Vintage Helmut Schäffenacker Owl Plaque • Mid-Century Ceramic Relief Art

Original Helmut Friedrich Schäffenacker Ceramic Wall Plaque – "Owl" Motif – Numbered 48 – Made in Ulm, Germany

This is a stunning vintage ceramic wall plaque by renowned German artist Helmut Friedrich Schäffenacker, known for his iconic mid-century modern ceramics. This particular piece features a highly stylized owl motif, with rich, deep glazes in earthy tones and an expressive, geometric design.

Signed and stamped on the reverse:

“Schäffenacker Ulm / D – Made in Germany – Handarbeit”

Hand-incised number 48

Comes with original wall-hanging hardware

A rare collector’s item – especially sought-after among lovers of West German pottery, brutalist wall decor, and mid-century ceramics.
Dimensions:

Approx. 17.5 × 17.5 × 2 cm (6.9 x 6.9 x 0.8 inches)

Condition:

Overall in very good vintage condition.
There is one small glaze chip on the right eye of the owl (as visible in the close-up photo). The chip is minimal and not noticeable from a normal viewing distance, but it has been clearly documented for transparency.

Please refer carefully to all photos – they form part of the description.

Shipping:

Ships securely packed and insured from Sweden.


A true statement piece for any mid-century, retro, or eclectic interior – and a unique gift for collectors of vintage European ceramics.