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Rosenthal Studio-Line Ashtray & Bowl Duo Hans Theo Baumann Geometric Porcelain
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Private sellerBerlin, GermanyOn Whoppah since August 2023 • 25 sales
Product description
Rosenthal Studio-Line Ashtray & Bowl Duo by Hans Theo Baumann – Geometric Porcelain Ensemble, Germany, 1960s–1970s
An elegant and increasingly scarce Rosenthal Studio-Line ensemble designed by Hans Theo Baumann, comprising a large ashtray and a matching small bowl.
This curated duo showcases Baumann's masterful understanding of proportion and graphic design. The crisp square forms are softened by deep circular interiors finished in luminous turquoise glaze, while the exterior surfaces feature the designer's characteristic black geometric pattern — a sophisticated motif that transforms functional porcelain into a work of optical art.
The larger ashtray serves as the visual anchor of the composition, while the smaller bowl echoes its proportions on a reduced scale, creating a harmonious dialogue between scale, form, and pattern. Together they form a striking modernist arrangement that feels as relevant today as when it was first introduced.
About the Designer
Hans Theo Baumann (1924–2016) ranks among the most important German designers of the post-war period. Working across porcelain, textiles, architecture, industrial design, and graphic arts, he became renowned for his sophisticated use of geometry and pattern. His collaborations with Rosenthal Studio-Line helped redefine porcelain as a contemporary design medium, merging fine craftsmanship with the visual language of modern art.
Design & Function
While originally conceived as an ashtray and matching companion bowl, both pieces transcend their intended function and can be used as decorative objects, catchalls, jewellery dishes, desk accessories, or sculptural tabletop accents.
Their architectural geometry and striking turquoise-black palette make them particularly effective in mid-century modern, contemporary, and graphic interiors.
Details
Designer: Hans Theo Baumann
Manufacturer: Rosenthal Studio-Line
Origin: Germany
Model: 4084
Period: 1960s–1970s
Material: Porcelain
Colours: White porcelain with turquoise glaze and black geometric décor
Included:
1 large ashtray
1 matching small bowl
Dimensions
Ashtray:
16 × 16 × 3 cm
Small Bowl:
8 × 8 × 3 cm
Condition
Excellent vintage condition.
No chips, cracks, repairs, or significant signs of wear observed. The glaze remains bright and glossy, and the geometric décor is beautifully preserved.
Collector's Note
Rosenthal Studio-Line objects by Hans Theo Baumann are recognised as important examples of German modernist design. Ensembles combining multiple sizes are considerably less common than individual pieces and offer collectors a more complete presentation of Baumann's distinctive visual language. The combination of bold graphic pattern, refined proportions, and vibrant colour makes this duo an exceptional decorative statement as well as a desirable collector's piece.
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Specifications
ConditionVery goodColorsTurquoiseMaterialPorcelainNumber of items2Height3 cmWidth16 cmDepth16 cm
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Private sellerBerlin, GermanyOn Whoppah since August 2023 • 25 sales