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Creator: West German Pottery
Tigris Cat Vase By Anneleise Beckh For Schmider, West Germany 1950’s
Tigris Cat Vase By Anneleise Beckh For Schmider, West Germany 1950’s

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 Sculptures

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Ceramic

Wall Mounted Decorative Blue Flower Ceramic Tile Hanging
Wall Mounted Decorative Blue Flower Ceramic Tile Hanging

Wall Mounted Decorative Blue Flower Ceramic Tile Hanging

By West German Pottery

Located in Antwerp, BE

Incredibly beautiful flower arrangement on a ceramic tile with a gloss of glaze in the brightly colors blue, pink and brown. Three separately baked tiles mounted on a wooden frame. This tall ceramic tile plaque...

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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage West German Pottery Sculptures

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Ceramic

West Germany White Ceramic Mannequin Head 1970s Germany
West Germany White Ceramic Mannequin Head 1970s Germany

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

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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage West German Pottery Sculptures

Materials

Ceramic

West Germany Pottery   White Ceramic Head  1970s
West Germany Pottery   White Ceramic Head  1970s

West Germany Pottery White Ceramic Head 1970s

By West German Pottery

Located in Den Haag, NL

Very nice White Ceramic Head . Manufactured and signed by West Germany Pottery in the 1960s . Ideal for your headphone . or mannequin head .

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1970s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage West German Pottery Sculptures

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Ceramic

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West German Pottery sculptures for sale on 1stDibs.

West German Pottery sculptures are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of ceramic and are designed with extraordinary care. Many of the original sculptures by West German Pottery were created in the mid-century modern style in germany during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider sculptures by Sgrafo Modern, Livio Seguso, and Tapio Wirkkala. Prices for West German Pottery sculptures can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $218 and can go as high as $3,551, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $1,884.
Questions About West German Pottery Sculptures
  • 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 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.