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Rosenthal Porcelaine Noire “Plissée” Curated Duo by Martin Freyer Matte Black
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Rosenthal Porcelaine Noire “Plissée” Curated Duo by Martin Freyer – Matte Black Porcelain Vases, Germany
An exceptionally elegant sculptural duo from Rosenthal’s celebrated Porcelaine Noire series, designed by Martin Freyer. These two matte black porcelain vases reinterpret the classic Plissée vocabulary through a darker, more architectural lens — transforming pleated porcelain into something almost fluid, aerodynamic, and quietly dramatic.
Executed in Rosenthal’s iconic matte black porcelain finish, both forms display Freyer’s signature flowing vertical reliefs: delicate linear pleats that expand and contract across the body like fabric frozen in motion. The surface absorbs light with remarkable softness, creating shifting shadows that emphasise the sensual curvature of the silhouettes.
Together, the two pieces create a compelling sculptural dialogue between scale, proportion, and rhythm.
Included in the Duo
Large “Plissée” Vase
Dimensions:
• Height: 21 cm
• Width: 17.5 cm
• Depth: 17.5 cm
A striking bulbous form tapering into an elongated neck, with deeply flowing vertical pleats that create a sense of upward movement and quiet monumentality. The silhouette recalls draped textile, organic growth, or aerodynamic industrial design.
Small “Plissée” Vase
Dimensions:
• Height: 12 cm
• Width: approx. 7 cm
• Depth: approx. 7 cm
A more compact interpretation of the same formal language, with softer proportions and intimate scale. Together with the larger vase, it creates a beautifully balanced architectural composition.
Design & Aesthetic
Martin Freyer’s work for Rosenthal represents some of the most refined sculptural porcelain design of the late 20th century. The Plissée series transforms the softness of folded fabric into controlled porcelain geometry, while the Porcelaine Noire finish introduces a far more sensual and contemporary character than the classic white versions.
The matte black surface enhances:
• the depth of the relief structure
• the fluidity of the vertical pleating
• and the sculptural interaction of light and shadow
The result feels simultaneously minimalist and expressive — somewhere between fashion, architecture, and organic abstraction.
Material & Finish
• Finest Rosenthal porcelain
• Matte black “Porcelaine Noire” finish
• Deep vertical pleated relief structure
• Soft tactile satin-matte surface
Designer & Manufacturer
• Designer: Martin Freyer
• Manufacturer: Rosenthal, Germany
• Series: Plissée / Porcelaine Noire
Condition
Very good vintage condition overall with no chips, cracks, or repairs observed. One vase shows light superficial scratches visible under certain lighting conditions, consistent with careful age-related handling.
Why This Duo Stands Out
• Iconic Rosenthal Porcelaine Noire design
• Elegant sculptural pairing in two scales
• Exceptional matte black porcelain finish
• Strong interplay between fashion-inspired pleating and modernist form
• Increasingly collectible Martin Freyer designs
• Ideal for minimalist, monochrome, postmodern, or contemporary interiors
This duo does not rely on ornament or colour.
Its impact comes entirely through silhouette, rhythm, texture, and shadow — porcelain reduced to pure sculptural presence.
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Specifications
ConditionVery goodColorsBlackMaterialPorcelainNumber of items2Height21 cmWidth18 cmDepth18 cm
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Private sellerBerlin, GermanyOn Whoppah since August 2023 • 25 sales