Mid-Century German Studio Pottery Vase Signed Tanzer Modernist Relief Design

Description

Date/Period: Approx. 1960-70's

Dimension: The vase measures approximately 8 inches tall by 4.5 inches in diameter.

Material: pottery

Additional Information: A striking mid-century German studio pottery vase signed Tanzer, featuring a tall cylindrical form with an elegant hand-thrown silhouette and distinctive vertical applied relief elements running the height of the vessel. The soft ivory glaze is accented by exposed clay detailing that emphasizes the sculptural texture and modernist aesthetic.

The underside bears an impressed TANZER signature along with workshop markings. Research accompanying the piece associates the work with West German studio pottery traditions of the 1960s–1970s, reflecting influences from the applied arts and modernist ceramic movement. The design has been linked to the artistic environment surrounding the Staatliche Werkkunstschule Wiesbaden, one of Germany's noted schools of applied arts, whose emphasis on craftsmanship, form, and modern design helped shape postwar German ceramics.

The vase's restrained palette, architectural profile, and rhythmic applied decoration embody the clean aesthetic associated with German Modernism. Whether displayed as a sculptural object or incorporated into a collection of twentieth-century studio ceramics, the piece presents a strong visual presence.

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Location: This item ships from MARYLAND

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Condition

Good vintage condition overall with age-appropriate wear. There is visible damage and loss to one of the applied relief elements near the rim, along with minor surface wear consistent with age and use. The vessel remains structurally sound and displays well.

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Mid-Century German Studio Pottery Vase Signed Tanzer Modernist Relief Design

Name: Mid-Century German Studio Pottery Vase Signed Tanzer Modernist Relief Design
SKU: 234789951
Price: 150 USD
Availability: InStock