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Roger Capron Ceramics

French, 1922-2006

Roger Capron is best known for his geometrically complex, vibrantly colored tile-topped coffee tables. These mid-century furnishings, with their comely palettes and playful arrangements of abstract forms or natural-world motifs, are approachable yet sophisticated. They draw on Scandinavian modernism and exemplify the Parisian ceramist’s belief in ensuring that things of beauty are easily and widely accessible, a principle espoused by French decorative artist and designer René Gabriel.

Capron graduated in 1943 from the School of Applied Arts in Paris. In a small atelier he later founded with Robert Picault and Jean Derval in Vallauris, Capron made alluring sculptures, table lamps and other objects and found inspiration in the work of Pablo Picasso, who had also opened an atelier in the region. He parted ways with his fellow ceramists in 1952 in order to open his own manufactory, Atelier Capron.

Initially staffed by a handful of workers, Atelier Capron captured international attention. His pieces were sold in stores such as Saks Fifth Avenue and Gimbels. Later, Capron’s wife, Jacotte, studied art and became a valued collaborator. Owing in part to her expertise in mixing pigments and glazes, Capron’s best-known ceramics feature dazzling colors and whimsical characters. Like Picasso, he experimented with many artistic styles and never settled on one technique for too long. His coffee tables, side tables and decorative objects are among the most enduring and coveted designs of the mid-century modern era.

While Capron’s factory had grown tenfold by 1980, it shut down a few years later after a slew of competitors began mass-producing cheaper imitations.

Capron won an award at the Milan Triennial in 1954 and International Grand Prize for Ceramics in 1970. His works have been displayed in the Musée National de la Céramique and the Musée Magnelli.

On 1stDibs, find vintage Roger Capron ceramics, tables and other decorative objects and furniture.

