Wonderful, mid century vase by Lu Klopfer. This pattern with it's vibrant color palette is probably his best known and was done in many sizes and shapes. Reminiscent of Guido Gambone, he may very likely have been influenced by him. The vase stands 9 1/2 inches tall and is in excellent condition.(one glaze pop incurred during production)
Ludwig Klopfer (1924-1977) produced much of his work for the Kunsttöpferei J ...click for details
Wonderful and rare tile by H Schaffenacker who established his studio in 1948 in Ulm, Germany. He created many striking ceramic vases and the designs of his tiles/wall plaques vary from the completely abstract to highly stylized figures of horses, people, fish and other forms found in nature. This piece I believe is somewhat rare and is not listed in the Schaffenacker catalog in M.P. Thomas' "Deutsche Kerami ...click for details
This red glazed ceramic vase has a stunning shape. Produced by Jopeko, a family run ceramics firm in operation since 1884. According to Fat Lava "Forms tend to be strong and modern, with clean lines and geometric shapes." That certainly describes
this piece. It is 10 inches tall and 23 inches in circumference at its widest. Very strong accent piece that would work with many types of decor. Excellent condition.
This mid-century German vase by Carstens has a cobalt blue matte finish and metallic overlay decor pattern. A very distinctive looking piece, this pattern is called Ankara and was produced in several sizes and shapes. In excellent condition, it is 8" tall, and 18 1/2" in circumference at its widest. Carstens operated from 1945-1984 and most of the designs were created by Trude Carstens the wife of the founde ...click for details
Studio pottery vase by Horst Kerstan who is considered one of the major ceramic artists of the 20th century. He studied with Richard Bampi in Kandern and then took over his studio when Bampi died in 1965. This is a favorite shape of the artist; see my archives for prior pieces sold. The glaze reflects the influence of Japan where he first traveled in 1970 and continued to visit and study ceramics both there and in Ko ...click for details
Glass decanter by Holmegaard, Denmark in the Cluck-Cluck design. The sides of this blocky shaped decanter look like they have collapsed or been squeezed inward. It's a teal blue and is 104" tall and 3 1/2" wide. This design comes in various sizes and colors including a bent version. Excellent condition. It is unsigned, which is typical for Holmegaard, it probably had a label on it when it was first purchased.
Bauhaus style mid century modern pottery vase by Lu (Ludwig) Klopfer. Much of his work is highly colorful and often reminiscent of stained glass. This piece has a very strong but simple, clean design with a soft muted palette. It is 10 1/2 inches tall.
Ludwig Klopfer (1924-1977) produced much of his work for the Kunsttöpferei Johann Lipp in Mering,Germany. He was the grandson of Johann Lipp, who founded the pottery ...click for details
This studio pottery vase is by Wendelin Stahl, a highly regarded 20th century ceramicist. He was part of the third generation of potters in his family. His work often has an architectural quality with heavy solid forms and very subtle glazes. Highly collectible today, if you Google his name you will find other galleries in New York and Germany that carry his work. This piece has a magnificent crystalline glaze. The v ...click for details
This German vase by Paul Dresler is from the Grootenburg Pottery he started in 1913. The sgrafito technique and copper reduction glaze are commonly found on Grootenburg pottery. The palette is often in various shades of dark greens and reds/maroons. This vase is 13inches tall and in excellent condition. It has an elegant and graceful design reflecting the more modern shapes that were introduced in the 1950s. The curve of the handle and the slant of the opening create a nice balance, offsetting t ...click for details
This modernist vase is by Livia Gorka, a major figure in Hungarian avant garde ceramics. Daughter of the renowned Geza Gorka, Livia was certified a master potter in 1947. Her designs often feature objects from nature but are also frequently abstract as with this piece. It is 9 3/8 inches tall, signed and in excellent condition. If you google her you will find quite a bit of information and other examples of her work in galleries.
