Bay Kera - Bodo Mars - Vase - Ceramic

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Original BAY Keramik vase from West Germany, Arizona series designed by Bodo Mars for Bay Keramik, with two handles, standing about 25.5 cm high and 10 cm in diameter, in ceramic with yellow/ochre, black and turquoise glaze and a speckled surface, dating to 1950–1960 and in excellent condition.

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Original vintage vase by BAY Keramik – West Germany

An extraordinary vintage ceramic vase from the renowned German manufacturer BAY Keramik, from the “Arizona” series (two-handled model), designed in the 1960s by Bodo Mans for the German producer Bay Keramik (West Germany).

The vase stands out for its distinctive decorative design with a yellow/ochre glaze, black graphical elements, turquoise accents, and a lively, partially speckled surface. Particularly characteristic are the two side handles and the imposing, sculptural form.

The vase bears the original BAY-Keramik label. The base stamp reads West Germany 1014-25.

Colors: Yellow/Ochre, Black, Turquoise

Design: graphic vintage-/fat-lava decor
Two side handles
Height: approx. 25.5 cm tall, 10 cm thick at the thickest point

Condition:
Very good condition, no chips. Please note the photos, which are part of the description.
No modern reproduction – original vintage piece.

Due to the striking color combination and the unusual shape, the vase is especially suitable as a statement piece for collectors and lovers of German vintage ceramics.

Original vintage vase by BAY Keramik – West Germany

An extraordinary vintage ceramic vase from the renowned German manufacturer BAY Keramik, from the “Arizona” series (two-handled model), designed in the 1960s by Bodo Mans for the German producer Bay Keramik (West Germany).

The vase stands out for its distinctive decorative design with a yellow/ochre glaze, black graphical elements, turquoise accents, and a lively, partially speckled surface. Particularly characteristic are the two side handles and the imposing, sculptural form.

The vase bears the original BAY-Keramik label. The base stamp reads West Germany 1014-25.

Colors: Yellow/Ochre, Black, Turquoise

Design: graphic vintage-/fat-lava decor
Two side handles
Height: approx. 25.5 cm tall, 10 cm thick at the thickest point

Condition:
Very good condition, no chips. Please note the photos, which are part of the description.
No modern reproduction – original vintage piece.

Due to the striking color combination and the unusual shape, the vase is especially suitable as a statement piece for collectors and lovers of German vintage ceramics.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Country of origin
Germany
Designer/artist/maker
Bodo Mars
Material
Ceramic
Style
Mid-century modern
Manufacturer/brand
Bay Kera
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Height
25.5 cm
Width
10 cm
Depth
10 cm
Diameter
10 cm
Estimated period
1950-1960
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