HANNS WELLING FOR CERAMANO ‘ELBA’ JUG VASE Nr. 212 (25 cm)
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HANNS WELLING FOR CERAMANO ‘ELBA’ JUG VASE Nr. 212 (25 cm)

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HANNS WELLING FOR CERAMANO ‘ELBA’ JUG VASE Nr. 212 (25 cm)A well formed jug vase from Ceramano Keramik in the mottled green and brown 'Elba' decor designed by Hanns Welling in 1960. This is a flawless example of form number 212 (d. 1959), and the quality of the decor is exemplary. a perfect collector's item. CERAMANO was the brainchild of Jakob Schwaderlapp, the founder of Jasba Keramik. He set up the sister factory in 1959 to produce higher end ceramicsartistic and often experimentalto complement the mass

A well formed jug vase from Ceramano Keramik in the mottled green and brown 'Elba' decor designed by Hanns Welling in 1960.  This is a flawless example of form number 212 (d.1959), and the quality of the decor is exemplary.  a perfect collector's item.

CERAMANO was the brainchild of Jakob Schwaderlapp, the founder of Jasba Keramik.  He set up the sister factory in 1959 to produce higher-end ceramics—artistic and often experimental—to complement the mass-produced lines of Jasba.  Previously the production of such items was restricted to small workshops; Schwaderlapp's concept was to replicate the look and feel of the work of craftsmen using modern production methods.  The enterprise went public at the Frankfurt Spring Fair with an extensive production range, and the designer Hanns Welling was introduced as the man in charge—responsible for all CERAMANO shapes and décors as well as all advertising.  Welling remained at the helm until 1962 when the position of head designer was handed to Gerda Heuckeroth (later known for her amazing body of work at Carstens).

To achieve its goals, CERAMANO employed many of the top artists of the day, notably (in addition to Welling and Heuckeroth) Dudas Laszlo.  The items it produced were generally of a high quality and a varied nature.  Many of the more expensive pieces were completely handmade on a wheel—using CERAMANO's signature reddish-brown clay, naturally.  Top decors include 'Pergamon,' 'Rustica,' and 'Rubin' plus rarities such as 'Saturn,' 'Incrusta,' and 'Achat.'  Bases are generally hand-marked or engraved by the décor artist with the shape number, décor name, and artist's initials (space permitting).  This practice enhanced the "studio work" semblance of CERAMANO pieces.  Schwaderlapp's son and partner, Willi Schwaderlapp, took over the company in 1964 and split it off from Jasba entirely.

[Note:  Whenever a shape number present, it usually has three-digits and is sometimes followed by a second number, ranging from one to six, that indicates relative size.  Whether or not text is included on the base depends largely on the size of the vase.  'Handarbeit,' or Handmade, is a common engraving.  Vases from later periods were provided with paper labels.]

CERAMANO continued to develop economically with the takeovers of Waku Feuerfest and Steinzeug- und Mosaikplattenfabrik in the 1970s, allowing for expansion into the production of tableware and architectural tiles, respectively.  Export share increased for a time, but the gambit ultimately proved unsuccessful.  As the 1980s progressed, interest in art pottery began to wane sharply.  CERAMANO finally closed its doors in 1989.  (Jasba is still in operation, producing industrial tiles exclusively.)

HANNS WELLING was responsible for some of the most sophisticated output of several of the best post-war German art-pottery manufacturers—Keto, Ruscha, and CERAMANO among them.  He served as the last's artistic director in the early 1970s—otherwise little is recorded about his relationships with these firms.  Many famous CERAMANO shapes and decors are ascribed to him: 'Pergamon,' 'Koralle,' 'Minerva,' 'Ceralux,' 'Tundra.'  Welling also designed tableware and collectibles for Goebel Porzellan.

Designer Hanns welling
Manufacturer CERAMANO
Design Period 1960 to 1969
Production Period 1960 to 1969
Country of Manufacture Germany
Identifying Marks This piece has been attributed based on archival documentation, such as vintage catalogs, designer records, or other literature sources
Style Vintage, Mid-Century, Hand-Crafted, Minimalist, Modernist
Detailed Condition Excellent — This vintage piece is in near original condition. It may show minimal traces of use and/or have slight restorations.
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Materials Ceramic
Color Olive, brown
Width 6.5 inch
Depth 6.5 inch
Height 9.8 inch
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