germany, 1970s

By Jopeko Keramik

Located in Kirchlengern, DE

This set contains two vases from the same model series, in a super rare coloration black and white rock glaze. The bottom are all marked with the vase series number and W.Germany.

Category

Late 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Set of Two Pottery Fat Lava Vases "Black-red-white" by Jopeko, Germany, 1970s

$647 / set

H 9.85 in Dm 3.15 in

Set of Two Pottery Fat Lava Vases "Black-red-white" by Jopeko, Germany, 1970s

By Jopeko Keramik

Located in Kirchlengern, DE

Article: Set of two fat lava art vases Producer: Jopeko Ceramics, Germany Decade: 1970s These original vintage vases was produced in the 1970s in Ge...

Category

Late 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Set of Two Pottery Fat Lava Vases "Black-red-white" by Jopeko, Germany, 1970s

$823 / set

H 9.85 in Dm 3.15 in

Set of Two Pottery Fat Lava Vases "Black-red-white" by Jopeko, Germany, 1970s

By Jopeko Keramik

Located in Kirchlengern, DE

Article: Set of two fat lava art vases Producer: Jopeko Ceramics, Germany Decade: 1970s These original vintage vases was produced in the 1970s in Ge...

Category

Late 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Set of Two Pottery Fat Lava Vases "Crusty Brown-White" by Jopeko, Germany, 1970s

$529 / set

H 9.45 in Dm 3.35 in

Set of Two Pottery Fat Lava Vases "Crusty Brown-White" by Jopeko, Germany, 1970s

By Jopeko Keramik

Located in Kirchlengern, DE

Article: Set of two fat lava art vases Producer: Jopeko Ceramics, Germany Decade: 1970s These original vintage vases was produced in the 1970s in Ge...

Category

Late 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Set of 2 White Floral Fat Lava Op Art Pottery Vase Made Bay Ceramics, Germany

$576 / set

H 8.27 in Dm 3.94 in

Set of 2 White Floral Fat Lava Op Art Pottery Vase Made Bay Ceramics, Germany

By Bay Keramik

Located in Kirchlengern, DE

Article: Pottery ceramic vase set of 2 Producer: BAY Ceramic, Germany Decade: 1970s Description: Set of 2 original vintage 1970s pottery ceramic vase mad...

Category

Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Set of 4 Red-White Fat Lava Op Art Pottery Vases by Bay Ceramics, Germany

$576

H 9.85 in Dm 3.94 in

Set of 4 Red-White Fat Lava Op Art Pottery Vases by Bay Ceramics, Germany

By Bay Keramik

Located in Kirchlengern, DE

Article: Pottery ceramic vase set of 2 Producer: BAY Ceramic, Germany Decade: 1970s Description: Set of 4 original vintage 1960s pottery ceramic vase mad...

Category

Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Red Fat Lava Design Vase Bay Keramik West Germany Pottery 67-30

$155Sale Price|20% Off

H 11.82 in Dm 6.3 in

Red Fat Lava Design Vase Bay Keramik West Germany Pottery 67-30

By Bay Keramik

Located in Poperinge, BE

Beautiful vintage fat lava design vase, red, black and white glazed West Germany pottery, by Bay Keramik, 60s-70s, numbered 67-30 at the bottom.

Category

Vintage 1960s German Vases

Materials

Ceramic

White Vintage European 'Coral' Pottery Candelabra, Candlestick Stand or Holder

$3,293

H 12.21 in Dm 11.82 in

White Vintage European 'Coral' Pottery Candelabra, Candlestick Stand or Holder

Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern

Wonderful large, heavy vintage, stunning and whimsical five arm Candelabra or candle stand / holder in the form of white coral. Lovely textured detailing - natural organic form. Perf...

