Bottle vase - Height: 46 cm - Ceramic
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Carstens Tönnieshof Fat Lava floor vase, model 7814-45, in ceramic from West Germany dating to ca. 1970, measuring approximately 46 cm high, 14 cm wide and 20 cm deep, in good used condition with minor signs of age and spotting.
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Carstens Tönnieshof Fat Lava Floor Vase – Model 7814-45 – West Germany – ca. 1970
Impressive large-format floor vase produced by Carstens Tönnieshof, one of the most renowned manufacturers of West German art pottery.
This striking model features a sculptural form with a distinctive double-loop handle and a richly textured surface decorated with bold red floral motifs in relief. The deep dark glaze contrasts beautifully with the vibrant red decoration, creating a dramatic visual effect characteristic of the iconic Fat Lava movement of the late 1960s and 1970s.
An authentic collector’s piece of West German pottery, combining expressive design, excellent craftsmanship and strong decorative appeal.
The vase retains its original Carstens Tönnieshof paper label and is marked on the base: 7814-45 W-Germany.
Dimensions
* Height: 45 cm
Condition
Very good vintage condition with minor signs of age and use consistent with the period. No visible restorations. Please study the photographs carefully, as they form an integral part of the description.
A rare and highly decorative example of West German Fat Lava ceramics, sought after by collectors of Mid-Century Modern and 1970s design.
Carstens Tönnieshof Fat Lava Floor Vase – Model 7814-45 – West Germany – ca. 1970
Impressive large-format floor vase produced by Carstens Tönnieshof, one of the most renowned manufacturers of West German art pottery.
This striking model features a sculptural form with a distinctive double-loop handle and a richly textured surface decorated with bold red floral motifs in relief. The deep dark glaze contrasts beautifully with the vibrant red decoration, creating a dramatic visual effect characteristic of the iconic Fat Lava movement of the late 1960s and 1970s.
An authentic collector’s piece of West German pottery, combining expressive design, excellent craftsmanship and strong decorative appeal.
The vase retains its original Carstens Tönnieshof paper label and is marked on the base: 7814-45 W-Germany.
Dimensions
* Height: 45 cm
Condition
Very good vintage condition with minor signs of age and use consistent with the period. No visible restorations. Please study the photographs carefully, as they form an integral part of the description.
A rare and highly decorative example of West German Fat Lava ceramics, sought after by collectors of Mid-Century Modern and 1970s design.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Country of origin
Europe
Model
Height: 46 cm
Material
Ceramic
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
46 cm
Width
14 cm
Depth
20 cm
Estimated period
1970-1980
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