Bidspirit auction | Vintage West German pottery jug


Vintage West German pottery jug - , likely produced between the 1950s and 1970s. It features a distinctive ”Fat Lava” style glaze, commonly characterized by thick, textured, or metallic glazes over a colored base. These decorative vessels were produced by various manufacturers such as Scheurich, Bay Keramik, or Carstens.  ”Fat Lava” refers to a distinct style of West German art pottery popular in the 1960s and 1970s, characterized by thick, textured, and often bubbly glazes that resemble molten or flowing volcanic lava. These pieces feature bold, tactile surfaces and vibrant colors, representing a creative, experimental era of post-war German design.