Vintage Ceramic Vase by Dümler & Breiden, West Germany, 1950

Ceramic art vase from West Germany, representative of the artisanal production of the late 1950s. The vase has retained its small original period label marked "HÖHR" (with its coat of arms featuring two crossed keys), which is a rare detail. The body of the vase features a deep matte black glaze. The lower part is adorned with a wide band bordered by two golden stripes, with relief engraving forming a frieze of stylized geometric patterns (intertwined diamonds and arrows). These engravings reveal an underlayer with metallic tones ranging from bronze to antique gold and copper. The overall shape adopts a slender silhouette with a narrow neck, highlighted at the top by a double golden band. Light wear consistent with age and use.