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Rare Ammoniten Porcelaine Noire Porcelain Vase Martin Freyer for Rosenthal H24cm
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Product description
Ammoniten Porcelaine Noire Porcelain Vase – Martin Freyer for Rosenthal Studio-Line, Germany, 1970s
A remarkable sculptural vase from Rosenthal Studio-Line's celebrated Porcelaine Noire collection, designed by Martin Freyer and titled Ammoniten. Combining geometric precision with organic inspiration, the design references the spiralling forms of prehistoric ammonite fossils, translated into a highly tactile relief composition that transforms porcelain into sculpture.
The vase's gently curved rectangular body is articulated by fine vertical striations, creating a subtle architectural backdrop for the dramatic central relief. Emerging from the matte black surface, the ammonite-inspired motif unfolds in concentric ridges and radiating textures, producing a striking interplay of shadow, depth, and movement. As light shifts across the surface, the relief reveals new layers of complexity, making the piece appear almost animated.
Executed in Rosenthal's patented Porcelaine Noire, the vase combines a velvety matte exterior with a glossy black interior. This innovative material, introduced by Rosenthal Studio-Line during its most experimental years, remains one of the most distinctive achievements in postwar European porcelain design.
Dimensions
Height: 24.5 cm
Width: 24 cm
Depth: 11 cm
Material
Porcelaine Noire (black bisque porcelain)
Brand
Rosenthal Studio-Line
Designer
Martin Freyer
Model
Ammoniten
Color
Black
Era
1970s
Origin
Germany
Condition
Good to very good vintage condition. A small chip is present on the lower edge near one corner of the rim/base area and is not noticeable when the vase is standing in normal display position. Otherwise free from cracks or restorations, with only minor traces of age and use consistent with careful ownership.
Remarks
Original Rosenthal Studio-Line markings present. The Ammoniten model is among Martin Freyer's most sculptural Porcelaine Noire designs, combining geological inspiration with the designer's characteristic interest in texture, relief, and optical effects.
Martin Freyer (1909–1975) was one of Rosenthal Studio-Line's most influential creative figures. Working across graphic design, exhibition design, stage design, and industrial design, he helped define the visual language of German postwar modernism. His Porcelaine Noire works are particularly sought after for their fusion of artistic experimentation and technical innovation.
The ammonite motif evokes natural history while remaining unmistakably modern, making this piece equally compelling as a functional vessel or as a standalone sculptural object in contemporary, minimalist, brutalist, or monochrome interiors.
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Specifications
ConditionVery goodColorsBlackMaterialPorcelainNumber of items1Height24 cmWidth24 cmDepth11 cm
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Private sellerBerlin, GermanyOn Whoppah since August 2023 • 25 sales