AK Kaiser - Manfred Frey - Vase - Bisque
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Three-piece Kaiser Porzellan bisque relief set in Art Deco style, comprising a central relief vase (15×15×6 cm) and two candleholders (10.5×9×7 cm), made in Germany by AK Kaiser in the 1970s and designed by Manfred Frey, in excellent condition with no cracks or restorations.
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Kaiser Porcelain Bisque Relief Vase & Candleholders Set – Art Deco style
In near mint condition – No reserve.
Elegant three-piece porcelain set produced by Kaiser Porzellan (West Germany), consisting of a central relief vase and two matching candleholders, executed in refined matte white bisque porcelain.
The sculptural relief depicts stylized female profiles surrounded by floral garlands and geometric ornamentation, clearly inspired by Art Deco aesthetics: symmetry, elegance, and decorative clarity. The soft matte exterior contrasts beautifully with the glazed interior, a hallmark of quality bisque production.
The underside bears the blue AK Kaiser mark with crown and “W. Germany”, along with the model number 0234, confirming authentic manufacture. Designed by Manfred Frey and dates to the 1970s, a period when Kaiser revisited classic Art Deco vocabulary in contemporary sculptural form. Frey is considered a representative of the German design aesthetics of the modernist era, where art and industrial production intersected.
Dimensions
Candleholders (2x): 10.5 × 9 × 7 cm (h × w × d)
Center vase: 15 × 15 × 6 cm (h × w × d)
Condition
In excellent vintage condition
No cracks, no chips, no restorations
Clean, crisp relief with sharp detailing
During the postwar decades, Kaiser Porcelain became renowned for high-quality bisque relief objects that bridged classical Art Deco influences with modern German design sensibilities. Manfred Frey’s designs are especially sought after for their sculptural depth and decorative balance, making sets like this highly collectible today.
Seller's Story
We are a passionate team of skilled collectors dedicated to sourcing truly unique and rare vintage pieces. On Catawiki, we showcase only our finest finds. Carefully curated, lovingly selected, and offered with the lowest possible shipping rates as a service to our buyers.
Every item is professionally packed the very next day and shipped via registered mail for a safe and reliable delivery.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us. We are always happy to help.
Kaiser Porcelain Bisque Relief Vase & Candleholders Set – Art Deco style
In near mint condition – No reserve.
Elegant three-piece porcelain set produced by Kaiser Porzellan (West Germany), consisting of a central relief vase and two matching candleholders, executed in refined matte white bisque porcelain.
The sculptural relief depicts stylized female profiles surrounded by floral garlands and geometric ornamentation, clearly inspired by Art Deco aesthetics: symmetry, elegance, and decorative clarity. The soft matte exterior contrasts beautifully with the glazed interior, a hallmark of quality bisque production.
The underside bears the blue AK Kaiser mark with crown and “W. Germany”, along with the model number 0234, confirming authentic manufacture. Designed by Manfred Frey and dates to the 1970s, a period when Kaiser revisited classic Art Deco vocabulary in contemporary sculptural form. Frey is considered a representative of the German design aesthetics of the modernist era, where art and industrial production intersected.
Dimensions
Candleholders (2x): 10.5 × 9 × 7 cm (h × w × d)
Center vase: 15 × 15 × 6 cm (h × w × d)
Condition
In excellent vintage condition
No cracks, no chips, no restorations
Clean, crisp relief with sharp detailing
During the postwar decades, Kaiser Porcelain became renowned for high-quality bisque relief objects that bridged classical Art Deco influences with modern German design sensibilities. Manfred Frey’s designs are especially sought after for their sculptural depth and decorative balance, making sets like this highly collectible today.
Seller's Story
We are a passionate team of skilled collectors dedicated to sourcing truly unique and rare vintage pieces. On Catawiki, we showcase only our finest finds. Carefully curated, lovingly selected, and offered with the lowest possible shipping rates as a service to our buyers.
Every item is professionally packed the very next day and shipped via registered mail for a safe and reliable delivery.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us. We are always happy to help.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Porcelain type
Bisque
Country of Origin
Germany
Designer/Artist/Maker
Manfred Frey
Material
Porcelain
Style
Art Deco
Manufacturer/ Brand
AK Kaiser
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Height
15 cm
Width
15 cm
Depth
6 cm
Estimated Period
1970-1980
