{"product_id":"art-deco-footed-ceramic-bowl-margarete-heymann-lobenstein-for-hael-werkstatten-early-1930s","title":"Art Deco Footed Ceramic Bowl – Margarete Heymann-Löbenstein for Haël-Werkstätten, Early 1930s","description":"\u003cp\u003eMatte-glazed earthenware bowl raised on three feet and hand-painted with turquoise rings, black lines and lilac-pink abstract motifs. Designed by Bauhaus-trained Margarete Heymann-Löbenstein, co-founder of Haël-Werkstätten, it reflects her distinctive combination of disciplined geometry, expressive colour and playful movement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: H 6.5 cm, Dia. 21.5 cm\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Matte-glazed earthenware\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Haël-Werkstätten\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigner: Margarete Heymann-Löbenstein\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColor: Turquoise, black, lilac-pink and soft violet\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCondition: Good vintage condition with one small chip to the rim, minor age-related wear and kiln irregularities; no cracks or repairs observed\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEra: Early 1930s\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Germany\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemarks: Hand-painted decoration continuing around the exterior; rim chip documented in the photographs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBest displayed as a collector’s object on a console, sideboard or within a glass cabinet, where the elevated form and decoration remain visible. Its historical importance and delicate condition make decorative display more appropriate than regular functional use, particularly for collections focused on Bauhaus, Art Deco and pioneering women in design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMargarete Heymann-Löbenstein \u003c\/strong\u003e(1899–1990) was a German ceramic designer, former Bauhaus student and co-founder of Haël-Werkstätten. Her designs combined clear forms with expressive colour and freely painted geometric motifs. Forced to leave Germany, she emigrated to Britain in 1936 and continued working under the name Grete Marks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFounded in Marwitz in 1923, \u003cstrong\u003eHaël-Werkstätten\u003c\/strong\u003e became known for geometric forms, vivid matte glazes and abstract decoration under Margarete Heymann-Löbenstein. Persecuted as a Jewish entrepreneur, she closed the company in 1933 and was forced to sell it below value in 1934. The HB-Werkstätten were subsequently established on the same premises under Hedwig Bollhagen, retaining some equipment, employees and forms while developing a distinct new identity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Haël-Werkstätten","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57377280065911,"sku":"2134","price":750.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0923\/0434\/3415\/files\/2134_03.05.2026_1_Bowl_Hael-Werkstatten_MargareteHeymann-Lobenstein_Beige_Colorful_Ceramics_Matt_6_5-1.jpg?v=1786783522","url":"https:\/\/www.berlinretrofinds.com\/products\/art-deco-footed-ceramic-bowl-margarete-heymann-lobenstein-for-hael-werkstatten-early-1930s","provider":"Berlin Retro Finds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}