Category

Late 20th Century German Candelabras

Materials

Clay, Pottery

red white Ceramic Brutalist Vase Fat Lava Carstens Tönnieshof, Germany, 1970s

$529

H 10.24 in W 7.49 in D 7.09 in

red white Ceramic Brutalist Vase Fat Lava Carstens Tönnieshof, Germany, 1970s

By Carstens Tönnieshof

Located in Kirchlengern, DE

Article: ceramic pottery vase. Origin: Germany. Producer: Carstens Tönnieshof, Germany. Decade: 1970s. This original vintage pottery object was designed and produced by C...

Category

Late 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery, Stoneware

Midcentury Ceramic and Brass Table Lamp by Carstens Tönnieshof, 1960s

$893Sale Price|20% Off

H 25.99 in Dm 14.18 in

Midcentury Ceramic and Brass Table Lamp by Carstens Tönnieshof, 1960s

By Carstens Tönnieshof, West German Pottery

Located in Valencia, VC

Ceramic Table Lamp with Carstens Tönnieshof Base, Brass Detail, and Wicker Shade A refined table lamp composed of high-quality vintage elements, newly assembled with attention to de...

Category

Vintage 1960s Spanish Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Rare white zig zag Fat Lava Ceramic Vases by ILKRA Ceramics, Germany 1970s

$353

H 10.24 in Dm 6.5 in

Rare white zig zag Fat Lava Ceramic Vases by ILKRA Ceramics, Germany 1970s

By Ilkra Edel Keramik 1

Located in Kirchlengern, DE

Article: Pottery ceramic vase Producer: ILKRA Ceramics, Germany Decade: 1970s Original vintage 1970s pottery ceramic vase made in Germany. High quality German production...

Category

Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery, Stoneware

1950s Vintage Mid-Century Black, White & Taupe Striped Round Studio Pottery Vase

$411

H 6.23 in Dm 6.5 in

1950s Vintage Mid-Century Black, White & Taupe Striped Round Studio Pottery Vase

Located in Landau an der Isar, Bayern

Beautiful petite vintage midcentury modern European vessel or vase by an unknown studio pottery maker with a black, white and taupe coloured pattern of stripes. Beautiful, elegant a...

Category

Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Clay

Large 39cm Pottery Fat Lava "white-rings" Floor Vase Made by Scheurich, 1970s

$706

H 15.36 in Dm 7.29 in

Large 39cm Pottery Fat Lava "white-rings" Floor Vase Made by Scheurich, 1970s

By Scheurich Keramik

Located in Kirchlengern, DE

It is made of ceramic pottery in fat lava optic with abstract illustration in very strong colorations of brown and white glaze tones.

Category

Late 20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Large 1960s Studio Midcentury White Blue Bottle Vase

$320Sale Price|50% Off

H 9.65 in Dm 8.08 in

Large 1960s Studio Midcentury White Blue Bottle Vase

Located in Copenhagen, DK

Vintage shiny glazed Midcentury Modern bottle vase with a big belly and a large white handle on one side. Thick snow white and clear blue running glaze with caramel beige accents. Sm...

Category

Mid-20th Century German Scandinavian Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery, Stoneware

Mid-Century Modern AK Kaiser Textured White Bisque Ceramic Vase

$225

H 9 in W 3.375 in D 3.375 in

Mid-Century Modern AK Kaiser Textured White Bisque Ceramic Vase

By AK Kaiser

Located in New York, NY

Stunning AK Kaiser bisque vase with varied abstract pattern . In great condition, no marks or cracks. Pairs beautifully with our Royal Haeger abstract vase in Blush, see additional p...

Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery

Recent Sales

Czech Cubist Julius Dressler Art Pottery Black and White Ceramic Bowl, 1910

Unavailable

H 4.88 in Dm 10.88 in

Czech Cubist Julius Dressler Art Pottery Black and White Ceramic Bowl, 1910

By Julius Dressler

Located in New York, NY

Julius Dressler Biela (1888-1945) Czech Republic. Bowl 1910. Black and white glazed earthenware with three ball feet . Marks: JDB, 7764 (underglaze). Measures: H: ...

