Description
Scheurich West German Vase 523-18 | Red-Orange Mid-Century Pottery
Bring authentic mid-century character into your home with this Scheurich West German Vase 523-18. Dating from the 1960s/70s, this striking vintage ceramic vase combines a warm fiery red-orange glaze with dramatic black detailing to create a wonderfully retro look.
The vase has a beautifully balanced form that makes it particularly eye-catching when displayed on its own. Its textured surface and rich colouring add depth, while the relatively compact size makes it easy to display on a shelf, sideboard, mantel or console table.
The base is stamped W. GERMANY 523-18, confirming its West German origin and model number. Scheurich is one of the best-known names in vintage West German pottery, making pieces such as this particularly appealing to collectors of mid-century ceramics.
Dimensions
- Height: approximately 7¼ inches (18 cm)
- Opening: approximately 3 inches in diameter
- Base: approximately 2.5 × 2.75 inches
- Model: 523-18
Condition
This Scheurich West German vase is in great vintage condition, with no chips, cracks or crazing.
There is a small firing flaw where the glaze covers the area but the colour has not fully developed. This is visible in the photographs and is part of the character of the original vintage production.
Why We Love It
The combination of red-orange, black and textured ceramic gives this vase a strong 1960s/70s aesthetic without making it difficult to style. It would work beautifully in a mid-century modern, retro or eclectic interior and would also make an attractive addition to a collection of West German pottery.
Whether displayed as a standalone decorative piece or alongside other vintage ceramics, this Scheurich West German Vase 523-18 brings colour, texture and genuine vintage character to the home.
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