Wächtersbach - Ursula Fesca - Vase - Ulla - Creamware - signed

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Description from the seller

For auction comes a rare and iconic vintage art ceramic vase from the renowned Wächtersbacher Steinzeug factory from the 1950s. This striking collectible features the famous abstract décor “Ulla,” designed in 1956 by pioneering ceramic designer Ursula Fesca (1900–1975). The design is an outstanding example of the Mid-Century Modern style (Fifties / Rockabilly) and captivates with its dynamic, multicolored brushstrokes in black, red, yellow, and blue on a characteristic matte-mottled light background.

Manufacturer: Wächtersbach Keramik (West Germany)
Model / Form Number: 10393/1
Décor: Ulla (Design: Ursula Fesca, 1956)
Base mark: Fully stamped with the classic Wächtersbacher shield hallmark (with crown), the inscription “Made in West Germany,” and the handwritten decor name “Ulla” under the glaze.
Condition: Good to very good, age-appropriate vintage condition. No chips or hairlines. Minor wear to the base and upper rim is visible. Typical fine age-related crazing in the glaze, which underscores the authentic character.

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For auction comes a rare and iconic vintage art ceramic vase from the renowned Wächtersbacher Steinzeug factory from the 1950s. This striking collectible features the famous abstract décor “Ulla,” designed in 1956 by pioneering ceramic designer Ursula Fesca (1900–1975). The design is an outstanding example of the Mid-Century Modern style (Fifties / Rockabilly) and captivates with its dynamic, multicolored brushstrokes in black, red, yellow, and blue on a characteristic matte-mottled light background.

Manufacturer: Wächtersbach Keramik (West Germany)
Model / Form Number: 10393/1
Décor: Ulla (Design: Ursula Fesca, 1956)
Base mark: Fully stamped with the classic Wächtersbacher shield hallmark (with crown), the inscription “Made in West Germany,” and the handwritten decor name “Ulla” under the glaze.
Condition: Good to very good, age-appropriate vintage condition. No chips or hairlines. Minor wear to the base and upper rim is visible. Typical fine age-related crazing in the glaze, which underscores the authentic character.

Please note the photos. They are part of the item description.

Shipping with tracking, carefully packaged.

Details

Specific region of origin
Westdeutschland
Ceramics type
Creamware
Weight
470 g
Era
1900-2000
Title additional information
signed
Country of origin
Germany
Designer/artist/maker
Ursula Fesca
Model
Ulla
Material
Ceramic
Style
Mid-century modern
Manufacturer/brand
Wächtersbach
Colour
Multicolour
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
16.5 cm
Width
10.5 cm
Depth
10.5 cm
Decor
Fifties / Rockabilly
Diameter
10.5 cm
Estimated period
1950-1960
Sold by
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Objects sold
100%
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