West German Pottery
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Mid-Century West Germany Blue Ceramic Handled Vase by Ceramano, Signed, c. 1960s
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...
Category
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage West German Pottery
Materials
Ceramic, Clay, Earthenware
$442 Sale Price
43% Off
H 13 in Dm 9.06 in
West German Scheurich Keramik Fat Lava Ceramic Vases / Jars, Set of Three
By West German Pottery, Scheurich Keramik
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 West German Pottery
Materials
Lava
$2,272 / set
H 15.75 in Dm 9.45 in
Midcentury West Germany Pottery ¨Domino Décor ¨ Jug by Dümler & Breiden, 1960s
By Dümler & Breiden, West German Pottery
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
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage West German Pottery
Materials
Ceramic
$239 Sale Price
42% Off
H 9.85 in W 5.32 in D 3.15 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...
Category
Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern West German Pottery
Materials
Ceramic
$226 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 Ruscha, Vincent van Gogh, 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
$387 Sale Price
28% Off
H 1.78 in Dm 11.23 in
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 West German Pottery
Materials
Ceramic
Sculptural West German Ceramic Vase by Carstens Tönnieshof, c. 1950s
By West German Pottery, Carstens Tönnieshof
Located in Valencia, VC
Sculptural West German Art Pottery Vase by Carstens Tönnieshof, c. 1950s
A striking and highly unique sculptural ceramic vase by Carstens Tönnieshof, handmade in West Germany circa ...
Category
1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage West German Pottery
Materials
Ceramic, Clay, Earthenware
$528 Sale Price
44% Off
H 7.88 in W 10.63 in D 5.52 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
1950s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage West German Pottery
Materials
Ceramic, Earthenware, Clay
$766 Sale Price / set
24% Off
H 15.75 in Dm 7.09 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.