Pair of Glazed Ceramic Vases in Navy Blue and Green Plaid

Vintage pair of glazed ceramic vases decorated in deep navy blue and green with a plaid-style pattern. Each vase features a tall, gently flared form with hand-painted vertical and horizontal strokes, creating a refined modernist design. Likely of German origin and dating to the second half of the 20th century, this pair exemplifies the elegance of mid-century European pottery. In excellent vintage condition, they are ideal as collectible decorative vases or striking home décor accents.

Product details:

• Overall dimensions: 11 3/4″ × 6 1/4″ each
• Technique: Glazed ceramic
• Origin: Germany
• Date: Second half of the 20th century
• Signature: Unsigned
• Condition: Excellent vintage condition

Ceramic ornaments, including vases, have a centuries-old tradition in Europe, dating back to ancient times when clay vessels served both functional and decorative purposes. During the Renaissance and Baroque periods, ceramics became a medium for rich ornamentation, with workshops in Italy, Germany, the Netherlands, and France developing distinctive styles—from Italian majolica and Dutch Delft to German faience and Meissen porcelain. In the 19th and 20th centuries, decorative ceramics took on new forms inspired by Art Nouveau, modernism, and postwar design, blending traditional hand-glazing and painting techniques with modern aesthetics. As a result, European vases and ceramic ornaments are still highly valued today by collectors and lovers of stylish interior decor.