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Rosenthal Vase Duo Bjørn Wiinblad Bisque Porcelaine Noire Matte Relief MCM WGP
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Product description
Bjørn Wiinblad for Rosenthal: Monumental Porcelaine Noire Vase Duo
Germany, 1960s | Studio-Linie Collection
A Sculptural Ensemble of Shadow and Light
This rare, museum-worthy pair of cylindrical vases by Danish master *Bjørn Wiinblad*, created for Rosenthal’s Studio-Linie in the 1960s, offers a breathtaking study in contrasts—where form meets fantasy and darkness becomes a canvas for light. Crafted from fine German porcelain and finished in a sumptuous matte black glaze, the vases are subtly enlivened by intricate, tactile reliefs of Wiinblad’s signature floral arabesques—ornamentation that seems to grow organically from the vessels themselves.
Evocative of Nordic folklore and operatic stagecraft, the vases evoke the deep sensuality of baroque theatre costumes rendered in the language of mid-century design. Rarely seen in this "Porcelaine Noire" finish, this duo exudes mystery and elegance—a perfect fusion of modernist clarity and decorative opulence.
Details:
- Designer: Bjørn Wiinblad
- Manufacturer: Rosenthal
- Series: Studio-Linie
- Design Period: 1960s
- Production Location: Germany
- Material: Porcelain
- Finish: Matte black exterior with gloss-black interiors
- Condition: Excellent vintage condition with only the most minimal traces of age. No chips or cracks.
Dimensions:
- Taller vase: Height 33 cm (approx. 13 in), Ø 8.5 cm
- Shorter vase: Height 19.5 cm (approx. 7.7 in), Ø 10.5 cm
Markings:
Both pieces are marked with the Rosenthal insignia and Wiinblad’s signature.
About the Artist:
Bjørn Wiinblad (1918–2006) was a singular voice in 20th-century design—a graphic visionary, ceramicist, illustrator, and theatrical designer whose opulent world stands in sharp contrast to the ascetic minimalism of his Scandinavian contemporaries. His long-standing collaboration with Rosenthal began in the 1950s, ushering in a new era of poetic porcelain. Wiinblad’s works for Rosenthal, including celebrated series like *Zauberflöte* and *1001 Nacht*, remain among the most collectible in modern European ceramics.
Aside from tableware and decorative arts, Wiinblad’s multidisciplinary genius touched on costume design, tapestry, poster art, and architectural ceramics, with works held in collections at MoMA, the V&A, and the Nationalmuseum of Stockholm.
A Statement for the Sophisticated Collector
This Porcelaine Noire duo is not merely decorative—it is theatrical sculpture. Ideal for interiors that value shadow play, contrast, and narrative detail, these vases anchor a space with a quiet yet commanding presence. Whether displayed as a set or individually staged, they bring both gravitas and fantasy to the table (or plinth).
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Specifications
ConditionVery goodColorsBlackMaterialPorcelainNumber of items2BrandRosenthalHeight20 cmWidth10 cmDepth10 cm