Op-Art Porcelain Vase Duo - Manfred Frey for AK Kaiser, 1970s

A striking pair of porcelain vases with relief surfaces and contrasting finishes, attributed to Manfred Frey for AK Kaiser. One vase is finished in glossy glaze, the other in matte porcelain, creating a strong dialogue between light, texture, and form. The geometric relief pattern gives the duo a distinct Op-Art character, while the clean silhouettes keep the overall look balanced and modern.

• Dimensions:
  
  • Larger vase: H 29.5 cm, Dia. 12 cm
    
  • Smaller vase: H 22 cm, Dia. 8 cm
    
• Material: Porcelain
  
• Brand: AK Kaiser
  
• Designer: attributed to Manfred Frey
  
• Color: White
  
• Era: 1970s
  
• Origin: Germany
  
• Condition: Very good vintage condition; no chips or cracks. Minor age-appropriate wear consistent with careful use.
  
• Remarks: Set of two; one glossy and one matte finish

This duo has a crisp graphic presence that works especially well in interiors with glass, chrome, dark wood, or cleaner mid-century pieces. The contrast between matte and gloss gives the pair a quiet tension, while the relief pattern brings movement across the surface without making the objects feel busy.

AK Kaiser (known as Alboth & Kaiser until 1970) is a German porcelain manufacturer founded in 1872 by August Alboth in Coburg. Now based in Bad Staffelstein, the company is celebrated for its fine white bodies, detailed bisque relief vases and figurines, as well as richly decorated tableware. Over the decades Kaiser porcelain has become a household presence in Germany and a favourite among collectors looking for refined yet accessible “fine china”.