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Jean Cocteau Decorative Art

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Jean Cocteau was a French painter, poet, designer, printmaker, playwright and filmmaker. He is one of the most important figures of French Surrealism, although he always denied being in any way connected to the movement.

Cocteau was born to a socially prominent Parisian family. His father, George Cocteau, was an amateur painter who committed suicide when Jean was only a child. Jean became famous in Bohemian circles as "The Frivolous Prince." In 1912, he collaborated with the Ballets Russes. After World War I, Cocteau met the poet Guillaume Apollinaire and the artist Pablo Picasso. In 1917, thanks to Sergei Diaghilev, a Russian impresario, Cocteau wrote a scenario for the ballet Parade — the set of this important ballet was realized by Pablo Picasso and the music was composed by Erik Satie. In the late 1920s, Cocteau wrote the libretto for Igor Stravinsky’s opera-oratorio Oedipus Rex. In 1918, he met the French poet Raymond Radiguet. They worked and went on many journeys together, and Cocteau promoted his friend's works in his artistic group.

Cocteau is well-known for his novel Les Enfants Terribles (1929) and the films The Blood of a Poet, Beauty and the Beast and Orpheus. During World War II, he created sets for the Théâtre de la Mode. In 1955, he was elected to the Académie Française and the Royal Academy of Science, Letters and Fine Arts of Belgium. He was commander of the Legion of Honour, a member of the Academié Mallarmé, the Academy of Arts (Berlin) and the American Academy of Arts and Sciences.

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Creator: Jean Cocteau
Artist Plate No. 2 by Jean Cocteau for Rosenthal, Mid-Century, 1970s Germany
By Jean Cocteau, Rosenthal
Located in Andernach, DE
Art print wall plate by Jean Cocteau: ''Es gibt immer ein Gegenüber: ohne teufel hätte gott nie die breite Masse angesprochen'' (''There is always a counterpart: without the devil, G...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Jean Cocteau Decorative Art

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Porcelain

Jean Cocteau Original Edition Ceramic Dish "La Joconde" , 1958
By Jean Cocteau
Located in Paris, FR
Jean Cocteau ceramic dish - La Joconde- 1958 Edition originale Atelier Madeline & Jolly with certificat d'origine dated et signed . White earthenware with black / red / blue enamel...
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1950s French Vintage Jean Cocteau Decorative Art

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Ceramic

Cocteau Jean Limoges Porcelain Plate, Signed
By Jean Cocteau
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Cocteau Jean (1889-1963) Limoges Porcelain plate, signed and numbered 144/250. the background color is slightly pinkish.
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1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jean Cocteau Decorative Art

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Porcelain

Jean Cocteau Original Edition Large Ceramic Dish "Indes", 1958
By Jean Cocteau
Located in Paris, FR
Jean Cocteau ceramic dish - "Indes" from 1958 Edition original from Atelier Madeline & Jolly. White earthenware with brown engobe diameter 36 cm. Numbered 20 on 20 copies Bibliog: J...
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1950s French Art Deco Vintage Jean Cocteau Decorative Art

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Ceramic

14 Artists Plates Collection Limited Edition by Rosenthal, Max Bill, Dali, Pucci
By Rosenthal, Bjorn Wiinblad, Jean Cocteau, Max Bill, (after) Salvador Dali
Located in Andernach, DE
Extraordinary collection of 14 Artists-Plates by Rosenthal, Germany. Ranging from 1971 to the mid 1980s, this series from their artists ''Studio-Line'' features designs from artist r...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Jean Cocteau Decorative Art

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Porcelain

Cocteau Jean Limoges Porcelain Plate, Signed
By Jean Cocteau
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Cocteau Jean (1889-1963) Limoges Porcelain plate, signed and numbered 54/250. the background color is slightly pinkish.
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1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Jean Cocteau Decorative Art

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Porcelain

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Jean Cocteau decorative art are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of ceramic and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Jean Cocteau decorative art, although gray editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original decorative art by Jean Cocteau were created in the mid-century modern style in france during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider decorative art by Roger Capron, Line Vautrin, and Robert Picault. Prices for Jean Cocteau decorative art can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $1,007 and can go as high as $12,938, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $1,007.
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  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Jean Cocteau was a man of many talents and was known for his paintings, poetry, screenplays and novels. He also was a director and sometimes an actor. Considered some of his most important works are the poem L'Ange Heurtebise, the novel Les Enfants Terribles, the play Orphée, and the movie La Belle et la Bête. Find an assortment of Cocteau art from the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 15, 2024
    What movement Jean Cocteau was a part of is open to debate. The French artist and writer is today thought of as one of the most important figures of French Surrealism. However, he always denied being in any way connected to the movement. As a result, some people simply classify his work as modernism. On 1stDibs, explore an assortment of Jean Cocteau art.

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