Loré Beesel Sculptural Ceramic Vase, Netherlands, c.1970s

An sculptural ceramic vase produced by Loré in Beesel, Netherlands, dating from approximately the 1970s.

Finished in a satin black glaze, the vase has an abstract, architectural form with four individually positioned openings rising from a continuous, organically shaped body. Its unusual construction lends itself to ikebana, the Japanese art of flower arranging, in which careful consideration is given to line, space and the relationship between individual stems.

The vase works equally well as a sculptural object without flowers.

Hand marked Loré and Beesel to the underside.

Maker

Loré Keramische Industrie was established in Beesel, Netherlands, in 1954 by Louis Thijssen and René Peeters, both former employees of the St. Joris pottery factory. The name Loré combines the first two letters of their respective names.

The company produced decorative ceramics alongside architectural tiles and other ceramic products, collaborating with several Dutch artists and sculptors.

During the late 1960s and 1970s, sculptor Matt Camps designed a series of experimental ceramic vases for Loré, characterised by their unusual asymmetrical and sculptural forms. Although this vase shares characteristics with that collection, its individual designer has not been established.

Loré continued production until 1981.

Condition

Good vintage condition with minor surface marks consistent with age. Please refer to photographs.

Dimensions

Approximately 18 cm high × 20 cm wide.

Details

Manufacturer: Loré Keramische Industrie

Origin: Beesel, Netherlands

Date: c.1970s

Material: Glazed ceramic

Colour: Black

Markings: Hand marked Loré, Beesel