Scheurich 517 Appraisal

Vintage Scheurich West German Keramik Vase (Base View)

This is a detailed view of the base of a vintage Mid-Century Modern ceramic vase, manufactured by the renowned West German firm Scheurich Keramik. The item is crafted from white or red clay, finished with a vibrant, glossy reddish-orange glaze that exhibits a fine, consistent texture characteristic of high-quality mid-20th-century European pottery. The base is circular and slightly recessed, featuring embossed molded markings that are crisp and legible. The text 'scheurich' in a lowercase sans-serif font is visible, accompanied by the company’s distinct three-circle (clover-like) logo. Below this, the phrase 'Made in GERMANY' is embossed in uppercase letters. The mold number '629-18' is clearly impressed, where '629' indicates the shape and '18' denotes the height of the vessel in centimeters (approximately 7 inches). The condition appears excellent with minimal visible shelf wear to the unglazed foot rim. There is a small area in the center that appears to have some adhesive residue from a prior price tag or label, but no chips, cracks, or significant crazing are visible in this photograph. This piece represents the 'Fat Lava' era of ceramic production, typically dating from the 1960s to the 1970s, known for its bold colors and experimental glazes.