Ruscha - Fat Lava (44 x 57 cm)

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Fat Lava (44 x 57 cm) is an unsigned original Ruscha ceramic wall plaque, made in West Germany in the 1960s–1970s, featuring an abstract mixed-media design with a relief surface and bold red, orange, yellow and brown tones.

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Large-format vintage ceramic wall panel from Ruscha Keramik, manufactured in West Germany.

This striking piece in the Fat Lava style is characterized by the following features:
Design style:
It embodies the Space Age and Pop Art design of the late 1960s and 1970s, with a focus on abstract and geometric shapes.
Appearance:
The panel has a relief-like, textured surface. The colors are dominated by vivid red, orange, yellow, and brown, often complemented by a characteristic 'Fat Lava' glaze, giving the work an organic, almost volcanic appearance.
Background:
Ruscha Keramik was a prominent German manufacturer, known for high-quality wall plaques and ceramic art of that era. Such pieces are often referred to as 'monumental' wall tiles.

9.60 kg

Approx. 57 x 45 x 2.5 cm

For a personal impression, please view the pictures.

Shipping is well-packaged and insured with a tracking number.

Private sale, no returns or warranty.

Large-format vintage ceramic wall panel from Ruscha Keramik, manufactured in West Germany.

This striking piece in the Fat Lava style is characterized by the following features:
Design style:
It embodies the Space Age and Pop Art design of the late 1960s and 1970s, with a focus on abstract and geometric shapes.
Appearance:
The panel has a relief-like, textured surface. The colors are dominated by vivid red, orange, yellow, and brown, often complemented by a characteristic 'Fat Lava' glaze, giving the work an organic, almost volcanic appearance.
Background:
Ruscha Keramik was a prominent German manufacturer, known for high-quality wall plaques and ceramic art of that era. Such pieces are often referred to as 'monumental' wall tiles.

9.60 kg

Approx. 57 x 45 x 2.5 cm

For a personal impression, please view the pictures.

Shipping is well-packaged and insured with a tracking number.

Private sale, no returns or warranty.

Details

Artist
Ruscha
Sold with frame
No
Sold by
Owner or reseller
Edition
Original
Title of artwork
Fat Lava (44 x 57 cm)
Technique
Mixed technique
Signature
Not signed
Country of origin
Germany
Condition
Good condition
Height
44 cm
Width
57 cm
Weight
9.6 kg
Style
Abstract
Period
1960-1970
Sold by
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Objects sold
Private

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