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Tapio Wirkkala Porcelaine Noire Vase & Rare Ashtray Duo Rosenthal MCM Chic

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Berlin, GermanyOn Whoppah since August 2023 • 23 sales
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Tapio Wirkkala for Rosenthal Studio Line — Duo of Black Porcelaine Noire Sculptural Objects (Germany, 1960s) A rare and exquisitely balanced pairing from Tapio Wirkkala’s legendary collaboration with Rosenthal Studio Line: the Porcelaine Noire vase Model 7156 and the matching sculptural ashtray/object. Together, they form a monochrome dialogue of mass and void, shine and shadow—two autonomous works that amplify each other when displayed as a set. Executed in Rosenthal’s technically ambitious Porcelaine Noire, these pieces demonstrate the sculptural intelligence, precision, and material poetry that define Wirkkala’s finest work in porcelain. Few designers have explored the expressive potential of black ceramics with such restraint and authority. 1. Vase — Model 7156 (Height 23 cm) A museum-level example of Wirkkala’s sculptural minimalism. The vase is defined by a dramatic interplay of surfaces: the spherical lower body is cloaked in a deep, liquid-gloss black that absorbs and bends light, while the elongated neck transitions into a meticulously engraved matte surface. The extremely fine concentric striations—reminiscent of vinyl grooves—create an optical shimmer and a tactile vibration. This controlled duality is quintessential Wirkkala: glossy weight vs. matte levity, reflection vs. absorption, organic curvature vs. engineered precision. The result is a vessel that feels simultaneously modern and archaic—a piece that could stand in a design gallery or an archaeological display. Details – Vase • Manufacturer: Rosenthal Studio Line, Germany • Designer: Tapio Wirkkala • Model: 7156 • Material: Black Porcelaine Noire (gloss body, matte engraved neck) • Dimensions: Height 23 cm · Ø 16 cm • Period: ca. 1960s • Condition: Excellent vintage condition; no chips, cracks, or restorations. Minor expected age traces only. 2. Sculptural Ashtray / Object (Height 4.5 cm, Ø 14 cm) Originally conceived as an ashtray, this object today is best understood as a small porcelain sculpture—an example of Wirkkala’s fascination with elemental geometry. The form is composed of two parts: • a flattened glossy black porcelain sphere, and • a removable matte-black disc engraved with fine concentric rings. When assembled, the piece becomes a monolithic, almost enigmatic object—its presence more sculptural than functional. Light glides across the dome-like body while the matte disc remains cool and silent, creating a tension typical of Wirkkala’s works across glass, metal, and porcelain. Details – Ashtray/Object • Manufacturer: Rosenthal Studio Line, Germany • Designer: Tapio Wirkkala • Material: Porcelaine Noire — glossy body with matte engraved lid • Dimensions: Height 4.5 cm · Ø 14 cm • Period: ca. 1960s • Condition: Excellent vintage condition; no chips, cracks, or repairs. Minimal wear consistent with age. About the Designer — Tapio Wirkkala (1915–1985) A central figure in 20th-century Nordic design, Tapio Wirkkala worked with glass, silver, wood, and porcelain—always pushing materials toward new expressive and technical limits. His partnership with Rosenthal resulted in some of the most celebrated objects of the Studio Line era, with Porcelaine Noire standing out as a pinnacle of postwar European ceramic innovation. Wirkkala’s Rosenthal works are prized for their sculptural clarity, meditative quality, and extraordinary craftsmanship—qualities fully evident in this rare duo. General Information Please explore our profile for more vintage vases! International buyers: import duties or taxes, if applicable, are the buyer’s responsibility. All items are photographed and described with care. Vintage pieces may show minimal traces of age; any significant flaws will be clearly mentioned.
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ConditionVery goodColorsBlackMaterialPorcelainNumber of items2BrandRosenthalHeight23 cmWidth16 cmDepth16 cm

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