Rosenthal vase

Stunning mid-century modern vase by Fritz Heidenreich (b. 1895 - d. 1966) ceramist and sculptor. Heidenreich designed this piece as an orchid vase in the early1950s as part of his collaboration with Rosenthal. The mid-century Modernist design influence of organic form is very much evident in the accentuated curves throughout this piece. This stylish work would suit a room with Minimalist, Modernist or Retro decor themes."Fritz Heidenreich was a ceramist and sculptor. He was a Rosenthal employee from 1919 to 1960, however, from 1946 onwards he became the head of the art department in Selb. His artistic activities did not merely end with sculpting wildlife or birds in porcelain - he also tried to find contemporary ways of expressing his sense of forms. T Vintage 1950s german porcelain vase by Fritz Heidenreich for Rosenthal Kunstabteilung Selb, Germany.
This rare model 2690 comes in a strong black and white colour and remains in nice vintage condition. 
 There is a small spot in the black glazing. No chips or cracks.
Fully signed on the bottom.

Measurements:
Height 21cm / 8.27"
Max. length 8cm / 3.15"
Max. width 4.5cm / 1.77"
Weight ca. 0.250kg / 0.55 lbs

Ref. : GTGB2QCR