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Hollóháza Porzellan 26cm Tall Black & White Graphic Art Vase Gold Accent Hungary
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Berlin, GermanyOn Whoppah since August 2023 • 20 sales
Product description
Hollóháza Porzellan – Tall Black & White Graphic Vase with Gold Accents – Hungary, c. 1970s–1980s
A striking and sophisticated porcelain vase from Hollóháza Porzellan, one of Hungary’s oldest and most prestigious manufactories (founded 1777). This tall cylindrical piece showcases the factory’s celebrated mastery of fine linework, graphic illustration, and luxurious gilding — a hallmark of Hollóháza’s late-20th-century design identity.
Design & Decoration
The vase combines:
High-contrast black and white illustration, executed with extraordinary precision
Intricate ornamental linework, reminiscent of Central European graphic art traditions and the sinuous detailing of Art Nouveau
A bold figurative portrait, stylised and theatrical, giving the piece the charm of a mythological narrative panel
Hand-applied gold bands at the neck and foot, adding a ceremonial luminosity
The interplay of glossy black surfaces, crisp white reserves, and fine hatching creates a dynamic optical effect — both decorative and architectural. The elongated proportions and flared rim lend the piece an elegant verticality.
Manufacturer & Provenance
Manufacturer: Hollóháza Porzellanmanufaktúra
Country: Hungary
Mark: Blue Hollóháza eagle mark (used after 1960)
Material: Porcelain, glossy glaze, black graphic print, gold detailing
Estimated Period: 1970s–1980s
Hollóháza’s post-war production is especially known for its sophisticated graphic vases, designed at the intersection of craft tradition, applied arts education, and Hungarian modernist illustration. Pieces of this calibre were often produced in small batches and are today sought after by collectors of Eastern European mid-century ceramics.
Dimensions
Height: 26 cm
Diameter (base): approx. 14 cm
Condition
Beautiful vintage condition with minimal age-consistent wear. Gold accents remain bright and the graphic decoration is crisp and intact. No chips or cracks.
Why Collect This Piece
Finely executed Central European graphic porcelain
Iconic Hollóháza black-and-white aesthetic
Striking presence — ideal as a sculptural display object
Increasingly rare outside Hungary and highly collectible
GENERAL INFORMATION
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International buyers are welcome.
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Specifications
ConditionExcellentColorsGold, White, BlackMaterialPorcelainNumber of items1Height26 cmWidth14 cmDepth14 cm
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About this seller
Berlin, GermanyOn Whoppah since August 2023 • 20 sales