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Carstens Tönnieshof Vase, West Germany, 1960s
VNTG00273
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A compact, spherical vase featuring an expressive blue reactive glaze. Its surface is covered in complex, iridescent shades, shifting from light blue to grey-blue, giving the piece a dynamic quality that changes with the light.
Such glazes became a hallmark of West German ceramics in the mid-20th century. Thanks to its combination of a concise form and rich texture, this vase remains a striking decorative object even without flowers.
Its small size makes it suitable for single stems, or for styling a bookshelf, console, or coffee table.
About Carstens Tönnieshof
Carstens Tönnieshof was one of the most renowned West German ceramic manufacturers of the 20th century. The company was among the largest producers of artistic interior ceramics during the West German Pottery period and gained international recognition through its experiments with form and glazes.
In the 1950s–70s, Carstens products were exported across Europe and to North America. Today, items from this manufacturer are considered some of the most recognisable examples of mid-20th-century West German design and enjoy sustained interest among collectors and enthusiasts of mid-century aesthetics.
The preserved original manufacturer's sticker further confirms the item's provenance.
About Reactive Glaze
Reactive glaze is a ceramic coating technique where the final pattern forms directly during firing. Minerals and oxides within the glaze react at high temperatures, creating unique colour transitions, speckles, iridescence, and crystalline effects.
This is why two identical vases with reactive glaze are virtually impossible to find: each acquires its own distinct pattern and surface hue.
Item Information
Such glazes became a hallmark of West German ceramics in the mid-20th century. Thanks to its combination of a concise form and rich texture, this vase remains a striking decorative object even without flowers.
Its small size makes it suitable for single stems, or for styling a bookshelf, console, or coffee table.
About Carstens Tönnieshof
Carstens Tönnieshof was one of the most renowned West German ceramic manufacturers of the 20th century. The company was among the largest producers of artistic interior ceramics during the West German Pottery period and gained international recognition through its experiments with form and glazes.
In the 1950s–70s, Carstens products were exported across Europe and to North America. Today, items from this manufacturer are considered some of the most recognisable examples of mid-20th-century West German design and enjoy sustained interest among collectors and enthusiasts of mid-century aesthetics.
The preserved original manufacturer's sticker further confirms the item's provenance.
About Reactive Glaze
Reactive glaze is a ceramic coating technique where the final pattern forms directly during firing. Minerals and oxides within the glaze react at high temperatures, creating unique colour transitions, speckles, iridescence, and crystalline effects.
This is why two identical vases with reactive glaze are virtually impossible to find: each acquires its own distinct pattern and surface hue.
Item Information
- Material: ceramic, reactive glaze
- Hallmark: Yes
- Original sticker: preserved
- Manufacturer: Carstens Tönnieshof
- Model: 652-13
- Found in: Netherlands
- Country of origin: West Germany (FRG)
- Period: 1960s
- Dimensions: approximately 13 cm high
- Condition: excellent vintage, no chips or losses
Condition: Excellent vintage, no chips or losses
Material: Ceramic and Porcelain
Category: Vases and cups
Each item in our vintage collection carries its own history, which may leave traces of its past life.
We strive to describe the condition of each lot as accurately as possible, and our photographs are taken in good light and are unretouched, allowing you to examine the item in detail.
Hronika: vintage collection features only those pieces that have retained their aesthetic appeal and can become a beautiful accent in any space. Nevertheless, please note that even perfect items may show signs of age.
If specific characteristics of an item were noted in the product description, these are not considered defects or flaws.
Most vintage items have been previously used. Therefore, it is almost impossible to determine if an item has been used after purchase — even with expert examination. We ask you to consider this when placing an order: returns for vintage items are not provided.
Before purchasing, you will have the opportunity to carefully inspect the item — at the pickup point or upon courier delivery. If something is not suitable, you can refuse the purchase on the spot. In this case, the buyer pays for the return shipping.
If you accept the parcel, it means that the item has captured your heart, and you have decided to keep it.
We strive to describe the condition of each lot as accurately as possible, and our photographs are taken in good light and are unretouched, allowing you to examine the item in detail.
Hronika: vintage collection features only those pieces that have retained their aesthetic appeal and can become a beautiful accent in any space. Nevertheless, please note that even perfect items may show signs of age.
If specific characteristics of an item were noted in the product description, these are not considered defects or flaws.
Most vintage items have been previously used. Therefore, it is almost impossible to determine if an item has been used after purchase — even with expert examination. We ask you to consider this when placing an order: returns for vintage items are not provided.
Before purchasing, you will have the opportunity to carefully inspect the item — at the pickup point or upon courier delivery. If something is not suitable, you can refuse the purchase on the spot. In this case, the buyer pays for the return shipping.
If you accept the parcel, it means that the item has captured your heart, and you have decided to keep it.
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