Category

Early 20th Century German Jugendstil Decorative Bowls

Materials

Earthenware

German Mid-Century Modern White Porcelain Vase by West German Kaiser, 1960s

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H 11.42 in W 3.55 in D 3.55 in

German Mid-Century Modern White Porcelain Vase by West German Kaiser, 1960s

By West German Pottery

Located in MIlano, IT

German Mid-Century Modern white porcelain vase by West German Kaiser, 1960s White porcelain vase with an irregular surface decorated with shells by West German Kaiser. 1960s ...

Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Porcelain

Materials

Porcelain

West German Pottery Vase in Brown + White Tones

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H 10 in W 7 in D 3.5 in

West German Pottery Vase in Brown + White Tones

Located in New York City, NY

Unique Shaped West German Pottery Vase with vertical lines + white and brown glazing.

Category

20th Century German More Furniture and Collectibles

Materials

Ceramic

Large White Floor Vase Amsterdam by Scheurich Pottery, Germany 1960s

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H 21.26 in Dm 7.88 in

Large White Floor Vase Amsterdam by Scheurich Pottery, Germany 1960s

By Scheurich Keramik

Located in Niederdorfelden, Hessen

Large white onion patterned floor vase Amsterdam by Scheurich Pottery, Germany, 1960s.

Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

1970s Large German Fat Lava Violet Green & White Pottery Ceramic Jug Vase

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H 19.69 in W 11.03 in D 9.85 in

1970s Large German Fat Lava Violet Green & White Pottery Ceramic Jug Vase

Located in London, England

1970s Large German "Fat Lava" violet, green and white decorative pottery jug or vase.

Category

Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Pottery

Vintage Set Table Lamps from W Germany Pottery, 1960s

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H 11.03 in W 5.91 in D 5.91 in

Vintage Set Table Lamps from W Germany Pottery, 1960s

Located in Oirlo, LI

Vintage set table lamps from W Germany Pottery, 1960s Beautiful white ceramic table lamps from the brand W.Germany.

Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic, Glass

1970s German Keramik Style Pale Blue Glazed Squares & White Border Vase or Jar

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H 11.03 in Dm 5.52 in

1970s German Keramik Style Pale Blue Glazed Squares & White Border Vase or Jar

By Bay Keramik

Located in London, England

1970s West German Keramik style vase or jar with pale blue glazed squares and white border. Unsigned on the base which has made it difficult to identify the designer or manufacturer....

Category

Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery

Pair of Orange Volcanic Glaze Art Pottery Vases as Table Lamps

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H 11.03 in Dm 6.3 in

Pair of Orange Volcanic Glaze Art Pottery Vases as Table Lamps

Located in London, GB

A pair of midcentury art pottery vases with volcanic glaze and orange drip glaze of spherical form, now converted as table lamps. Please note: Lampshades not included. Currentl...

Category

Mid-20th Century German Table Lamps

Materials

Pottery

Antique German Meissen Continental Porcelain Parrot Bird Green Gilt 19th Century

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H 5.5 in W 4 in D 4 in

Antique German Meissen Continental Porcelain Parrot Bird Green Gilt 19th Century

By Meissen Porcelain

Located in Dublin, Ireland

Very Stylish German Meissen Glazed Porcelain Parrot of exceptional quality, last quarter of the Nineteenth Century. Naturalistically modelled and perched on a tree stump above a roc...

Category

Antique 19th Century German Late Victorian Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain, Pottery

Antique Delft Blue and White Wine Jug

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H 11.25 in W 5.5 in D 7 in

Antique Delft Blue and White Wine Jug

Located in Katonah, NY

A mid-18th century Frankfurt Delft jug. Decorated all around with chinoiserie garden scenes. Geometric designs incorporating broad flat strokes of dashes and leaves decorate the hand...

Category

Antique Early 18th Century German Rococo Delft and Faience

Materials

Delft, Pottery

Set of Five White Bavarian Vases

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H 11 in W 4 in D 4 in

Set of Five White Bavarian Vases

Located in South Salem, NY

Set of five white Bavarian vases, Circa 20th century. Please note of wear consistent with age and use.

