1960s West German Fat Lava and Hand-Painted Ceramic Vases – Set of Six

A vibrant and eclectic collection of six vintage West German ceramic vases from the 1960s, showcasing the iconic “Fat Lava” glaze and whimsical hand-painted motifs characteristic of the era. Each piece in this curated garden display is a sculptural ode to postwar European design.

The group features a variety of forms: slender cylindrical silhouettes, voluptuous bottle shapes, and petite flared rims, all crafted in richly textured ceramic with lava glazes or folk-inspired floral decoration.

Perfect as standalone art objects or assembled into a maximalist vignette.

Details (left to right, front to back):

1) Tall Red-Orange Fat Lava Vase

Maker: Possibly Scheurich or Bay Keramik

Glaze: Glossy red-orange with yellow drip overlay

Height: 23 cm

Origin: West Germany

2) Cream and Orange Floral Motif Vase

Hand-painted floral medallions over a rustic cream glaze

Bulbous body with dark rim

Height: 14 cm

Origin: West Germany

3) Red & Green Bulb Vase with Textured Glaze

Fat Lava technique with mossy green over matte red

Earthy and organic aesthetic

Height: 13 cm

Origin: West Germany

4) Deep Red Textured Bottle Vase

Volcanic glaze with orange and black mottling

Iconic “lava drip” effect

Height: 20 cm

Origin: West Germany

5) Floral Relief Vase with Flared Rim

Rich red base with raised, hand-painted flowers in vivid tones

Scalloped mouth

Height: 17 cm

Origin: West Germany

6) Tall Blue Drip Glaze Ewer

Deep indigo transitioning to icy blue streaks

Elongated form with handle; possible Ruscha or Roth Keramik

Height: 32 cm

Origin: West Germany

Period: 1960s
Condition: Excellent vintage condition with minor wear consistent with age
Provenance: West Germany

This ensemble offers collectors and decorators a dynamic snapshot of mid-century European ceramic artistry, ideal for lovers of bold interiors, Brutalist texture, and retro-modern aesthetics.