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Rosenthal Studio Linie White Glossy Porcelain SPIRIT Vase Duo by Platt & Young
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Berlin, GermanyOn Whoppah since August 2023 • 20 sales
Product description
Rosenthal Studio-Line “Spirit” Vase Duo – White Glossy Porcelain by Robin Platt & Cairn Young – Free Spirit Collection, ca. 1999
Contemporary Sculptural Porcelain with Museum Recognition
Elevate your design collection with this iconic duo from Rosenthal Studio-Line’s “Free Spirit” series, designed by the acclaimed British team Robin Platt and Cairn Young. Produced in Germany circa 1999, these vases exemplify the innovative edge of late-20th-century porcelain: sculptural, dynamic, and deeply refined.
Each vase is cast in high-gloss porcelain in brilliant white, accentuating their signature Y-shaped silhouette. The design bridges biomorphic fluidity and architectural precision, resulting in a pair of functional art objects that stand out in any modern interior.
Product Details
Manufacturer: Rosenthal Studio-Line, Germany
Collection: Free Spirit
Designers: Robin Platt & Cairn Young
Model Number: Form 14212
Period: Late 1990s
Materials: Glazed porcelain (white)
Dimensions:
– White vase: H 22 cm × L 18.5 cm × W 8.5 cm
– Taller vase: H 24 cm
Marks: Both vases bear the Rosenthal maker’s mark and printed signatures of the designers at the base
Condition: Excellent vintage condition with only minimal signs of age or handling
Design Significance
The “Spirit” design reflects the experimental formal language of the 1990s, where object design was shaped as much by sculpture and digital architecture as by traditional tableware. The result is a poetic, almost anatomical form—expressive yet utilitarian.
Robin Platt, trained at the London College of Furniture, won the Gordon Russell Trust Award in 1988 and was named “New Designer of the Year” in 1989. Cairn Young, educated at the Central School of Art and Kingston University, has worked in tandem with Platt since 1991. Their work—ranging from tableware to product and spatial design—is known for its tactile intelligence and formal wit.
These vases are more than decorative: they are part of design history. A version of the “Spirit” vase is held in the permanent collection of the Victoria & Albert Museum in London, underlining its importance in contemporary ceramic design.
Shipping & Terms
Carefully packaged and shipped with full tracking and insurance
International shipping available; import duties/taxes are the responsibility of the buyer
Returns not accepted
This is a private sale, in accordance with §13 BGB (German Civil Code)
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All vintage items are described and photographed with care. Some minor wear consistent with age or manufacture may be present and will be clearly described when significant. No chips, cracks, or repairs unless stated.
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Specifications
ConditionExcellentColorsWhiteMaterialPorcelainNumber of items2BrandRosenthalHeight22 cmWidth18 cmDepth8 cm
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About this seller
Berlin, GermanyOn Whoppah since August 2023 • 20 sales