Category

Early 20th Century German Vases

Materials

Pottery

Early contemporary Hand made, hand glazed SAILBOATS Vase Red, Blue White,

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H 19.5 in W 10 in D 10 in

Early contemporary Hand made, hand glazed SAILBOATS Vase Red, Blue White,

Located in South Burlington, VT

Designer's Source Stunning early contemporary hand made and hand glazed Mid-Century Modern sailing boats vase. This is a large-scale master work ceramic hand made and hand glazed mo...

Category

Mid-20th Century German Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery

Two Blue and White Vintage German Sugar Bowls

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H 3.75 in W 5.13 in D 3.75 in

Two Blue and White Vintage German Sugar Bowls

Located in Sheffield, MA

The two different blue and white vintage sugar bowls are stamped "Germany" on their bottoms. Measures of 2nd canister: D 3.25", W 4.25", H 3.25".

Category

20th Century German Pottery

Materials

Pottery

West Germany, Vase Black and White

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H 14.97 in Dm 6.3 in

West Germany, Vase Black and White

By Scheurich & Greulich Keramik

Located in Antwerp, BE

An abstract black and white lined ceramic vase with accents of yellow and red designed. West Germany, 1960s.

Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Pottery

Materials

Ceramic

Antique Blue and White Canister Labeled Zucker

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H 7.5 in Dm 4.88 in

Antique Blue and White Canister Labeled Zucker

Located in Sheffield, MA

The antique German lidded flow blue pottery canister has blue flowers and leaves on a white background.

Category

Early 20th Century German Pottery

Materials

Pottery

White West-Germany Ceramic Planter, 1960s

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H 28.75 in Dm 11.82 in

White West-Germany Ceramic Planter, 1960s

By West German Pottery

Located in Vlimmeren, BE

This white ceramic planter is marked West-Germany. It can be dated in the 1960s. It is a decorative piece with an abstract organic design. This ceramic planter is in good vintage c...

Category

Vintage 1960s German Organic Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Set of Antique / Vintage Art Deco Ceramic Kitchen Jars 1920-1930 Esterwalda

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H 0.04 in Dm 8.08 in

Set of Antique / Vintage Art Deco Ceramic Kitchen Jars 1920-1930 Esterwalda

Located in Amsterdam, Noord Holland

Art Deco kitchen jars, 1920s, Germany or Holland. Measures: Spritz decor H. 10.5 en 21.5 cm.

Category

Early 20th Century German Art Deco Pottery

Materials

Earthenware

Mod Women Black and White 60s Portret West German Clothes Hangers

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H 13.78 in W 13.78 in D 1.97 in

Mod Women Black and White 60s Portret West German Clothes Hangers

By West German Pottery

Located in Antwerp, BE

Vintage West German clothes hangers by Ges. Gesch. 1970s. Molded white plastic with groovy black printed portraits of six women. Dimensions: 36W x 36H x .5D cm.

Category

Vintage 1960s German Beaux Arts Decorative Art

Materials

Plastic

West Germany Silberdistel Large White Cracked Glazing Ceramic Signed Vase 1960s

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H 13.78 in Dm 7.88 in

West Germany Silberdistel Large White Cracked Glazing Ceramic Signed Vase 1960s

By West German Pottery, Silberdistel

Located in Valencia, VC

Mid Century Modern vintage West Germany white cracked matte glazing Silberdistel ceramic vase. It features a classic design line of the late 1950s and early 1960s. It is signed and n...

Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

German White Matte Porcelain Pottery Vase by Rosenthal

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H 9.25 in W 5.5 in D 2.25 in

German White Matte Porcelain Pottery Vase by Rosenthal

By Rosenthal

Located in New York, NY

A white matte porcelain ceramic pottery vase by Rosenthal Studio-Line Collection, Germany.

