Mid-Century Floor Vase from Scheurich Keramik, West Germany, 1970s

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Scheurich model 269-40 "wien" floor vase, west germany, c. 1970s

a striking ceramic floor vase by scheurich keramik from the … Read more Scheurich model 269-40 "wien" floor vase, west germany, c. 1970s

a striking ceramic floor vase by scheurich keramik from the celebrated wien series, produced in west germany during the 1970s. Standing 40 cm high, the vase combines a bold cylindrical silhouette with a richly textured fat lava glaze, making it a classic example of the expressive ceramics that defined the west german pottery movement.

manufacturer: scheurich keramik

series: wien

model: 269-40

country of manufacture: west germany

period: c. 1970s

material: glazed ceramic

colours: red, black

finish: textured fat lava glaze

dimensions

height: 40 cm

diameter: 24 cm

condition

very good vintage condition. No chips, cracks, or restorations observed. Light signs of age consistent with careful use. The glaze remains vibrant and well preserved.

about the manufacturer

founded in 1928, scheurich keramik became one of the most influential manufacturers of west german pottery during the postwar decades. The company earned an international reputation for combining clean, modern forms with innovative glaze techniques, producing ceramics that captured the bold aesthetic of the 1960s and 1970s. Today, scheurich's fat lava pieces remain among the most sought-after examples of european postwar ceramic design.

design

the vase features a strong cylindrical body whose generous proportions provide the ideal canvas for its dramatic glaze. A deep oxblood-red ground is overlaid with flowing black fat lava texture, creating a richly varied surface that shifts between glossy pools, raised volcanic relief, and subtle tonal transitions. The restrained form allows the expressive glaze to take centre stage, while the generous scale gives the piece a commanding architectural presence.

marked "scheurich w. Germany 269-40" on the underside.

style: mid-century modern; west german pottery

materials: ceramic

place of origin: germany

condition: very good

large enough to be displayed directly on the floor, this vase works beautifully beside a lounge chair, fireplace, sideboard, or console. Its rich red and black palette pairs naturally with teak, walnut, travertine, slate, and natural textiles, making it equally suited to mid-century modern, brutalist, and contemporary interiors. This piece has an attribution mark,
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