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HUTSCHENREUTHER Bisque Porcelain ARCHAIS Vase TRIO Heinrich FUCHS Op Art Retro
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Private sellerBerlin, GermanyOn Whoppah since August 2023 • 24 sales
Product description
Lorenz Hutschenreuther “ARCHAIS” Vase Trio by Heinrich Fuchs | Germany, 1960s–1970s | Bisque Porcelain | Op Art Mid-Century Design
Step into the refined world of mid-century German porcelain with this exquisite trio of “ARCHAIS” vases designed by Heinrich Fuchs for Lorenz Hutschenreuther. Crafted between the late 1960s and early 1970s, these sculptural pieces epitomize the meeting point between traditional craftsmanship and avant-garde design — porcelain reborn as pure form.
Design & Concept
Each vase in this rare trio is an exploration of rhythm, texture, and light. Fuchs transforms porcelain into architecture: surfaces ripple with geometric reliefs, evoking fossil imprints, shell structures, or carved stone — an abstract dialogue between nature and modernity.
The unglazed bisque porcelain intensifies the play of light and shadow, creating a quiet optical illusion that changes with every angle. The result is an Op Art-inspired aesthetic, deeply tactile yet serenely minimal.
Fuchs’s ARCHAIS series marked a radical departure for Hutschenreuther, which had long been known for figurative porcelain. These designs introduced a sculptural modernism that resonated with postwar European design, standing proudly alongside the innovations of Rosenthal’s Studio-Linie.
Designer
Heinrich Fuchs (1926–2011) was one of Hutschenreuther’s most influential designers. His CALABASH and ARCHAIS series, produced between 1965 and 1970, redefined the company’s visual identity. Fuchs blended organic inspiration with architectural order, creating porcelain pieces that were not merely vessels but studies in relief and structure.
His vases remain icons of German Op Art design, prized by collectors for their sculptural clarity and exceptional craftsmanship.
Details
Designer: Heinrich Fuchs
Manufacturer: Lorenz Hutschenreuther, Selb, Germany
Series: ARCHAIS
Material: Bisque porcelain (unglazed, matte finish)
Style: Op Art / Mid-Century Modern / Brutalist
Era: 1960s–1970s
Color: White
Dimensions:
M: H 27 cm × W 10 cm × D 10 cm (opening 7 × 7 cm)
L: H 29 cm × Ø 12 cm
XL: H 34 cm × W 8 cm × D 8 cm
Markings:
Stamped Hutschenreuther Germany and inscribed Fuchs.
Each vase carries its model number and the unmistakable refinement of Hutschenreuther’s porcelain craftsmanship.
Condition:
All three vases are in very good vintage condition with only light wear consistent with age.
– No chips, cracks, or repairs.
– The XL vase has a discreet production irregularity at the inner base (non-visible when displayed).
Aesthetic & Display
These vases function as sculptural compositions — minimalist yet monumental. Their rhythmic relief patterns animate even the simplest interior, offering a timeless focal point. Displayed together, they form a perfect architectural trio; placed individually, each stands as an autonomous artwork.
Their restrained geometry pairs beautifully with both mid-century furnishings and contemporary interiors, embodying German precision and modern serenity.
Summary
Designer: Heinrich Fuchs
Manufacturer: Lorenz Hutschenreuther, Germany
Series: ARCHAIS
Material: Bisque porcelain
Color: White, matte
Era: 1960s–1970s
Heights: 27 cm / 29 cm / 34 cm
Condition: Very good vintage
Style: Op Art, Mid-Century, Modernist
A rare, harmonious trio of sculptural porcelain vases, representing the pinnacle of Fuchs’s work and the creative evolution of German modernist design.
GENERAL INFORMATION (DE folgt)
Please explore my profile for more mid-century porcelain by Rosenthal, Hutschenreuther, and Studio-Linie designers.
Questions are welcome and will be answered promptly.
International buyers are welcome!
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All items are described and photographed with care. Vintage pieces may show light wear consistent with age; any significant flaws will be clearly noted.
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Private sale under German law: no refunds, returns, or warranties.
Buyer information will be used solely for completing the transaction and arranging shipment.
Specifications
ConditionVery goodColorsWhiteMaterialPorcelainNumber of items3Height34 cmWidth8 cmDepth8 cm
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Private sellerBerlin, GermanyOn Whoppah since August 2023 • 24 sales