Auguste Delaherche turned the science of experimentation in ceramic ware into an art form. Coming from a long tradition of potters in the Beauvais region of France dating back to antiquity, Delaherche displayed a fascination and an appreciation for ceramics from an early age.
After studies in Paris at the Ecole des Arts Decoratifs, Delaherche worked for several years producing utilitarian salt-glazed stoneware. Like Ernest Chaplet, from whom he bought his Vaugirard workshop in 1887, Delaherche was an innovator; he saw artistic merit and the untapped potential of stoneware. He worked exclusively with this material, which was very rare for the period. Inspired by enameled Japanese stoneware, he perfected his enamel glazing techniques during this time that are characterized by subtle gradations of tone.
A consummate experimental potter, Delaherche was disciplined and methodical. He had exhibited his work at the Union Centrale des Arts Decoratifs in Paris, but it was at the Exposition Universelle of 1889, where he won a gold medal, that he received both critical and popular acclaim.
For Delaherche, there was always more to learn and more to master. By 1894, he left Paris for the hamlet of Armentieres located nearby to his native Beauvais. From his atelier, which he called les Sables Rouges (the red sands), Delaherche’s work shows adherence to modernist principles in privileging the formal qualities to achieve overall abstraction.
Assisted only by his wife, Delaherche preferred autonomous control and had no tolerance for the unexpected effects sometimes produced during the firing process. With sobriety and a disciplined approach to his work, Delaherche would destroy any piece that did not demonstrate complete mastery of the artistic process.
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Auguste Delaherche for Christofle, Dinanderie d'Art Bronze Vase, 1920s France
By Christofle, Auguste Delaherche
Located in PARIS, FR
An elegant dinanderie vase by the Christofle workshops drawn by Auguste Delaherche, with a low, flattened body and a long, narrow neck. The bronze is covered in a fine antique green ...
Bronze
Auguste Delaherche Miniature Stoneware Vase, Oxblood Glaze, France 1890s-1900s
By Auguste Delaherche
Located in La Teste-de-Buch, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Miniature stoneware vase by french renowned ceramist Auguste Delaherche. Oxblood glaze. Signed. Made in his workshop Rue Blomet in Paris, France. Circa 1895 / early 1900s.
Stoneware
Art Nouveau Shell Pattern Stoneware Vase by Auguste Delaherche
By Auguste Delaherche
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This early vase provides a rare glimpse into the making of a master. Auguste Delaherche turned the science of experimentation in ceramic ware into an art form. Coming from a long tra...
Stoneware
Art Nouveau Purple Hare's Fur Glaze Stoneware Vase by Auguste Delaherche
By Auguste Delaherche
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Model #6674. Auguste Delaherche turned the science of experimentation in ceramic ware into an art form. Coming from a long tradition of potters in the Beauvais region of France datin...
Stoneware
French Art Deco Dinanderie Metalware Vase Signed George
Located in Phoenix, AZ
A wonderful French Art Deco dinanderie vase in brass with silver metal incrustation. The brass body is cut where the silver design will be laid into the champleve sections and then s...
Brass
Dutch Gouda Vase, Zuid Corona Pattern, Art Nouveau Stoneware, Holland, 1922
By Koninklijke Plateelbakkerij Zuid-Holland
Located in Glasgow, GB
This Dutch Gouda vase by Zuid, produced in Holland in 1922, features the Corona pattern with richly hand-painted floral decoration inspired by the flowing organic forms of the Art No...
Enamel
$1,029
H 8.67 in Dm 5.12 in
Art Nouveau Ipsen - Danish Stoneware Vase with Bird & Oak Branch Relief 1920's
By P. Ipsens Enke
Located in Stockholm, SE
An exceptional Art Nouveau stoneware vase by the esteemed Danish ceramics manufacturer P. Ipsens Enke, model number 13/50, dating to circa 1925. This sculptural work exemplifies the...
Ceramic
Christofle Gilt Bronze Vase
By Christofle
Located in New Orleans, LA
Gilt Bronze Vase Christofle Circa 1930 This exemplary Art Nouveau vase demonstrates Christofle's mastery of metalworking during the early 20th century. The graceful oviform vessel r...
Bronze
Luc Lanel for Christofle Dinanderie Vase
By Luc Lanel, Christofle
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Luc Lanel (French, 1893-1965) for Christofle, France. Art Deco patinated and gilt bronze dinanderie vase, early 20th century. The vase is of bottle form featuring a cylindrical neck ...
Bronze
Ceramic Vase, Glazed Stoneware Vase, Ciboure Pottery, France, circa 1925
By Ciboure
Located in New York, NY
One of a set of beautiful ceramics from Ciboure Pottery, this piece is inspired by antiquity—evident in its form, its spare coloring, and its depiction of classical figures. Produced...
