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Product description
**BAY Keramik Mid-Century Turquoise-Blue Glazed Ceramic Vase, Model 606-30** **Key Details:** - **Manufacturer:** BAY Keramik (West Germany) - **Model Number:** 606-30 - **Era:** Mid-Century Modern (1950–1969) - **Height:** approx. 30 cm - **Diameter:** 13 cm at the widest point - **Top Opening Diameter:** 8.5 cm - **Base Diameter:** 10.5 cm - **Interior:** Glossy brown glaze - **Condition:** No damage, exhibits minor vintage wear, and is perfect for collectors. Reasonable wear consistent with normal use may be present. - **Finish:** Vibrant turquoise-blue glaze with a rich, glossy finish. This stunning example of BAY Keramik pottery captures the essence of mid-century West German design, with a mesmerizing turquoise and blue geometric pattern, characteristic of the company's **Fat Lava** style. The intricate surface textures and embossed design give the vase a tactile and visual depth, while the glossy glaze amplifies its vibrant colours. **Manufacturer Information:** BAY Keramik was a leading West German pottery manufacturer, active from the 1930s until the late 1990s. Particularly in the 1960s and '70s, BAY Keramik became synonymous with the **West German Art Pottery movement**, known for their bold, expressive shapes and rich, colorful glazes. The model number “606-30” indicates that this is one of BAY Keramik’s signature designs from the Mid-Century era, and the "30" in the code suggests its height of approximately 30 cm. **Design Features:** This vase is an excellent representation of the **West German "Fat Lava" ceramics movement**, which celebrated thick glazes and textured surfaces. BAY Keramik, along with other companies such as Scheurich and Carstens, helped define the distinctive style of **West German Pottery** that is highly collectable today. **Why Collect This Piece?** Collectors and interior designers alike seek BAY Keramik vases for their bold forms and striking colour palettes. This particular vase, with its rich turquoise and blue hues, exemplifies the geometric experimental spirit of the 1960s, and its excellent condition only enhances its value. Whether as a statement piece for your living room or a part of a curated Mid-Century Modern collection, this vase offers both beauty and history. **Condition Notes:** This vase is in **excellent vintage condition**, showing minimal wear that adds to its authenticity without detracting from its stunning visual impact. There are no visible cracks, chips, or repairs. **Collector's Note:** This particular BAY vase is not only a visually striking piece but also a significant example of post-war German craftsmanship. Its combination of sculptural form and vibrant glaze techniques makes it a quintessential **Mid-Century Modern** artefact, ready to grace any collector's shelf or contemporary home. **Shipping & Purchase Information:** - Insured shipping worldwide. - Please inquire for international rates or additional details. Don’t miss out on this exquisite opportunity to own a piece of mid-century German art pottery!
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Naturally occurring manufacturer’s defects, slight surface scratching, or wear consistent with normal use may be present.
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Specifications
ConditionVery goodColorsMint, Turquoise, Green, Blue, Multi ColorMaterialCeramicNumber of items1StyleVintageBrandBay KeramikHeight30 cmWidth10 cmDepth10 cm