This striking mid-century modern vase was crafted by Urbach Keramik, a well-regarded Austrian ceramics workshop active in the early-to-mid 20th century.
The piece features a smooth, burnished black glaze with a subtle satin sheen, echoing the elegance of reduction-fired pottery. Its organic egg-shaped body tapers gracefully into a narrow base, giving it a refined, sculptural presence.
- Maker: Urbach Keramik (Austria)
- Date: Circa 1950s–1960s
- Material: Ceramic, reduction-style black glaze
- Mark: Stamped “Urbach Keramik” with the letter “A” inside a square (on base)
- Dimensions: 14" H 8.5" D
- Condition: Excellent vintage condition with light age-appropriate wear; no chips or cracks.
This vase is a beautiful example of Austrian modernist design and would make a timeless addition to any collection of European studio pottery, mid-century décor, or minimalist interiors.
This striking mid-century modern vase was crafted by Urbach Keramik, a well-regarded Austrian ceramics workshop active in the early-to-mid 20th century.
The piece features a smooth, burnished black glaze with a subtle satin sheen, echoing the elegance of reduction-fired pottery. Its organic egg-shaped body tapers gracefully into a narrow base, giving it a refined, sculptural presence.
- Maker: Urbach Keramik (Austria)
- Date: Circa 1950s–1960s
- Material: Ceramic, reduction-style black glaze
- Mark: Stamped “Urbach Keramik” with the letter “A” inside a square (on base)
- Dimensions: 14" H 8.5" D
- Condition: Excellent vintage condition with light age-appropriate wear; no chips or cracks.
This vase is a beautiful example of Austrian modernist design and would make a timeless addition to any collection of European studio pottery, mid-century décor, or minimalist interiors.
