White Porcelain Pitcher-Style Vase with Relief Medallion

Vintage white porcelain pitcher-style vase from the late 1960s–early 1970s showcases West German Op Art elegance. The sculptural form with a slightly flattened belly creates a minimalist silhouette, complemented by an oval handle that enhances the pitcher shape. At its center, a raised relief rosette medallion adds texture and detail, while the glossy glaze highlights the purity of the porcelain and precise craftsmanship. Finished inside and out, the vase is a refined decorative object with subtle sculptural character. In very good vintage condition with no cracks or chips, it is an ideal collectible for lovers of mid-century modern and op art porcelain.

Product details

• Overall dimensions: 7" (height) × 3 1/2" (width)
• Technique: Molded white porcelain with relief ornament, fully glazed
• Origin: Germany (Royal Porzellan Bavaria KPM / Kerafina, Marktredwitz)
• Date: Late 1960s – early 1970s
• Signature: Royal Porzellan Bavaria KPM Germany (stamped on base)
• Condition: Very good vintage condition; no cracks or chips

Royal Porzellan Bavaria KPM, also known as Kerafina Porzellan Manufaktur, was a porcelain manufacturer based in Marktredwitz, Bavaria, Germany. Active primarily in the mid-20th century, the company produced elegant decorative porcelain under the “Royal KPM” label, which should not be confused with the historic Königliche Porzellan-Manufaktur Berlin. Kerafina specialized in refined vases, decorative vessels, and giftware, often in minimalist white or pastel glazes with relief detailing, gilding, or hand-applied ornamentation. Pieces marked "Royal Porzellan Bavaria KPM Germany" are appreciated today for their elegant design, quality of finish, and place in the postwar tradition of West German porcelain artistry.