West German Pottery
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Large hand crafted SCHEURICH West-Germany Vase - Germany, circa 1970s
By West German Pottery, Scheurich Keramik
Located in Pijnacker, Zuid-Holland
Ceramic Scheurich, West-Germany vase with a rough, speckled texture and a handle at the top. It has an earthy, organic look, likely due to a specific glazing technique that creates a...
Category
1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage West German Pottery
Materials
Ceramic, Stoneware
$1,197 Sale Price / item
20% Off
H 25.6 in Dm 11.82 in
Mid-Century Ceramic Vases by Carstens Tonnieshöf, West German Art Pottery, 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...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage West German Pottery
Materials
Ceramic, Clay, Earthenware
$756 Sale Price / set
20% Off
H 11.03 in Dm 7.09 in
Mid-Century Minimalistic West German Pottery Signed Set of Vases by Van Daalen
By Fritz Van Daalen 1, West German Pottery
Located in Valencia, VC
Set of Three Mid-Century Minimalist Handled Vases by Fritz Van Daalen, Germany, 1930s
An exquisite set of three Mid-Century Minimalist vases, designed by Fritz Van Daalen, founder an...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern West German Pottery
Materials
Ceramic, Clay, Earthenware, Pottery
$898 / set
H 7.88 in Dm 7.09 in
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...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern West German Pottery
Materials
Ceramic
$227 Sale Price
50% Off
H 8.5 in W 4 in D 2.75 in
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...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern West German Pottery
Materials
Ceramic, Earthenware, Majolica
$263 Sale Price
51% Off
H 1.78 in Dm 11.23 in
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...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern West German Pottery
Materials
Enamel
$412 Sale Price / set
20% Off
H 9.06 in Dm 3.94 in
Midcentury West German Art Pottery Large Ceramic Vase by Spara, 1950s
By Spara, West German Pottery
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...
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1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage West German Pottery
Materials
Ceramic, Earthenware, Clay
$455 Sale Price
41% Off
H 14.18 in Dm 7.88 in
Mid Century West Germany Ceramic Jug Vase by Schlossberg, 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...
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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage West German Pottery
Materials
Ceramic
$431 Sale Price
34% Off
H 13.78 in Dm 6.3 in
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West German Pottery furniture for sale on 1stDibs.
West German Pottery furniture 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 furniture, although black editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original furniture 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 furniture by Dümler & Breiden, Ruscha, and Jasba. Prices for West German Pottery furniture can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $166 and can go as high as $3,551, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $386.
Questions About West German Pottery
- 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 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 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.