Category

Late 20th Century German Organic Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery, Porcelain

Large White 'Amsterdam' Floor Vase 'Scheurich, Model 285-55' W-Germany, 1960s

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H 21.65 in Dm 7.87 in

Large White 'Amsterdam' Floor Vase 'Scheurich, Model 285-55' W-Germany, 1960s

By West German Pottery, Scheurich Keramik

Located in Verviers, BE

Scheurich floor vase, in white satin finish ('half gloss') W-Germany , 1960s. with impressed design 'Amsterdam', inspired by the central canal systems of the Dutch capital as reflec...

Category

Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Hedwig Bollhagen German Art Deco Studio Pottery Black & White Glazed Vase

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H 5.12 in Dm 4.34 in

Hedwig Bollhagen German Art Deco Studio Pottery Black & White Glazed Vase

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

Stylish, probably Art Deco, German studio pottery vase decorated in black and white patterned glazes by Hedwig Bollhagen (German, 1907-2001).

Category

Vintage 1940s European Art Deco Vases

Materials

Pottery, Terracotta

Glazed Pottery Vase in White and Gray Craquelé

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H 10.24 in W 5.52 in D 5.52 in

Glazed Pottery Vase in White and Gray Craquelé

Located in Tilburg, NL

Glazed pottery vase in white and gray Craquelé, Germany, 1960s.

Category

Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery

Rare Black and White Pottery Vase by Thomas (Rosenthal), Model Papageno

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H 11.81 in Dm 4.72 in

Rare Black and White Pottery Vase by Thomas (Rosenthal), Model Papageno

By Thomas Porcelain

Located in Berlin, BE

Vase with filigree bird motifs and fish mouth opening. Front and back show a bit different motifs. Manufacturer: Thomas Germany (Rosenthal). Design: Raymond Loewy. Black matte finis...

Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Pottery

White Porcelain Vase Rosenthal Studio-Line

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H 7 in W 5.5 in D 2.25 in

White Porcelain Vase Rosenthal Studio-Line

By Rosenthal

Located in New York, NY

A beautiful German designer oval white matte porcelain ceramic pottery vase by Rosenthal 'Studio-Line', Germany, circa late-20th century.

Category

Late 20th Century German Minimalist Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery, Porcelain

Blue and White Floral Bough Pot

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H 4 in W 7 in D 4.25 in

Blue and White Floral Bough Pot

By Villeroy & Boch

Located in New York, NY

Blue and white floral bough pot. Antique Belgian/German hard paste tulipiere of scalloped bowed form with blue and white banding with floral sprays with pale rose and yellow. Blue un...

Category

Early 20th Century German Planters, Cachepots and Jardinières

Materials

Pottery

Delft Blue and White Lobed Bowl, circa 1680

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H 2.25 in Dm 12 in

Delft Blue and White Lobed Bowl, circa 1680

Located in Kinderhook, NY

Frankfurt "Buckelplatte" delft dish or shallow bowl of lobed octagonal form having hand painted underglaze blue chinoiserie decoration after Chinese Wanli / Kangxi designs, the cente...

Category

Antique Late 17th Century German Chinoiserie Delft and Faience

Materials

Pottery

Small White Porcelain Tapio Wirkkala for Rosenthal Paper Bag Sculpture Vase

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H 4 in W 3.13 in D 2.25 in

Small White Porcelain Tapio Wirkkala for Rosenthal Paper Bag Sculpture Vase

By Tapio Wirkkala

Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA

Small Porcelain paper Bag Sculpture/Vase designed by Tapio Wirkkala for Rosenthal. No chips, cracks or repairs.

Category

Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic, Porcelain, Pottery

Fine Antique Cherubs Putti Blue Porcelain Bowl, 15 inches diameter

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H 7.5 in W 15 in D 15 in

Fine Antique Cherubs Putti Blue Porcelain Bowl, 15 inches diameter

Located in South Burlington, VT

Eight hand glazed cherubs gently cling to the edge of this marvelous large hand made antique bowl. This is a very nice antique German cherubs blue porcelain potpourri planter bowl ...