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Creator: Roger Capron
Ceramic Box By Roger Capron
By Roger Capron
Located in PAU, FR
Roger Capron Red glazed ceramic scroll box. Signed in the ass Circa 1950
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Roger Capron 1 of 21 Blue Ceramic Vases, France - 1950s, Labeled
By Roger Capron
Located in Berlin, DE
Roger Capron 1 of 21 blue ceramic vases, France - 1950s, Labeled. Please get in touch regarding the exact measurements of each vase Roger Capron (1922-2006) was a French ceramic ar...
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Roger Capron - Vintage Ceramic Footed Serving Dish
By Roger Capron
Located in Stratford, CT
Vintage Ceramic Footed Serving Dish by Roger Capron - Vallauris, France Roger Capron was in influential French ceramicist, known for his tiled tab...
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Ceramic Decorative plate "Grapes" Signed by Roger Capron, 1950's
By Roger Capron
Located in Paris, FR
Roger Capron (1922-2006) Roger Capron studied at Art appliqués of Paris from 1938 to 1943 before teaching drawing in the same establishment from 1945. In 1946, he settled in Vallauri...
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Ceramic plate by Roger Capron, France, 1960's
By Roger Capron
Located in Paris, FR
Ceramic plate by Roger Capron, signed, 1960's
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Large Ceramic Decorative Dish "Bird" Signed by Roger Capron, 1950's
By Roger Capron
Located in Paris, FR
Roger Capron (1922-2006) Roger Capron studied at Art appliqués of Paris from 1938 to 1943 before teaching drawing in the same establishment from 1945. In 1946, he settled in Vallauri...
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Roger Capron ceramic bird pitcher Vallauris France 1960
By Roger Capron, Vallauris
Located in Roosendaal, Noord Brabant
This ceramic pitcher is a special creation by Roger Capron and made in France in 1960. It's shaped like an abstract bird or rooster and was made in the 1960s. It has a surprising des...
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Vintage French Ceramic Set of Vessels by Roger Capron (circa 1960s)
By Roger Capron
Located in London, GB
A Mid-Century French ceramic set consisting of a milk jug, a creamer, two cups and two stemmed 'glasses' by master ceramicist, Roger Capron (circa 1960s). Signed under the base with ...
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Roger Capron Ceramic Sculpture Bottle "Lavande", 1950s
By Roger Capron
Located in Paris, FR
Roger Capron (1922-2006) Stylized woman ceramic bottle "Lavande" signed by Roger Capron, Vallauris, 1950s Nice condition, with original glass bottle inside.  
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Roger Capron Pair of Ceramic Lamps Vallauris France, 1960s
By Roger Capron
Located in Paris, FR
Roger Capron (1922-2006) Pair of ceramic lamp bases with personnages Manufactured circa 1960, signed Capron, Vallauris, France Measure of ceramics solely: H 35 cm ( H 55 cm with s...
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Ceramic Dish "Bull" Signed by Roger Capron, Vallauris 1955
By Roger Capron
Located in Paris, FR
Roger Capron (1922-2006) Roger Capron studied at Art appliqués of Paris from 1938 to 1943 before teaching drawing in the same establishment from 1945. In 1946, he settled in Vallauri...
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mid century Roger Capron ceramic vide poche with bird motif
By Roger Capron
Located in Henley-on Thames, Oxfordshire
Oval shaped vide poche by Roger Capron decorated to the interior with a bird in colours, supported by three feet. Signed ” Capron – Vallauris C” to the underside. France circa 1955
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Roger Capron - Vintage Ceramic Spoon Rest with Pear Motive
By Roger Capron
Located in Stratford, CT
Vintage ceramic spoon rest signed by Roger Capron - Vallauris, France Roger Capron was in influential French ceramicist, known for his tiled tables...
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Roger Capron - Vintage Ceramic Pitcher with Cobblestones
By Roger Capron
Located in Stratford, CT
Vintage ceramic decorative pitcher signed by Roger Capron - Vallauris, France Roger Capron was in influential French ceramicist, known for his tiled tables and his use of recurring ...
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Roger Capron - Vintage Ceramic Jars with Cork Lids for Celery and Thyme
By Roger Capron
Located in Stratford, CT
Vintage Ceramic Jars with Cork Lids for Celery and Thyme by Roger Capron - Vallauris, France Roger Capron was in influential French ceramicist, kn...
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Roger Capron - Vintage Ceramic Coffee Jar with Lid
By Roger Capron
Located in Stratford, CT
Vintage Ceramic Coffee Jar with Lid by Roger Capron - Vallauris, France Roger Capron was in influential French ceramicist, known for his tiled tables and h...
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Roger Capron - Set of 4 Vintage Ceramic Goblets with Cobblestones
By Roger Capron
Located in Stratford, CT
Set of 4 Vintage Ceramic Goblets with Cobblestones by Roger Capron - Vallauris, France Roger Capron was in influential French ceramicist, known for his tiled tables and his use of r...
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Roger Capron - Deep Vintage Bowl with Cobblestones
By Roger Capron
Located in Stratford, CT
Deep Vintage Bowl with Cobblestones by Roger Capron - Vallauris, France Roger Capron was in influential French ceramicist, known for his tiled tables a...
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Roger Capron - Vintage Ceramic Whisky Flask
By Roger Capron
Located in Stratford, CT
Vintage ceramic decorative flask signed by Roger Capron - Vallauris, France Roger Capron was in influential French ceramicist, known for his tiled tables and his use of recurring mo...
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Coupe vide poche Roger Capron céramique Française Vallauris French Riviera 1950
By Roger Capron
Located in AIX-LES-BAINS, FR
Coupe oblongues de Roger Capron, poignée simple en osier fait partie des principales pièces de forme avec son décor Poisson très recherché par les collectionneurs. Il existe 3 taill...
