Mid-Century Modern Decorative Ceramic Vase, 1960s

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An original vintage ceramic vase with a decorative, distinctive shape, dating from the mid-20th century.

The vase has an interesting, … Read more An original vintage ceramic vase with a decorative, distinctive shape, dating from the mid-20th century.

The vase has an interesting, architectural silhouette with a wide, cup-shaped spout, a sharply tapered neck, and a rounded body that transitions into a slender base. The entire piece is covered in a light blue glaze, complemented by decoration in shades of ochre, brown, white, and golden yellow. The distinctive bands feature a partially relief-like, textured surface.

The form and decoration point to European decorative ceramics from the Mid-Century period, most likely dating from around 1955–1970. Due to the absence of a signature or manufacturer’s label, the origin cannot be definitively determined—so I do not attribute it to a specific manufacturer.

The vase has retained a very attractive, authentic vintage appearance. Signs of age and use are visible, particularly minor scuffs and slight chips or changes in the decoration and glaze, as shown in the photos. The base has been left in its natural state and bears no legible signature.

Details:
Type: decorative vase
Material: ceramic
Period: ca. 1955–1970
Style: Mid-Century Modern / Vintage
Origin: European, exact origin unknown
Height: 28 cm
Color: blue, ochre, brown, white, yellow
Mark: none
Condition: vintage, with visible signs of age and wear See less