Sgraffito Ceramic Vessel by Cooperativa Oltul, Romania, c. 1960s
A bold and graphic ceramic vessel from Cooperativa Oltul, Romania, dating to the 1960s. Hand-built with a matte black finish, its surface is animated by deeply incised sgraffito lines and a stylized bird motif in low relief—a nod to regional folk iconography reinterpreted through a modernist lens. Attributed to Cooperativa Oltul, a collective known for its distinctive artisanal output during the Eastern Bloc era.
Material: Stoneware with sgraffito decoration Dimensions: Approx. 19 cm H × 17 cm W (including handle) Origin: Romania, 1960s Condition: Excellent vintage condition; subtle signs of age consistent with use