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Roger Capron - Vintage Ceramic Fine Flask
By Roger Capron
Located in Stratford, CT
Vintage ceramic decorative flask signed by Roger Capron - Vallauris, France Roger Capron was in influential French ceramicist, known for his tiled tables and his use of recurring mo...
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Roger Capron - Vintage Ceramic Whisky Flask
By Roger Capron
Located in Stratford, CT
Vintage ceramic decorative flask signed by Roger Capron - Vallauris, France Roger Capron was in influential French ceramicist, known for his tiled tables and his use of recurring mo...
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Roger Capron - Vintage Ceramic Vodka Decanter with Long Neck
By Roger Capron
Located in Stratford, CT
Vintage ceramic decorative flask signed by Roger Capron - Vallauris, France Roger Capron was in influential French ceramicist, known for his tiled tables and his use of recurring mo...
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Roger Capron - Vintage Ceramic Decanter with Abstract Motive
By Roger Capron
Located in Stratford, CT
Vintage ceramic decorative flask signed by Roger Capron - Vallauris, France Roger Capron was in influential French ceramicist, known for his tiled tables and his use of recurring mo...
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Roger Capron - Slanted Vintage Ceramic Bowl with Yellow and Black Lines
By Roger Capron
Located in Stratford, CT
Slanted Vintage Ceramic Bowl with Yellow and Black Lines by Roger Capron - Vallauris, France Roger Capron was in influential French ceramicist, known fo...
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Roger Capron - Vintage Ceramic Pitcher with Girl and 2 Cups with Flowers
By Roger Capron
Located in Stratford, CT
Vintage ceramic decorative pitcher and 2 cups signed by Roger Capron - Vallauris, France Roger Capron was in influential French ceramicist, known for his tiled tables and his use of...
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Roger Capron - Vintage Ceramic Cognac Flask
By Roger Capron
Located in Stratford, CT
Vintage ceramic decorative flask signed by Roger Capron - Vallauris, France Roger Capron was in influential French ceramicist, known for his tiled tables and his use of recurring mo...
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Grand vase Cornet de Roger Capron
By Roger Capron
Located in PARIS, FR
Rare grand vase "Cornet" de Roger Capron à décor de damier. Céramique émaillée. Rare décor de damier. Signé CAPRON Vallauris Hauteur : 31, 5 cm
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Roger Capron - Vintage Ceramic Gin Flask
By Roger Capron
Located in Stratford, CT
Vintage ceramic decorative flask signed by Roger Capron - Vallauris, France Roger Capron was in influential French ceramicist, known for his tiled tables and his use of recurring mo...
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Roger Capron - Vintage Ceramic Pitchers and 2 Goblets with Flower Motive
By Roger Capron
Located in Stratford, CT
Vintage Ceramic Pitchers and 2 Goblets with Flower Motive by Roger Capron. Vallauris, France. The goblets' dimensions are: Height: 7" Diameter: 2.5" Roger Capron was in influen...
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Roger Capron - Vintage Ceramic Fine Decanter
By Roger Capron
Located in Stratford, CT
Vintage ceramic decorative flask signed by Roger Capron - Vallauris, France Roger Capron was in influential French ceramicist, known for his tiled tables and his use of recurring mo...
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Roger Capron - Vintage Ceramic Mini Canoe Vide Pochewith Fish Motive
By Roger Capron
Located in Stratford, CT
Vintage Ceramic Mini Canoe Serving Platter with Fish Motif by Roger Capron - Vallauris, France Roger Capron was in influential French ceramicist, kn...
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Roger Capron - Vintage Ceramic Gin Flask
By Roger Capron
Located in Stratford, CT
Vintage ceramic decorative flask signed by Roger Capron - Vallauris, France Roger Capron was in influential French ceramicist, known for his tiled tables and his use of recurring mo...
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Roger Capron - Vintage Ceramic Gin Flask
By Roger Capron
Located in Stratford, CT
Vintage ceramic decorative flask signed by Roger Capron - Vallauris, France Roger Capron was in influential French ceramicist, known for his tiled tables and his use of recurring mo...
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Roger Capron - Vintage Ceramic Roe Flask
By Roger Capron
Located in Stratford, CT
Vintage ceramic decorative flask signed by Roger Capron - Vallauris, France Roger Capron was in influential French ceramicist, known for his tiled tables and his use of recurring mo...
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Roger Capron - Vintage Ceramic Pastis Decanter with Long Neck
By Roger Capron
Located in Stratford, CT
Vintage Ceramic Pastis Decanter with Long Neck by Roger Capron - Vallauris, France Roger Capron was in influential French ceramicist, known for his tiled tables and his use of recur...
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Roger Capron - Vintage Ceramic Pitcher and 3 Goblets with Vertical Stripes
By Roger Capron
Located in Stratford, CT
Vintage Ceramic Pitcher and 3 Goblets with Vertical Stripes signed by Roger Capron - Vallauris, France Roger Capron was in influential French ceramicist, known for his tiled tables ...
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Roger Capron - Vintage Ceramic Plate with Horse
By Roger Capron
Located in Stratford, CT
Vintage Ceramic Plate with Horse by Roger Capron - Vallauris, France Roger Capron was in influential French ceramicist, known for his tiled t...
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Roger Capron - Rare Dark Red Vintage Ceramic Bottle
By Roger Capron
Located in Stratford, CT
Vintage ceramic decorative flask signed by Roger Capron - Vallauris, France Roger Capron was in influential French ceramicist, known for his tiled tables and his use of recurring mo...
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Splendid Roger Capron Rooster Framed Ceramic Tile Plaque - For Vallauris, France
By Roger Capron
Located in Rothley, Leicestershire