Category

Early 20th Century German Art Nouveau Planters and Jardinieres

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery

Collection of Black and White Mid Century Pottery

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H 11 in Dm 6 in

Collection of Black and White Mid Century Pottery

Located in Bridgehampton, NY

Collection of mid century black and white pottery, part of a new shipment of vintage German, Italian and American ceramic and glass objects.

Category

20th Century German Pottery

West German Pottery White Vase with Geometric Design

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H 12 in

West German Pottery White Vase with Geometric Design

Located in Washington, DC

White pottery vase with geometric design marked West Germany

Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Pottery

Rosenthal Style Square White Glazed Pottery German Lamp, circa 1960

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H 28.5 in W 18 in D 13 in

Rosenthal Style Square White Glazed Pottery German Lamp, circa 1960

Located in Houston, TX

This unusual square shaped glazed pottery German lamp, circa 1960 has four sections of horizontal bands that embody a modern Mid-Century look.

Category

Vintage 1960s German Minimalist Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Table Lamps white pottery Horse Heads in the shape of Chess Figures

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H 28.75 in

Pair of Table Lamps white pottery Horse Heads in the shape of Chess Figures

Located in Hamburg, DE

Pair of white pottery horse heads in the shape of chess figures mounted as lamps. In the Base written "Schach Olympiade 1936 height of figures 40 cm height in total 73 cm

Category

Vintage 1930s German Table Lamps

Materials

Pottery

Collection of Black and White Pottery

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H 10 in Dm 3.5 in

Collection of Black and White Pottery

Located in Bridgehampton, NY

Just a sampling from our collection of black and white pottery collected from all-over the world and from many different time periods, although most are Mid-Century Modern.

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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Vases

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German White Pottery For Sale on 1stDibs

With a vast inventory of beautiful furniture at 1stDibs, we’ve got just the piece of German white pottery you’re looking for. Frequently made of ceramic, pottery and earthenware, every item from our selection of German white pottery was constructed with great care. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect choice in our collection of German white pottery — we have versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. When you’re browsing for the right object in our assortment of German white pottery, those designed in Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco and Art Nouveau styles are of considerable interest. You’ll likely find more than one option in this array of German white pottery that is appealing in its simplicity, but Rosenthal, Josiah Wedgwood and Scheurich Keramik produced versions that are worth a look.

How Much is a German White Pottery?

The average selling price for a piece of German white pottery at 1stDibs is $682, while they’re typically $95 on the low end and $3,548 for the highest priced.

Questions About German White Pottery

How do you identify German pottery?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
To 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?
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1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024
What 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.
How can you tell German pottery?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 24, 2024
To 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.
What brands are West German pottery?
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1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
A 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.
How do you identify West German pottery?
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1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
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.
What are the markings on West German pottery?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 16, 2024
The 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.
What do the numbers mean on West German pottery?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2024
What 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.
Is West German pottery worth anything?
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1stDibs ExpertOctober 30, 2024
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.
What is blue and white pottery called?
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1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
Blue and white china is also referred to as blue and white pottery or blue and white porcelain. Chinese export porcelain has long been a part of trade between East Asia and the West, and it is rooted in the days of the Silk Road. Blue patterns are painted over the white pottery, and the porcelain is decorated under a glaze with cobalt oxide, which gives it a blue color. Find a collection of antique and vintage blue and white pottery on 1stDibs today.
How old is blue and white pottery?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
How old blue and white pottery is depends on its type. Asian blue and white pottery may date back all the way to the 14th century or be much newer. Delftware pottery came into production during the 16th century. Shop a large selection of blue and white pottery on 1stDibs.
What is blue and white Chinese pottery called?
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1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Blue and white Chinese pottery is called Qinghua, and is amongst China’s most famous china. It is characterized by its underglaze ceramic finish, decorated with ornate cobalt blue pigment. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic Qinghua porcelain from some of the world’s top sellers.