“Nebel” Porcelain Trio – Helmut Drexler for Rosenthal, 1970s

A sculptural trio of vintage Rosenthal vases designed by Helmut Drexler, showcasing bold geometric elegance in glossy black porcelain with platinum “Nebel” (Germ. for Fog) detailing. Produced in West Germany in the 1970s, this set reflects the height of modernist design—refined, architectural, and visually impactful.

Each vase features a sharp metallic motif that contrasts beautifully with the deep black glaze, creating a dynamic interplay of light and texture. Display them together for a curated statement or style individually to echo their graphic strength across your space.

• Dimensions:
  • Large: H 23,5 cm, W 8,5 cm, D 8,5 cm
  • Medium: H 20 cm, W 7 cm, D 7 cm
  • Small: H 15 cm, W 6 cm, D 6 cm
• Material: Porcelain
• Brand: Rosenthal
• Designer: Helmut Drexler
• Color: Glossy black with metallic platinum detailing
• Condition: Excellent vintage condition with minimal wear
• Era: 1970s
• Origin: Germany
• Remarks: small vase is the "second selection" (2. Wahl)

Versatile in styling, this set is ideal for displaying dried flowers, minimalist floral arrangements, or simply as striking decorative objects. A perfect fit for Art Deco, modernist, or contemporary interiors seeking bold, architectural accents.

Helmut Drexler (1927–2016) was a German porcelain painter and designer who rose from apprentice at Rosenthal in Selb to master painter, then head of the decoration department. From the 1970s onwards he developed experimental surface treatments that transformed porcelain with complex metallic and marbled effects; Goldfeuer was one of his breakthrough décors, first shown at Rosenthal’s 8th Artists’ Days in 1985. By etching the glaze, applying gold in varying thicknesses and firing it under a marbling lacquer, Drexler achieved a controlled play of lilac tones and dense gold veins that has never been convincingly imitated, cementing his reputation as a technical and artistic innovator.

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.