Harald Buchrucker, pewter pitcher, Germany, 1930s

This elegant pewter vessel by Harald Buchrucker was meticulously handcrafted in Ludwigsburg. The design is characterized by a consistently reduced yet organic formal language typical of Buchrucker. The bulbous body of the vessel tapers fluidly into a narrow neck and is complemented by an elegantly curved ribbon handle, which gives the object its distinctive silhouette. Crafted from high-quality pure pewter, the surface displays a finely textured, satin-matte appearance that beautifully highlights the piece's artisanal character. Buchrucker’s works are exemplary of modern 20th-century German metal design and show clear influences of the objective, functional design principles of the Bauhaus era. A timeless and sculptural example of high-quality German craftsmanship.

Dimensions

Height: 19 cm | Diameter: 10 cm

Manufacturer
Ludwigsburger Zinnschmiede

Designer

Material
Zinn