Mid-Century Fat Lava Boden Vase from Scheurich Keramik, 1970s

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Scheurich Model 517-45 "Fat Lava" Floor Vase, West Germany, c. 1970s

A large ceramic floor vase produced by Scheurich Keramik … Read more Scheurich Model 517-45 "Fat Lava" Floor Vase, West Germany, c. 1970s

A large ceramic floor vase produced by Scheurich Keramik in West Germany during the 1970s. Model 517-45 is among the manufacturer's best-known tall forms, combining a restrained cylindrical silhouette with a richly textured Fat Lava glaze that epitomises the bold material experimentation of postwar German ceramics.

Manufacturer: Scheurich Keramik

Model: 517-45

Country of Manufacture: West Germany

Period: c. 1970s

Material: Glazed ceramic

Colours: Taupe brown, white

Finish: Textured Fat Lava glaze

Dimensions

Height: 45 cm

Condition

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

About the Manufacturer

Founded in Kleinheubach, Bavaria, Scheurich Keramik became one of the leading manufacturers of West German Pottery during the postwar decades. The company gained an international reputation for its innovative glazes and modern forms, producing ceramics that captured the optimism and experimental spirit of the 1960s and 1970s. Today, Scheurich remains one of the most collected names associated with the Fat Lava movement.

Design

The vase features a tall, gently tapering cylindrical body with a strong architectural presence. Its warm taupe-brown ground is enlivened by expressive white volcanic glaze that erupts across the surface in richly textured relief, creating the cratered effect characteristic of classic Fat Lava ceramics. As light moves across the raised glaze, the surface reveals remarkable depth and variation, while the restrained form provides the perfect counterpoint to its dramatic decoration.

Marked "Scheurich W. Germany 517-45" on the underside.

Style: Mid-Century Modern; West German Pottery

Materials: Ceramic

Place of Origin: Germany

Condition: Very good

with its generous proportions and understated colour palette, this vase makes an impressive standalone floor piece. It pairs beautifully with teak, walnut, travertine, concrete, and natural textiles, complementing Mid-Century Modern, Brutalist, and contemporary interiors alike. Whether displayed empty or with tall branches, it offers a strong sculptural presence without overwhelming a space. This piece has an attribution mark,
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