Expressive modernist vase-jug from Carstens Tönnieshof, Austria, dating to the 1970s. The piece combines sculptural form with bold color contrast: a deep metallic bronze neck and handle over a bulbous body finished in intense orange glaze. The raised circular relief adds rhythm and tactility, emphasizing the dynamic surface typical of mid-century European studio ceramics.
The shape is distinctive: rounded and architectural, balanced by the angular handle. Both decorative and functional, it reflects the era’s fascination with organic textures and saturated color.
Design and Materials
Maker: Carstens Tönnieshof
Country: Austria
Period: 1970s
Model number: 4096-15 (impressed mark)
Material: glazed ceramic
Height: 17 cm
Colors: metallic bronze, orange, black accents
Condition
Excellent vintage condition. No cracks or chips; clean glaze with original sheen.
Style Notes
A striking example of West German/Austrian art ceramics, combining modernist form and vivid palette - a collector’s piece that stands out in any interior.
