West Germany. Circa 1970.

Glazed ceramic vase, mold model 429-45 from Scheurich, a company founded by Alois Scheurich and his cousin Fridolin Greulich in 1928, in Schneeberg. Initially a wholesaler of glass, porcelain, and ceramics, in 1948 they began their own production of household ceramics. Their mid-20th-century pieces, known for their vibrant colours and unique shapes, are highly sought after by collectors. Today, Scheurich is a market leader in indoor planters and accessories for flowers and plants.