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West German Fluted Ceramic Lamps
West German Fluted Ceramic Lamps

West German Fluted Ceramic Lamps

Located in New York, NY

Pair of West German heavily glazed ceramic lamps with a fluted/scalloped body and ebonized wood

Category

20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic, Wood

West German Glazed Spherical Lamps
West German Glazed Spherical Lamps

West German Glazed Spherical Lamps

Located in New York, NY

Mid-Century pair of West German froth glazed pottery lamps in tones of rust, brown and white

Category

20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

West German Abstract Relief Lamps
West German Abstract Relief Lamps

West German Abstract Relief Lamps

Located in New York, NY

Amazing pair of West German mottled green and brown glazed porcelain lamps with hints of blue

Category

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

Materials

Brass

West German Seafoam Glazed Porcelain Lamps
West German Seafoam Glazed Porcelain Lamps

West German Seafoam Glazed Porcelain Lamps

Located in New York, NY

Modernist pair of dimpled porcelain lamps with a green/blue seafoam glaze. Rewired for use in the USA with brown silk cords. Each lamp uses 100W max bulbs.

Category

20th Century German Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Table Lamp in Ceramic Brown color France 1970 Signed
Table Lamp in Ceramic Brown color France 1970 Signed

Table Lamp in Ceramic Brown color France 1970 Signed

By West German Pottery

Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR

shades are not Furnished Signed West Germany USA PLUG ADAPTATOR WILL BE FURNISHED FOR FREE TO THE US

Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

1960s West German Ceramic Horse Lamp
1960s West German Ceramic Horse Lamp

1960s West German Ceramic Horse Lamp

Located in Tarrytown, NY

1960s West German ceramic lamp with 2 horses. Wood base. Wood finial. Marked West Germany on base

Category

Vintage 1960s Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of Midcentury West German Ceramic Lamps
Pair of Midcentury West German Ceramic Lamps

Pair of Midcentury West German Ceramic Lamps

Located in New York, NY

Pair of midcentury ceramic table lamps with a textured volcano glaze finish. The lamps have been Newly rewired with adjustable polish brass double clusters that take standard Size l...

Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Brass Floor Lamp by Fischer Leuchten, West Germany 1970s
Brass Floor Lamp by Fischer Leuchten, West Germany 1970s

Brass Floor Lamp by Fischer Leuchten, West Germany 1970s

By Fischer Leuchten

Located in Beograd, RS

shade directs light in perfect direction, creating great atmosphere in the space. Made in West Germany

Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass

West-Germany Fat Lava Pendant Lamp, 1960's
West-Germany Fat Lava Pendant Lamp, 1960's

West-Germany Fat Lava Pendant Lamp, 1960's

Located in Lisboa, PT

This pendant lamp was designed and produced in West-Germany, during the 1960's. It is made of

Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Ceramic

Fat Lava Green and Brown Ceramic Table Lamp, West-Germany, 1970
Fat Lava Green and Brown Ceramic Table Lamp, West-Germany, 1970

Fat Lava Green and Brown Ceramic Table Lamp, West-Germany, 1970

Located in Rijssen, NL

'Fat Lava' style ceramic table lamp with green and brown glaze. Manufactured in West-Germany in the

Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Exeptional XL Fat Lava Green and Ivory Ceramic Lamp, West-Germany
Exeptional XL Fat Lava Green and Ivory Ceramic Lamp, West-Germany

Exeptional XL Fat Lava Green and Ivory Ceramic Lamp, West-Germany

Located in Rijssen, NL

'Fat Lava' style ceramic table lamp with green and ivort glaze. Manufactured in West-Germany in the

Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Ceramic, Silk

Green West Germany Ceramic Table Lamp with Glass Shade
Green West Germany Ceramic Table Lamp with Glass Shade

Green West Germany Ceramic Table Lamp with Glass Shade

Located in ROTTERDAM, ZH

A green west germany vase and table lamp with a glass shade. The shade lies loose on the vase. The

Category

Vintage 1970s European Space Age Table Lamps

Materials

Glass, Ceramic, Opaline Glass

Fat Lava Brown and Red Glazed Ceramic Table Lamp, West-Germany
Fat Lava Brown and Red Glazed Ceramic Table Lamp, West-Germany

