When was the heyday of West German pottery?
The Heydays of West German Pottery were the 1950’s to 1970’s although so some very nice pieces have been produced up until the 1980’s. There are some well known manufacturers such as Scheurich (still operating today), Jasba, Bay (famous designs by Bodo Mans), Ceramano, Jopeko, Otto and many more.
Who are the major producers of pottery in Germany?
Scheurich, Carstens, Bay, ES, and Dümler & Breiden were the most prolific producers, and while production began slowing in the early 1970s, a wide variety of art pottery was produced well in the 1980s. West German Art Pottery is well known for its great variety of forms and expressive colors.
Which is the best pottery of East Germany?
ES Keramik: (Emons & Sohne, 1921-1974) Quality of forms and decorations covered a broad range, but the good items are very good; one of the best is pitcher form 683, later released with shape number 883. As more items are properly attributed to ES, their status continues to rise.
What kind of marks are on German porcelain?
Pottery Marks – German Porcelain. See related links to what you are looking for. Antique Pottery Makers’ Marks | German ‘Crown Mark with N’ Porcelain Mark – A J. Uffrecht & Co German ‘Crown Mark with N’ Porcelain Mark – A J. Uffrecht & Co Figurine?
What kind of pottery is in West Germany?
West German Art Pottery is well known for its great variety of forms and expressive colors. The pottery began getting attention in the mid 1990s, and interest has been growing every since.
When did the pottery industry in Germany recover?
After the defeat of Nazi Germany, it took a few years to rebuild the German pottery industry. During its heyday from the 1950s until the 1970s, over 100 pottery and porcelain companies and studio potters were actively producing art pottery in West Germany.
How old do you have to be to buy antique porcelain from Germany?
If you are looking for an antique piece of porcelain that was “Made in Germany,” you need to purchase something at least 100 years old, according to the US Customs Service. A piece of porcelain under 100 years old may be called an antique (which is a fairly flexible term), but for legal reasons, the century mark is official.
Pottery Marks – German Porcelain. See related links to what you are looking for. Antique Pottery Makers’ Marks | German ‘Crown Mark with N’ Porcelain Mark – A J. Uffrecht & Co German ‘Crown Mark with N’ Porcelain Mark – A J. Uffrecht & Co Figurine?
Who are the manufacturers of West German vases?
There are some well known manufacturers such as Scheurich (still operating today), Jasba, Bay (famous designs by Bodo Mans), Ceramano, Jopeko, Otto and many more. Although I am very found of colorful Fat Lava glazes I also like the more muted glazes, a subtle speckled design on a striking shape.
What was the name of the East German Pottery Company?
E-mail Us Gramann (Topferei Römhild): Gramann, also known as Töpferei Römhild was an East German company. Most works are hand made and feature some of the earliest volcanic glazes for the era. See our Gramann for Sale
What kind of pottery did Jakob Schwaderlapp make?
Jasba: (1926-current) Started by Jakob Schwaderlapp and located in Baumbach. Well-known early decors include Cortina and Jaspatina, but the company produced a wide variety of styles, especially in the 60s. Economics forced them to stop significant art pottery production in the early 70s and survive on more utilitarian items.
Where can I find east and West German pottery?
At Gin-For’s Odditiques, we specialize in above average, harder to find East and West German pottery from companies such as Bay Keramik, Carstens, Ceramano, Dümler & Breiden, ES Keramik, Fohr, Gramann Römhild, Marzi & Remy, Otto Keramik, Ruscha, Scheurich, Silberdistel, Ü-Keramik and many others. We also try to have a clue what we’re talking about.
Jasba: (1926-current) Started by Jakob Schwaderlapp and located in Baumbach. Well-known early decors include Cortina and Jaspatina, but the company produced a wide variety of styles, especially in the 60s. Economics forced them to stop significant art pottery production in the early 70s and survive on more utilitarian items.
When did Bay Keramik stop making art pottery?
Bay Keramik: Started by Eduard Bay in 1933; note that it’s not correct that Bay stopped art pottery production in 1971; some art production continued into the 1980s, including some striking works….and some not so striking.
