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Rosenthal Tapio Wirkkala Vase Duo Black Matte Porcelain Studio-Line Mid Century
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Berlin, GermanyOn Whoppah since August 2023 • 23 sales
Product description
Porcelain Vase Duo - Tapio Wirkkala for Rosenthal, Mid-Century / Late 20th Century
Description: Sculptural black matte porcelain vase duo by Tapio Wirkkala for Rosenthal, combining strict cylindrical form with a refined relief of vertical ribs and clustered raised dots. The design reflects Wirkkala’s gift for turning minimal geometry into something atmospheric and tactile, with a surface that feels almost like rainfall, reeds, or a graphic soundwave.
Dimensions:
Large vase: H 25 cm, W 11.5 cm, D 8.5 cm
Small vase: H 20.5 cm
Material: Porcelain
Brand: Rosenthal
Designer: Tapio Wirkkala
Color: Black
Condition: Very good vintage condition
Era: Mid-Century / Late 20th Century
Origin: Germany
Remarks: Matte black porcelain; larger vase marked 3097/24. Minimal signs of age and handling wear; elegant overall presentation.
About the artist: Tapio Wirkkala was one of the major Finnish designers of the 20th century, celebrated for his work across glass, porcelain, silver, and product design. His designs are known for their sculptural clarity, Nordic restraint, and ability to translate natural rhythms into highly refined modern forms.
About the manufacturer: Rosenthal is one of Germany’s most important porcelain manufacturers and became especially influential through its modern design production, collaborating with leading international designers. Pieces by Tapio Wirkkala for Rosenthal are particularly sought after for the way they merge Scandinavian design language with German porcelain craftsmanship.
Design observations: What makes this duo strong is the tension between the pure cylinder and the animated relief zone that interrupts it. The ribbed lower section gives the pieces structure and vertical pull, while the dotted upper band introduces a softer, almost organic vibration, making the pair feel both architectural and poetic.
What for: Ideal for collectors of Rosenthal Studio-Line, Finnish modern design, and black sculptural porcelain, but equally strong for everyday interior styling. These vases work beautifully on a console, shelf, sideboard, or pedestal, especially in minimalist, monochrome, postmodern, or modernist interiors; they look particularly good with a few bare branches or left empty as sculptural objects.
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Specifications
ConditionVery goodColorsBlackMaterialPorcelainNumber of items2BrandRosenthalHeight25 cmWidth11 cmDepth8 cm
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About this seller
Berlin, GermanyOn Whoppah since August 2023 • 23 sales