Fat Lava Brown and Red Glazed Ceramic Table Lamp, West-Germany

Located in Rijssen, NL

Ceramic table lamp with brown with red and orange glaze. Manufactured in West-Germany in the 1970's

Category

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

Materials

Ceramic, Pottery, Fabric, Silk

Green and Yellow Scheurich West Germany Ceramic Vase, 1970s
Green and Yellow Scheurich West Germany Ceramic Vase, 1970s

Green and Yellow Scheurich West Germany Ceramic Vase, 1970s

Located in ROTTERDAM, ZH

Classic Scheurich W. Germany ceramic vase with green, yellow and beige lacquer. The lamp is signed

Category

20th Century Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Glazed Ceramic Table Lamp by Carstens Tönnieshof, West Germany, c. 1950
Glazed Ceramic Table Lamp by Carstens Tönnieshof, West Germany, c. 1950

Glazed Ceramic Table Lamp by Carstens Tönnieshof, West Germany, c. 1950

By Carstens Tönnieshof

Located in New York, NY

Striking deep green and pale yellow table lamp, created by Carstens Tönnieshof. Newly rewired with a 3 way dimmer and an 8 ft black twisted-silk cord. - Materials: Glazed Ceramic...

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Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Glazed Ceramic Table Lamp by Fridegart Glatzle, West Germany, c. 1950
Glazed Ceramic Table Lamp by Fridegart Glatzle, West Germany, c. 1950

Glazed Ceramic Table Lamp by Fridegart Glatzle, West Germany, c. 1950

By Fridegart Glatzle

Located in New York, NY

Deep blue/green ceramic table lamp. This lamp was converted from a vase, without disrupting the vase itself. No holes were drilled, and the cord runs from the lamp's neck. 8 ft long...

Category

Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Very Large Brown Futuristic Ceramic Floor Lamp 1970s, West Germany, 2 Globed
Very Large Brown Futuristic Ceramic Floor Lamp 1970s, West Germany, 2 Globed

Very Large Brown Futuristic Ceramic Floor Lamp 1970s, West Germany, 2 Globed

By RZB Leuchten

Located in Andernach, DE

unique Western German Fat Lava glaze. 2-sided mirroring lamp with marbled, amber coloured frosted glass

Category

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

Materials

Ceramic, Art Glass

Purple West Germany Ceramic Flying Saucer Pendant Lamp, 1970s
Purple West Germany Ceramic Flying Saucer Pendant Lamp, 1970s

Purple West Germany Ceramic Flying Saucer Pendant Lamp, 1970s

Located in ROTTERDAM, ZH

Big purple west germany ceramic UFO-like pendant lamp. The light escapes nicely through the round

Category

20th Century Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

Fat Lava Orange and Brown Ceramic Wall Light, West-Germany
Fat Lava Orange and Brown Ceramic Wall Light, West-Germany

Fat Lava Orange and Brown Ceramic Wall Light, West-Germany

Located in Rijssen, NL

'Fat Lava' style ceramic wall light with orange glaze. Manufactured in West-Germany in the 1970's

Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Ceramic

Fat Lava Brown and Red Ceramic Wall Light, West-Germany
Fat Lava Brown and Red Ceramic Wall Light, West-Germany

Fat Lava Brown and Red Ceramic Wall Light, West-Germany

Located in Rijssen, NL

some parts, like lava. A typical way to finish ceramic in mid-century West-Germany, Europe. Please

Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Ceramic

Mid Century Modern Triennial Floor Lamp With Textured Glass Shades West Germany
Mid Century Modern Triennial Floor Lamp With Textured Glass Shades West Germany

Mid Century Modern Triennial Floor Lamp With Textured Glass Shades West Germany

Located in Port Jervis, NY

Spectacular and rare to find. Triennial floor lamp with tri colored shades red yellow and white in a textured glass. Brass rods that support and contain the wiring to the lamps. Stee...

Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Floor Lamps

Materials

Brass, Steel

Fat Lava Brown and Red Ceramic Geometric Wall Light, West-Germany
Fat Lava Brown and Red Ceramic Geometric Wall Light, West-Germany

Fat Lava Brown and Red Ceramic Geometric Wall Light, West-Germany

Located in Rijssen, NL

'Fat Lava' style ceramic square wall light with bright red glaze. Manufactured in West-Germany in

Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Ceramic

Very Large West German Fat Lava Pottery Twin Bulb Floor Lamp 1970s
Very Large West German Fat Lava Pottery Twin Bulb Floor Lamp 1970s

Very Large West German Fat Lava Pottery Twin Bulb Floor Lamp 1970s

Located in Stow on the Wold, GB

Good quality floor lamp, dating from the 1970s, with ceramic base and original lampshade, very nicely printed with tree decoration. This lamp has twin bulbs, one is housed in the ...

