Glasstruktur Vase – Martin Freyer for Rosenthal, 1970s

Brutalist-inspired, clear textured glass vase with a narrow mouth and squarish footprint, designed by German artist Martin Freyer for Rosenthal Studio-Line. The relief surface catches light with architectural clarity—an iconic 1970s Rosenthal statement.

• Dimensions: H 25 cm, W 18 cm, D 12 cm
• Material: Pressed/textured glass
• Brand: Rosenthal Studio-Line, Glasfabrik Bad Soden
• Designer: Martin Freyer
• Color: Clear
• Condition: Good vintage condition; light wear consistent with age
• Era: 1970s
• Origin: Germany
  
• Remarks: Shape Nr. 2 0386

A collectible for Brutalist and Mid-Century fans, yet practical for everyday styling.

Hans Martin Freyer (1909–1975) was a German painter, graphic and industrial designer whose work ranged from architecture and stage design to textiles and product design. Best known to the wider public as the creator of the refined Volkswagen VW logo in 1938, he later worked as a freelance designer of patterns, structures and reliefs. From 1964 to 1974 he designed for Rosenthal, developing sculptural relief decorations for glass and porcelain in the studio-line – most famously the Plissée vases, whose pleated, fabric-like white or black bisque surfaces remain icons of mid-century and Op-Art influenced German porcelain design.

Rosenthal, founded in 1879 in Selb, Bavaria, is one of Germany’s most important porcelain manufacturers, recognised for combining industrial production with high design standards. With its Studio-Linie programme from the 1960s onwards, Rosenthal invited international artists and designers to create avant-garde forms and décors, making pieces like this set both functional objects and design collectibles.