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Hans Stangl's Modern Madonna for Rosenthal's Studio-Linie
Submitted by Duke on Tue, 02/15/2011 - 6:55pm
Hans Stangl's Modern Madonna for Rosenthal's Studio-Linie
This has long been a favorite - it took a while, but I ascertained that this figure was designed by Hans Stangl (do not confuse with Martin Stangl) for Rosenthal. I know of at least 3 different forms of these Modern Madonna figures by Rosenthal, desinged by Stangl - but there could be more! This one stands at about 9 inches tall; there is a smaller example of the same figure at about 5 inches tall.
The term Studio-Linie is old-fashioned, linie being German for line. Today, Rosenthal calls it Studio Line, even in their German materials! This modern line of artwares at Rosenthal began in 1961. I am truly not that learned, but there are numerous astounding examples of ceramic designs by the übercrust of Europe. Tapio Wirkkala's Pollo (or chicken) vases would be representative - look it up, or just visit their current website! They apparently still make Pollo.
Markings: note the gold S mark for Rosenthal Studio-Linie. It's obscured a bit by part of a paper label, apparently from the Rosenthal store in Rome! ooo la la
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Re: Hans Stangl's Modern Madonna for Rosenthal's Studio-Linie
Really beautiful, Rick. You're pulling out all of the stops lately. Thanks for generously sharing your amazing collection.
Re: Hans Stangl's Modern Madonna for Rosenthal's Studio-Linie
Wonderful. I can't believe I'm writing this, but this is a case where crazing (I assume it's intentional) is a beautiful thing.
Re: Hans Stangl's Modern Madonna for Rosenthal's Studio-Linie
Crackle glassware and intentionally crazed ceramics definitely are a more traditional form of decoration. However, in this piece, the crazed finish adds almost a mosaic texture that gives this piece dimensionality. I agree with you, Clyde, this piece defies the norm and appeals to this modernist's sensibilities as well.
Re: Hans Stangl's Modern Madonna for Rosenthal's Studio-Linie
This is as modernist as modern comes. FANTASTIC find. And marked. Nice.