Category

Mid-20th Century Floor Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

1 of the 4 Fat Lava Red Ceramic Wall Lights, West-Germany
1 of the 4 Fat Lava Red Ceramic Wall Lights, West-Germany

1 of the 4 Fat Lava Red Ceramic Wall Lights, West-Germany

Located in Rijssen, NL

'Fat Lava' style ceramic wall light with red glaze. Manufactured in West-Germany in the 1970's

Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Wall Lights and Sconces

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of West German Lamps
Pair of West German Lamps

Pair of West German Lamps

Located in New York, NY

Rare pair of West German pottery lamps with a beautiful finish and glaze. Located in LV2, 113

Category

20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Pottery

Isis West Germany Table Lamp
Isis West Germany Table Lamp

Isis West Germany Table Lamp

Located in Madrid, ES

An Isis table lamp produced in West Germany early 1950s. Extensible arm, enameled green metal. Max

Category

Vintage 1950s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Overscaled West German Art Pottery Lamp
Overscaled West German Art Pottery Lamp

Overscaled West German Art Pottery Lamp

Located in New York, NY

Overscaled West German Ceramic Art Pottery Lamp

Category

Vintage 1960s German Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Stunning 50's West German Chandelier
Stunning 50's West German Chandelier

Stunning 50's West German Chandelier

Located in North Miami, FL

Thirty-six hand-blown glass balls make up this unique and utterly charming West German Chandelier

Category

Vintage 1950s German Chandeliers and Pendants

West German Hand Painted Ceramic Lamp, 1960s
West German Hand Painted Ceramic Lamp, 1960s

West German Hand Painted Ceramic Lamp, 1960s

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vintage 1960s West-German pottery lamp. Newly wired and fitted with a custom linen shade. Total

Category

Vintage 1960s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Pair of West German Pottery Lamps for Raymor
Pair of West German Pottery Lamps for Raymor

Pair of West German Pottery Lamps for Raymor

By Raymor

Located in New York, NY

Handsome pair of West German pottery lamps imported by Raymor. Beautifully glazed. Please contact

Category

20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Red Table Lamp No. 53-25 by Bay Keramik West Germany 1960s, Shade Included
Red Table Lamp No. 53-25 by Bay Keramik West Germany 1960s, Shade Included

Red Table Lamp No. 53-25 by Bay Keramik West Germany 1960s, Shade Included

By Bay Keramik

Located in Brondby, Copenhagen

Red Table Lamp, No. 53-25 by Bay Keramik, West Germany (presumed) in the 1960s - beautiful glazed

Category

Vintage 1960s German Table Lamps

Materials

Textile, Ceramic

German Train Lantern Table Lamp
German Train Lantern Table Lamp

German Train Lantern Table Lamp

Located in Culver City, CA

lamp. Available as a single or in pairs. Jefferson West Antiques has over 300 various antique lighting

Category

Vintage 1940s German Table Lamps

Materials

Steel

Pr Goebel Table Lamps
Pr Goebel Table Lamps

Pr Goebel Table Lamps

Located in Culver City, CA

", along with an underglazed mark in blue, "GOEBEL W. Germany". Jefferson West antiques has a large

Category

20th Century German Table Lamps

Materials

Cord

Unique Elk Deer and Horn Table Lamp
Unique Elk Deer and Horn Table Lamp

Unique Elk Deer and Horn Table Lamp

Located in Culver City, CA

A unique table lamp made from Deer and Elk horn mounted on a turned wood base. Jefferson West

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Vintage 1930s German Table Lamps

Unique Elk Horn Table Lamp
Unique Elk Horn Table Lamp

Unique Elk Horn Table Lamp

Located in Culver City, CA

Elk horn lamp mounted on a turned wood base from northern Europe circa 1930's. Jefferson West

Category

Vintage 1930s German Table Lamps

Train Lantern as a Table Lamp
Train Lantern as a Table Lamp

Train Lantern as a Table Lamp

Located in Culver City, CA

your project. Jefferson West Antiques offer a large variety of lighting elements, furniture and one of

