Dear Bidders, You are bidding on 2 striking porcelain vases are from the “Nautica” series designed by renowned Dutch ceramicist Jan van der Vaart, produced by Rosenthal GmbH, Germany. The design reflects the post-modern and geometric aesthetic for which van der Vaart is celebrated, combining sculptural form with functional elegance. This artistic series is characterised by bold, minimalist forms and a richly textured, hand-painted surface in earthy brown and gold tones. Each piece was individually hand-finished, resulting in subtle variations that make every object unique. SOME GENERAL INFORMATIONS: Jan van der Vaart (1931–2000), a highly influential 20th-century Dutch ceramist was known for his abstract-geometric and constructivist work. His designs often emphasize clarity of form, refined proportions and minimalist sophistication. Rosenthal is one of Germany’s most renowned porcelain manufacturers, celebrated for collaborations with leading designers and for blurring the line between applied art and functional design. This set is a fine example of German modernist studio production and will appeal to collectors of Rosenthal and post-war decorative arts. These vases embody a timeless blend of art and utility, making them not only functional objects but also collectible design pieces. The clean surfaces and dynamic silhouettes are characteristic of van der Vaart’s architectural approach to porcelain design. SOME ADDITIONAL INFORMATIONS: *** If an item listed in the auction has a reserve price, rest assured that it is truly very reasonable for such a wonderful pieces *** * Made in Germany by Rosenthal * Designed by Jan van der Vaart * Serie "Nautica" — a distinctive line reflecting maritime forms and clean, sculptural lines that resonate with van der Vaart’s modern design language * Material : porcelain * Measurements: approx. 1. 28x20x15,5 cm ( big version! ); 2. 18x11,5x9 cm * Whithout decoration * Please watch carefully all the pictures, they are also a part of description ( each one can be enlarged ) * I would like to point out that the items I am selling are several decades old and therefore show general signs of use and age, such as minor scratches, scuffs, discoloration, dust, patina, chips, dents etc. - Any major damage is ALWAYS shown in the photos - * Please remember about Catawiki’s rules and make a payment maximally within 3 days after auction end The vases will be properly prepared for the shipping and sent insured ( up to 500€ ). IMPORTANT: If, however, the item is damaged or lost, please contact me via the internal Catawiki chat. According to EU law for courier companies, in any case of damage to an international shipment, the first step in obtaining compensation is for the RECIPIENT to report the damage to their local supplier within 7 days of receiving the shipment. Only then, after the RECIPENT ( you ) receives a certificate of damage, I as the sender can claim compensation. In addition, the following photos will be required: the damage to the item, the outside of the box with the shipping label, and the inside of the box including the materials used to protect the shipment. Please don’t bid if you don’t accept that. Happy bidding and good luck! ***Condition categories according to Catawiki:*** * „as new” - unused * „excellent condition” - barely used with minimal signs of wear / usage * „good condition” - used with small signs of aging and / or imperfections / defects * „fair condition” - heavily used with possibly minor damage / parts missing * „poor” - heavily used with major cracks, damages and / or major parts missing * „very poor” - showing significant decay, loss of original texture or solidity of the material