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BERLIN RETRO FINDS
Berlin, Germany
Product description
🌟✨ **Step Into the 70s with Martin Freyer's Op Art Masterpieces – Black & White Duo!** ✨🌟 Transport yourself to the bold world of **1970s design** with this stunning pair of Op Art vases by **Martin Freyer** for **Rosenthal**. Known for his innovative take on **Optical Art**, Freyer skillfully merged mind-bending optical illusions with the delicate craftsmanship of porcelain. These matching bisque porcelain vases, one in striking **black** and the other in timeless **white**, invite you to explore the interplay of lines and patterns that defined this iconic design era. 🔍 **What is Op Art?** Op Art, short for **Optical Art**, captivated the design world with its mesmerizing illusions and intricate visual tricks. Freyer’s collaboration with Rosenthal resulted in exquisite pieces that seamlessly combined **minimalist forms** with mind-altering **patterns**, playing with light and shadow to transform the viewer's perception. 🏷️ **Authentic Rosenthal Legacy** Each vase bears the unmistakable **Rosenthal stamp**, a hallmark of their legacy in **fine porcelain**, along with Freyer’s signature that celebrates the brilliance behind this timeless creation. With its clean lines and geometric patterns, Freyer’s work reflects the 1970s fascination with simplicity and order, while still engaging the eye with captivating visual depth. 📏 **Details & Condition:** Standing at **16 cm in height**, these vases remain in **very good vintage condition**, showcasing a subtle patina consistent with normal use and the passage of time. The matte exterior of each vase contrasts beautifully with the glossy interior, enhancing the interplay of texture and light. 🏺 **Key Details:** - **Designer:** Martin Freyer - **Manufacturer:** Rosenthal - **Design Period:** 1970-1979 - **Country of Manufacture:** Germany - **Style:** Vintage, Mid-Century Modern, Op Art - **Material:** Bisque porcelain - **Color:** Black and White – matte exterior, glossy interior - **Height:** 16 cm - **Width×Depth:** 8,5 cm × 6,5 cm - **Condition:** Very good vintage condition, with minimal traces of time and usage. The black vase is marked as "2. Wahl" (second choice) by Rosenthal due to slight imperfections. These minor flaws, inherent to the rigorous quality control standards of the brand, remain virtually invisible and do not diminish the visual appeal or functionality of the vase. 🌟✨ The **Freyer-Rosenthal collaboration** of the 1970s left an indelible mark on the design world. These **black and white Op Art vases** showcase the mastery of form and function that defines **mid-century modern** aesthetics. A must-have for collectors, these vases embody the spirit of artistic innovation and timeless design that continues to inspire even today. ✨🌟
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Specifications
ConditionVery goodColorsWhite, BlackMaterialPorcelainNumber of items2StyleVintageBrandRosenthalHeight16 cmWidth8 cmDepth6 cm