Category

20th Century German Table Lamps

Materials

Iron

Deer Horn Chandelier
Deer Horn Chandelier

Deer Horn Chandelier

Located in Culver City, CA

Made from real deer horn, this lighting fixture is thought to be German and from the circa 1920's

Category

Early 20th Century German Chandeliers and Pendants

Deer Horn three light Chandelier
Deer Horn three light Chandelier

Deer Horn three light Chandelier

Located in Culver City, CA

down lights will provide the needed lighting for your favorite setting. Jefferson West Antiques offer a

Category

Vintage 1930s German Chandeliers and Pendants

Deer Horn Chandelier
Deer Horn Chandelier

Deer Horn Chandelier

Located in Culver City, CA

elements. Altogether a very good fixture. Jefferson West Antiques offer a large variety of lighting and

Category

Vintage 1930s German Chandeliers and Pendants

Deer Horn Hanging Light Fixture
Deer Horn Hanging Light Fixture

Deer Horn Hanging Light Fixture

Located in Culver City, CA

Good fixture for that cabin or lodge. Jeffeson West Antiques offer a variety of chandeliers, table

Category

Vintage 1930s German Chandeliers and Pendants

Large Circular Horn Chandelier
Large Circular Horn Chandelier

Large Circular Horn Chandelier

Located in Culver City, CA

This is a nice size horn lighting fixture that would look great in a lodge, cabin or other setting

Category

Early 20th Century German Chandeliers and Pendants

Pair  Antler  Hanging Lights
Pair  Antler  Hanging Lights

Pair Antler Hanging Lights

Located in Culver City, CA

. Jefferson West Antiques offer a large variety of antique lighting, furniture and decorative accessories in

Category

Early 20th Century German Chandeliers and Pendants

Deer Horn Chandelier
Deer Horn Chandelier

Deer Horn Chandelier

Located in Culver City, CA

. Just made for that lodge or cabin setting. Jefferson West Antiques offer a large variety of lighting

Category

Early 20th Century German Chandeliers and Pendants

Very Large Deer Horn Chandelier with Pheasant
Very Large Deer Horn Chandelier with Pheasant

Very Large Deer Horn Chandelier with Pheasant

Located in Culver City, CA

go to make up the body of the fixture which extends to over 6 ft. in width. Jefferson West Antiques

Category

Vintage 1930s German Chandeliers and Pendants

Deer Horn Chandelier
Deer Horn Chandelier

Deer Horn Chandelier

Located in Culver City, CA

settings. Jefferson West Antiques offer a large variety of antique lighting fixtures along with furniture

Category

Early 20th Century German Chandeliers and Pendants

1970's Art Glass Chandelier
1970's Art Glass Chandelier

1970's Art Glass Chandelier

Located in Culver City, CA

West Antiques offer a large variety of lighting and other antiques. Visit our 10,000 s/f Culver City

Category

Vintage 1970s German Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass, Metal

Franz West Floor Lamp, 1989
Franz West Floor Lamp, 1989

Franz West Floor Lamp, 1989

By Franz West

Located in Berlin, DE

Private II lamp designed by the Austrian artist and designer Franz West in 1989, Italy. Enameled

Category

Vintage 1980s German Modern Floor Lamps

West Germany Industrial Table Lamp
West Germany Industrial Table Lamp

West Germany Industrial Table Lamp

Located in Madrid, ES

A table lamp edited in the 1940s in West Germany. Enameled metal. Orientable reflector. Excellent

Category

Vintage 1940s German Beaux Arts Table Lamps

Materials

Metal

Fat Lava Table Lamp with Upholstered Shade
Fat Lava Table Lamp with Upholstered Shade

Fat Lava Table Lamp with Upholstered Shade

By West German Pottery

Located in Rotterdam, NL

Very fifties table lamp from germany, by Fat Lava. The base is also in impeccable condition without

Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic, Wool

Postmodern Pendant Light 1980s West Germany
Postmodern Pendant Light 1980s West Germany

Postmodern Pendant Light 1980s West Germany

Located in Debrecen-Pallag, HU

age. Manufactured in West Germany It uses Edison screw bulb E 27. Fully functional funky already to

Category

20th Century German Post-Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Metal

West German Pottery Table Lamp, 1960s
West German Pottery Table Lamp, 1960s

West German Pottery Table Lamp, 1960s

Located in Los Angeles, CA

1960s West German Pottery table lamp. Rewired and fitted with a custom linen shade.

