Gold & Sage

Name: Bay Keramik “Gold & Sage” Vase
 
Type: Vase
 
Year: Circa 1950s–1960s
 
Set: No
 
Mark: Bay Keramik - Bay Keramik
 
History: This elegant mid-century West German vase was produced by Bay Keramik, a leading ceramics manufacturer established in Ransbach-Baumbach in 1933. Known for high-quality glazes and refined forms, Bay Keramik was prominent in the Fat Lava and post-war ceramic boom.
 
 
The featured piece showcases their mastery of glazing techniques, with a smooth satin-finished sage green body complemented by a metallic gold lustre collar and banded foot. The applied foil sticker reading "Bay Keramik" along with the faint incised markings underneath confirms authenticity, though the form number appears obscured due to firing glaze.
 
 
The bulbous, tulip-flaring shape is typical of Bay’s mid-century modern aesthetic, making it not just a functional vase but a collector’s object for enthusiasts of West German pottery. Its condition appears excellent, with only minor wear around the base.
 
 
Use & Appeal: A decorative mid-century vase perfect for minimal floral displays or display on a credenza or shelving unit. Sought after for both its subtle palette and period-specific appeal, this is an accessible entry point into the world of West German ceramics collecting.
 
Flaws: None