Model 269-40 Wien Floor Vase from Scheurich Keramik, West Germany, 1970s

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Scheurich Keramik "Wien" Floor Vase, Model 269-40, West Germany, c. 1970s

A striking floor vase from Scheurich Keramik's celebrated Wien … Read more Scheurich Keramik "Wien" Floor Vase, Model 269-40, West Germany, c. 1970s

A striking floor vase from Scheurich Keramik's celebrated Wien series, produced during the height of the West German Pottery movement. Model 269-40 combines a tall, elegant silhouette with a richly textured glossy red Fat Lava glaze, exemplifying the bold material experimentation and sculptural character that made Scheurich one of the defining names in postwar European ceramics.

Manufacturer: Scheurich Keramik

Series: Wien

Model: 269-40

Country of Manufacture: West Germany

Period: c. 1970s

Material: Glazed ceramic

Colours: Red, black

Finish: Glossy Fat Lava glaze

Dimensions

Height: 40 cm

Condition

Very good vintage condition. No chips, cracks, or restorations observed. Minor signs of age consistent with careful use. The glaze remains beautifully preserved.

About the Manufacturer

Founded in 1928 in Kleinheubach, Bavaria, Scheurich Keramik became one of Germany's largest and most influential ceramic manufacturers. During the 1960s and 1970s, the company played a central role in the West German Pottery movement, producing ceramics distinguished by clean modern forms, innovative glazing techniques, and exceptional manufacturing quality. Today, Scheurich's Fat Lava vases are among the most recognisable and collectible examples of European postwar ceramic design.

Design

The vase features a tall cylindrical body that tapers subtly towards the base, creating a balanced architectural form with a strong vertical presence. Its glossy oxblood-red glaze is enriched with dark volcanic textures that flow across the surface, producing a richly layered finish with remarkable depth. Light catches the raised glaze differently from every angle, emphasising the contrast between the smooth ceramic body and the tactile Fat Lava relief. The restrained form allows the expressive glaze to remain the focal point while highlighting the precision of Scheurich's design.

Marked "269-40 W. Germany" on the underside.

Style: Mid-Century Modern; West German Pottery

Materials: Ceramic

Place of Origin: Germany

Condition: Very good

At 40 cm high, this vase works beautifully as a floor piece, either displayed on its own or with tall branches. It pairs naturally with teak, walnut, travertine, slate, and natural textiles, making it equally at home in Mid-Century Modern, Brutalist, and contemporary interiors where its rich colour and sculptural presence provide a striking focal point. This piece has an attribution mark,
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