Category

Vintage 1960s Albanian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Ceramic Pendant Lights, West Germany, 1970s
Ceramic Pendant Lights, West Germany, 1970s

Ceramic Pendant Lights, West Germany, 1970s

Located in Melbourne, AU

Price per fixture. Two available. These are beautifully dark in color, ranging from charcoal to deep brown with soft pastel highlights in oranges and pinks throughout the glaze. ...

Category

Vintage 1970s German Mid-Century Modern Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Ceramic

Surveyor Tripod from West German Manufacturer as Floor Lamp
Surveyor Tripod from West German Manufacturer as Floor Lamp

Surveyor Tripod from West German Manufacturer as Floor Lamp

Located in Madison, WI

manufactured by Fennel Kassel of West Germany. Shade not included (and dimensions do not include shade).

Category

20th Century German Floor Lamps

Materials

Steel

Scheurich West German Pottery Vase Mounted as a Lamp
Scheurich West German Pottery Vase Mounted as a Lamp

Scheurich West German Pottery Vase Mounted as a Lamp

By Scheurich Keramik

Located in Southampton, NY

Beautifully glazed Scheurich West German Pottery vase mounted as a lamp. Double cluster socket with

Category

Vintage 1960s German Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

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West German Lighting For Sale on 1stDibs

Choose from an assortment of styles, material and more in our collection of west German lighting on 1stDibs. Was constructed with extraordinary care, often using ceramic, metal and brass. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect piece of west German lighting — we have versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. An item from our selection of west German lighting made by Mid-Century Modern designers — as well as those associated with Hollywood Regency — is very popular. A well-made choice in our collection of west German lighting has long been a part of the offerings for many furniture designers and manufacturers, but those produced by Scheurich Keramik, West German Pottery and Beisl are consistently popular.

How Much is a West German Lighting?

Prices for a piece of west German lighting start at $496 and top out at $4,800 with the average selling for $1,472.

Finding the Right Lighting for You

The right table lamp, outwardly sculptural chandelier or understated wall pendant can work wonders for your home. While we’re indebted to thinkers like Thomas Edison for critically important advancements in lighting and electricity, we’re still finding new ways to customize illumination to fit our personal spaces all these years later. A wide range of antique and vintage lighting can be found on 1stDibs.

Today, lighting designers like the self-taught Bec Brittain have used the flexible structure of LEDs to craft glamorous solutions by working with what is typically considered a harsh lighting source. By integrating glass and mirrors, reflection can be used to soften the glow from LEDs and warmly welcome light into any space.

Although contemporary innovators continue to impress, some of the classics can’t be beat. 

Just as gazing at the stars allows you to glimpse the universe’s past, vintage chandeliers like those designed by Gino Sarfatti and J. & L. Lobmeyr, for example, put on a similarly stunning show, each with a rich story to tell.

As dazzling as it is, the Arco lamp, on the other hand, prioritizes functionality — it’s wholly mobile, no drilling required. Designed in 1962 by architect-product designers Achille & Pier Giacomo Castiglioni, the piece takes the traditional form of a streetlamp and creates an elegant, arching floor fixture for at-home use.

There is no shortage of modernist lighting similarly prized by collectors and casual enthusiasts alike — there are Art Deco table lamps created in a universally appreciated style, the Tripod floor lamp by T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings, Greta Magnusson Grossman's sleek and minimalist Grasshopper lamps and, of course, the wealth of mid-century experimental lighting that emerged from Italian artisans at Arredoluce, FLOS and many more are hallmarks in illumination innovation

With decades of design evolution behind it, home lighting is no longer just practical. Crystalline shaping by designers like Gabriel Scott turns every lighting apparatus into a luxury accessory. A new installation doesn’t merely showcase a space; carefully chosen ceiling lights, table lamps and floor lamps can create a mood, spotlight a favorite piece or highlight your unique personality.

The sparkle that your space has been missing is waiting for you amid the growing collection of antique, vintage and contemporary lighting for sale on 1stDibs.

Questions About West German Lighting
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2024
    Yes, 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.
  • 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.