A boldly strutting rooster fills a framed ceramic tile from Roger Capron for Vallauris, France Dark wood framed tile with cream background and dark brown detailed etching Circa 1970...
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Roger Capron - Vintage Ceramic Plate with Ram
By Roger Capron
Located in Stratford, CT
Vintage Ceramic Plate with Ram by Roger Capron - Vallauris, France Roger Capron was in influential French ceramicist, known for his tiled table...
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Mid century Roger Capron ceramic vide poche with pyjama decoration
By Roger Capron
Located in Henley-on Thames, Oxfordshire
Fine teardrop shaped Roger Capron ceramic vide poche with pyjama decoration. Produced at his workshops in Vallauris in the 1950s
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Ceramic Vase with bird Signed by Roger Capron, Vallauris, 1956
By Roger Capron
Located in Paris, FR
Famous "Vase à Oreilles" form by Roger Capron, 1950s Signed Capron, Vallauris France. Roger Capron (1922-2006) was a student of Applied Arts in Paris from 1938 to 1943, In 1946 he mo...
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Roger Capron - Vintage Ceramic Plate with Abstract Motive
By Roger Capron
Located in Stratford, CT
Vintage Ceramic Plate with Abstract Motive by Roger Capron - Vallauris, France Roger Capron was in influential French ceramicist, known for his...
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Ceramic Plate by Roger Capron, France, 1950s
By Roger Capron
Located in Paris, FR
Ceramic Plate by Roger Capron, France, 1950s
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Roger Capron - Vintage Ceramic Wall Mounted Vase
By Roger Capron
Located in Stratford, CT
Vintage Ceramic Wall Mounted Vase by Roger Capron - Vallauris, France Roger Capron was in influential French ceramicist, known for his tiled tab...
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Roger Capron - Vintage Ceramic Wall Mounted Vase with Abstract Motive
By Roger Capron
Located in Stratford, CT
Vintage Ceramic Wall Mounted Vase with Abstract Motif by Roger Capron - Vallauris, France Roger Capron was in influential French ceramicist, known f...
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Roger Capron - Vintage Ceramic Whisky Bottle with Cobblestones
By Roger Capron
Located in Stratford, CT
Vintage ceramic decorative flask signed by Roger Capron - Vallauris, France Roger Capron was in influential French ceramicist, known for his tiled tables and his use of recurring mo...
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Roger Capron - Vintage Ceramic Gin Flask
By Roger Capron
Located in Stratford, CT
Vintage ceramic decorative flask signed by Roger Capron - Vallauris, France Roger Capron was in influential French ceramicist, known for his tiled tables and his use of recurring mo...
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Roger Capron - Vintage Ceramic Plate with Sea Star
By Roger Capron
Located in Stratford, CT
Vintage Ceramic Plate with Sea Star by Roger Capron - Vallauris, France Roger Capron was in influential French ceramicist, known for his tiled ...
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Roger Capron - Vintage Freeform Ceramic Mirabelle Flask
By Roger Capron
Located in Stratford, CT
Vintage ceramic Mirabelle flask by Roger Capron - Vallauris, France Roger Capron was in influential French ceramicist, known for his tiled tables and his use of recurring motifs suc...
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Roger Capron - Vintage Ceramic Wall Mounted Vase with Cobblestones
By Roger Capron
Located in Stratford, CT
Vintage Ceramic Wall Mounted Vase with Cobblestones by Roger Capron - Vallauris, France Roger Capron was in influential French ceramicist, known for...
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Roger Capron - Vintage Ceramic Chocolate Pot
By Roger Capron
Located in Stratford, CT
White glaze called "engobe" which is a unique type of coating that was used only in Vallauris (France). This piece was enameled in green which was suited for the melted chocolate it ...
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Roger Capron - Vintage Ceramic Whisky Decanter with Long Neck
By Roger Capron
Located in Stratford, CT
Vintage ceramic decorative flask signed by Roger Capron - Vallauris, France Roger Capron was in influential French ceramicist, known for his tiled tables and his use of recurring mo...
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Set of 3 pitchers by Roger Capron, 1960's, France
By Roger Capron
Located in Paris, Ile-de-France
Set of 3 pitchers by Roger Capron Composed of 2 pitchers, white glazed with different geometric patterns. the 3rd is black glazed with foliage pattern. All these motives are rarely...
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Ceramic Plate by Roger Capron, Vallauris, France, 1950s
By Roger Capron
Located in Paris, FR
Ceramic Plate by Roger Capron, Vallauris, France, 1950s.
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Roger Capron - Vintage Ceramic Rye Bottle with Goose Neck
By Roger Capron
Located in Stratford, CT
Vintage ceramic decorative flask signed by Roger Capron - Vallauris, France Roger Capron was in influential French ceramicist, known for his tiled tables and his use of recurring mo...
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Large Ceramic Decorative Dish with Characters Signed by Roger Capron, 1955
By Roger Capron
Located in Paris, FR
Roger Capron (1922-2006) - Roger Capron studied at Art appliqués of Paris from 1938 to 1943 before teaching drawing in the same establishment from 1945. In 1946, he settled in Valla...
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Roger Capron ceramics for sale on 1stDibs.

Roger Capron ceramics 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 Roger Capron ceramics, although gray editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original ceramics by Roger Capron were created in the mid-century modern style in europe during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider ceramics by Jacques Blin, Robert Picault, and Accolay Pottery. Prices for Roger Capron ceramics can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $277 and can go as high as $18,008, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $2,190.

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