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Dieter Mankau & Christa Häusler-Goltz Porcelaine Noire Bisque Porcelain Vase Duo
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Curated Rosenthal Studio-Linie Duo – Dieter Mankau & Christa Häusler-Goltz
Porcelaine Noire and Bisque Porcelain Sculptural Vases, Germany, 1970s
An exceptional curated pairing from Rosenthal's celebrated Studio-Linie program, bringing together two distinct yet complementary approaches to German modernist porcelain design of the 1970s.
Though conceived by different designers, these vases engage in a remarkable visual dialogue. Dieter Mankau's black Porcelaine Noire "Vibrations" vase explores rhythm, texture, and optical movement, while Christa Häusler-Goltz's white bisque porcelain vase embodies architectural clarity, restraint, and sculptural purity. Together they form a compelling study in contrast: black and white, texture and smoothness, shadow and light.
More than decorative vessels, they represent Rosenthal's ambitious vision of porcelain as a medium for contemporary art and design.
Design & Aesthetic Dialogue
At first glance, the two works appear radically different. Yet both are rooted in the same intellectual climate that shaped European design during the late modernist period.
Mankau's cylindrical vase is animated by a dense relief structure that seems to vibrate across its surface. Light moves continuously over the tactile black exterior, transforming the vessel into an optical object whose appearance shifts throughout the day.
Häusler-Goltz approaches form from an architectural perspective. Her vase is reduced to essential geometry, allowing proportion, volume, and subtle relief to define its presence. The matte white bisque porcelain surface captures light softly, emphasizing purity of form rather than decoration.
Displayed together, the two pieces create a striking visual balance. The black vase acts as a concentrated vertical accent, while the white vase introduces calm and spatial clarity. Their shared matte surfaces and sculptural sensibilities unite them despite their contrasting formal languages.
Vase 1 – "Vibrations" by Dieter Mankau
Designer: Prof. Dieter Mankau
Manufacturer: Rosenthal Studio-Linie
Series: Vibrations
Design Year: 1972
Material: Porcelaine Noire porcelain
Color: Black
Finish: Matte exterior, glazed interior
Height: approx. 25 cm
Diameter: approx. 7 cm
Markings: Rosenthal Studio-Linie mark
Condition: Excellent vintage condition. No chips, cracks, or restorations.
This celebrated design translates ideas from Op Art and architectural surface studies into porcelain. The rhythmic relief creates a sensation of movement despite the vase's strict cylindrical form, making it one of Mankau's most recognisable Studio-Linie creations.
Vase 2 – Architectural Bisque Porcelain Vase by Christa Häusler-Goltz
Designer: Christa Häusler-Goltz
Manufacturer: Rosenthal Studio-Linie
Design Period: 1970s
Material: Bisque porcelain
Color: White
Finish: Matte exterior, glossy white interior
Height: 24 cm
Width: 10 cm
Markings: Rosenthal Studio-Linie mark; signed example by the designer
Condition: Very good vintage condition. No chips, cracks, or restorations.
Häusler-Goltz's work reflects the influence of postwar architectural modernism, where form, proportion, and material become the primary means of expression. The vase possesses a quiet sculptural authority that rewards close observation.
About the Designers
Dieter Mankau belongs to the generation of designers who expanded Rosenthal Studio-Linie's visual language beyond traditional porcelain decoration, exploring texture, optical effects, and sculptural abstraction.
Christa Häusler-Goltz is recognised for her refined architectural approach to ceramic form, creating objects that blur the boundary between functional vessel and modern sculpture. Her work embodies the intellectual rigor and formal restraint associated with the finest examples of German postwar design.
Why This Duo Matters
• Two important Rosenthal Studio-Linie designers represented in a single curated pairing
• Contrasting examples of black Porcelaine Noire and white bisque porcelain
• Strong dialogue between Op Art-inspired relief and architectural minimalism
• Outstanding examples of 1970s German modernist porcelain
• Equally suitable for collectors of Studio-Linie, modernist ceramics, and sculptural decorative arts
• A highly versatile pairing that works in both minimalist and collector-focused interiors
Together, these vases demonstrate Rosenthal Studio-Linie's unique ability to transform porcelain into a vehicle for artistic experimentation, where form, surface, and material become as important as function itself.
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ConditionVery goodColorsWhiteMaterialPorcelainNumber of items2Height24 cmWidth10 cmDepth10 cm
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