Stoneware
Bronze Vase by Just Andersen, 1920s, Denmark
By Just Andersen
Located in Værløse, DK
Bronze Vase designed by Just Andersen in the 1920s. A fine piece for a beautiful spot. * A round bronze vase * Designer: Just Andersen * Model: B70 * Year: 1925-1930 * Condition: G...
Bronze
French Art Nouveau Vases
Located in Long Island City, NY
An exquisite pair of French Art Nouveau vases in its original patina. It can be turned into a stunning pair of table lamps with marble bases ...
Zinc
Art Nouveau Vase, signed by Loetz, 1910
By Loetz Glass
Located in Zurich, CH
The vase by Loetz from around 1910, features white glass with a red overlay and is intricately etched with a rose motif. The leafs of the rose stand out in light pinkish to deep purp...
Glass
Vase in Oxblood Glaze
By Carl Haller
Located in Milan, IT
Carl Hallier for Royal Copenhagen Danish mid-century vase in oxblood glaze 1940s. Please note : the "free shipping option" and/or "subsidised shipping ...
Ceramic, Stoneware
$4,500
H 7.25 in Dm 6 in
Luc Lanel for Christofle Rare Art Deco Dinanderie Vase in Bronze, France, 1920s
By Luc Lanel, Christofle
Located in New York, NY
Luc Lanel for Christofle rare exquisite Art Deco period dinanderie vase made of bronze applied with elegant gold leaf scroll details, France, 1920s. Stamped on the underside with maker's mark, "CHRISTOFLE" and "211 T." Authenticated with sticker on underside"CABINET - D'EXPERTISES FELIX MARCILHAC 17IA2." “Dinanderie” is a metalworking technique using a single piece of flat metal (copper, brass, silver, tin, etc.), folding it in on itself, and then hammering it into its desired shape such as a vase, platter, or pitcher, without making any cuts, soldering, or additions to the metal. Literature: Dominique Forest et Marie...
Gold, Bronze
Signed John Takehara Oxblood Glazed Vase
Located in Dallas, TX
A signed wheel-thrown glazed porcelain oxblood glazed vase by Korean/American artist John Takehara. The piece is titled Akebono and was produced in the 1...
Pottery
Sold
H 2.75 in W 9 in D 9 in
Art Nouveau Stoneware Copper Drip Bowl in Silver Mount by Auguste Delaherche
By Antoine Cardeilhac, Hughes-Paul-Lucien Bonvallet, Auguste Delaherche
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Model #3289. Mount designed by Lucien Bonvallet (1861-1919), Metalsmith: Antoine-Ernest Cardeilach (1851-1904) Auguste Delaherche turned the science of experimentation in ceramic w...
Silver
Auguste Delaherche Four Handled Stoneware Vase, Stamped
By Auguste Delaherche
Located in Stamford, CT
Auguste Delaherche ( French. 1857 - 1940 ) four handled stoneware vase with flambe crystalline glaze. France with makers Stamped. Circa 1898. Auguste Delaherche - Historic - Jason Jacques Gallery...
Stoneware
Art Nouveau Stoneware Copper Drip Vase by Augusta Delaherche
By Auguste Delaherche
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Model #6006. Auguste Delaherche turned the science of experimentation in ceramic ware into an art form. Coming from a long tradition of potters in the Beauvais region of France datin...
Stoneware
Art Nouveau Peacock Stoneware Vase by Auguste Delaherche
By Auguste Delaherche
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Auguste Delaherche turned the science of experimentation in ceramic ware into an art form. Coming from a long tradition of potters in the Beauvais region of France dating back to ant...
Stoneware
Art Deco Pottery Vase Auguste Delaherche, Circa 1930
By Auguste Delaherche
Located in Austin, TX
Art Deco pottery vase signed Auguste Delaherche, Circa 1930. Number 4732.
Pottery
Small Art Deco Pottery Vase Auguste Delaherche, Circa 1930
By Auguste Delaherche
Located in Austin, TX
Art Deco pottery vase signed Auguste Delaherche Circa 1930. Number 028.
Pottery
Art Deco Pottery Vase Auguste Delaherche Circa 1930
By Auguste Delaherche
Located in Austin, TX
Art Deco Pottery Vase signed Auguste Delaherche Circa 1930. number 7551.
Pottery
Large Art Deco Vase by August Delaherche, France, circa 1920
By Auguste Delaherche
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Large Art Deco vase by August Delaherche, (b. 1857), France, circa 1920, signed. Beautifully formed ceramic, dark brown glaze, fine contrasting interior glaze Measures: Height, 7.2...
Ceramic