Schneider Steffisburg - Schneider Steffisburg - Centrepiece - Ceramic - Glazed Ceramic
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Rare monumental glazed ceramic lidded tureen by Schneider Steffisburg in Switzerland, hand-decorated in cobalt blue and forest green, 50 cm wide by 30 cm high, dating to 1960–1970, with excellent condition and three minor 2–3 mm chips on the inner rim of the lid (invisible when closed).
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Rare Monumental Lidded Tureen by Schneider Steffisburg (Switzerland) - Cobalt Blue & Green - Hand-decorated - 50 cm
Item Description
A stunning and imposing glazed ceramic tureen (or monumental vessel) crafted by the renowned Swiss manufacture Schneider in Steffisburg. This piece represents a masterful example of mid-20th-century Swiss artistic ceramics.
The object is entirely hand-decorated with rich traditional and folkloric iconography, featuring knights, finely harnessed horses, and lush floral motifs. The color palette is dominated by a deep, lustrous cobalt blue and forest green tones, providing extraordinary elegance and visual depth. The intricate decoration covers the entire surface, including the inside of the lid and the inner bottom of the bowl.
Given its scale and the high quality of execution, this was most likely intended as an exhibition piece or a high-end decorative centerpiece.
Technical Details & Condition
Origin: Steffisburg, Switzerland.
Markings: "Schneider Steffisburg" incised on the base along with the manufacturer's monogram.
Condition: The overall condition is excellent; the glaze retains its original brilliance. There are only three minor chips (approximately 2-3 mm each) located on the inner rim of the lid. These marks are completely invisible when the tureen is closed and do not compromise its aesthetics or structural integrity.
Weight: 5.540 kg.
Dimensions
Height: 30 cm
Maximum width (handle to handle): 50 cm
Body diameter: 30 cm
Rare Monumental Zuppiera by Schneider Steffisburg (Switzerland) - cobalt blue and green - Hand-decorated - 50 cm
Object Description
Splendid and imposing lidded ceramic tureen (or monumental container) crafted by the renowned Swiss manufacturer Schneider in Steffisburg. This piece represents a masterful example of Swiss artistic ceramics from the mid-20th century.
The object is entirely hand-decorated with a rich iconography of traditional and folkloric taste: knights, finely barded horses, and lush floral motifs. The color palette is dominated by a deep, lustrous cobalt blue and forest green tones, which confer extraordinary elegance and visual depth to the piece. The decoration covers the entire surface, including the inside of the lid and the inner bottom of the bowl.
Given its scale and the quality of execution, it is most likely a display piece or a high-end centerpiece.
Technical Details & Conditions
Origin: Steffisburg, Switzerland.
Mark: "Schneider Steffisburg" incised on the base with the manufacturer's monogram.
Condition: The overall condition is excellent; the glaze retains its original brilliance. There are only three small chips (approximately 2-3 mm each) located on the inner edge of the lid; these marks are completely invisible when the object is closed and do not compromise its aesthetics or solidity.
Weight: 5.540 kg.
Dimensions
Height: 30 cm
Maximum width (to the handles): 50 cm
Body diameter: 30 cm
Rare Monumental Lidded Tureen by Schneider Steffisburg (Switzerland) - Cobalt Blue & Green - Hand-decorated - 50 cm
Item Description
A stunning and imposing glazed ceramic tureen (or monumental vessel) crafted by the renowned Swiss manufacture Schneider in Steffisburg. This piece represents a masterful example of mid-20th-century Swiss artistic ceramics.
The object is entirely hand-decorated with rich traditional and folkloric iconography, featuring knights, finely harnessed horses, and lush floral motifs. The color palette is dominated by a deep, lustrous cobalt blue and forest green tones, providing extraordinary elegance and visual depth. The intricate decoration covers the entire surface, including the inside of the lid and the inner bottom of the bowl.
Given its scale and the high quality of execution, this was most likely intended as an exhibition piece or a high-end decorative centerpiece.
Technical Details & Condition
Origin: Steffisburg, Switzerland.
Markings: "Schneider Steffisburg" incised on the base along with the manufacturer's monogram.
Condition: The overall condition is excellent; the glaze retains its original brilliance. There are only three minor chips (approximately 2-3 mm each) located on the inner rim of the lid. These marks are completely invisible when the tureen is closed and do not compromise its aesthetics or structural integrity.
Weight: 5.540 kg.
Dimensions
Height: 30 cm
Maximum width (handle to handle): 50 cm
Body diameter: 30 cm
Rare Monumental Zuppiera by Schneider Steffisburg (Switzerland) - cobalt blue and green - Hand-decorated - 50 cm
Object Description
Splendid and imposing lidded ceramic tureen (or monumental container) crafted by the renowned Swiss manufacturer Schneider in Steffisburg. This piece represents a masterful example of Swiss artistic ceramics from the mid-20th century.
The object is entirely hand-decorated with a rich iconography of traditional and folkloric taste: knights, finely barded horses, and lush floral motifs. The color palette is dominated by a deep, lustrous cobalt blue and forest green tones, which confer extraordinary elegance and visual depth to the piece. The decoration covers the entire surface, including the inside of the lid and the inner bottom of the bowl.
Given its scale and the quality of execution, it is most likely a display piece or a high-end centerpiece.
Technical Details & Conditions
Origin: Steffisburg, Switzerland.
Mark: "Schneider Steffisburg" incised on the base with the manufacturer's monogram.
Condition: The overall condition is excellent; the glaze retains its original brilliance. There are only three small chips (approximately 2-3 mm each) located on the inner edge of the lid; these marks are completely invisible when the object is closed and do not compromise its aesthetics or solidity.
Weight: 5.540 kg.
Dimensions
Height: 30 cm
Maximum width (to the handles): 50 cm
Body diameter: 30 cm
Details
Era
1900-2000
Specific region of origin
Canton Berna
Title additional information
Glazed Ceramic
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
Switzerland
Manufacturer/brand
Schneider Steffisburg
Designer/artist/maker
Schneider Steffisburg
Material
Ceramic
Style
Mid-century modern
Colour
Blue, Green, Multicolour
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Height
30 cm
Width
50 cm
Depth
30 cm
Estimated period
1960-1970
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