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Georges Jouve Bowls and Baskets

French, 1910-1964

Georges Jouve was a modern-era ceramicist with a tirelessly creative spirit. He began his career creating vases and other utilitarian vessels but soon renounced anything produced on a pottery wheel in favor of modeling and sculpture techniques. Forms found in nature inspired him to create unusual pieces — large cups that rolled up like vast seashells, curiously stylized birds — all springing from an alert imagination. He left an indelible mark as an unconventional ceramist.

Jouve was born in France, in 1910, to a family of decorators. At 17, he enrolled in the Ecole Boulle in Paris, where he studied sculpture. After graduation in 1930, he became a theater-set designer to help support his new wife and family. He only dabbled in ceramics when he had time — and that time did not present very often. 

During World War II, Jouve was interned in a German forced-labor camp for his political views. He eventually escaped and hid at his stepparent’s home in southern France — where he indulged in his passion for ceramics to pass the time. In 1944, after the Germans left Paris, he returned to the city and pursued his dream of opening a ceramics studio. 

Jouve’s work caught the eye of furniture designer Jacques Adnet, who asked him to participate in the Contemporary Ceramics Exhibition, which was hosted by a decorating and publishing house founded by architect Louis Süe and painter André Mare. His work was warmly received, and his pieces began to sell.  

From there, Jouve started to participate in numerous exhibitions. At the 1947 Urban Planning Exhibition in Paris, he won a silver medal for a wall covering. His work was then displayed at several international traveling exhibitions presented by the French Ministry of National Education and Ministry of Foreign Affairs, from 1947 to 1950.

In 1954, Jouve left Paris to set up workshops in southern France, where he concentrated on ceramics research and new techniques. His experimentation resulted in breathtaking pieces that other artists have attempted to copy for decades.

On 1stDibs, find Georges Jouve serveware, ceramics, pitchers and more.

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Creator: Georges Jouve
Georges Jouve Soleil Bowl
Georges Jouve Soleil Bowl

Georges Jouve Soleil Bowl

By Georges Jouve

Located in Chicago, IL

Georges Jouve Soleil Bowl, Black glazed earthenware. Incised artist's cipher to the underside. France, c. 1950 It can hang on the wall.

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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Georges Jouve Bowls and Baskets

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French Mid Century Black Banana Bowl by Georges Jouve for Steph Simon, 1950s
French Mid Century Black Banana Bowl by Georges Jouve for Steph Simon, 1950s

French Mid Century Black Banana Bowl by Georges Jouve for Steph Simon, 1950s

By Georges Jouve

Located in Stockholm, SE

Very rare French mid century stoneware bowl in black enameled ceramic by Georges Jouve produced for Steph Simon Paris, 1950s. In good original condition and signed by the artist. D...

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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Georges Jouve Bowls and Baskets

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Ceramic

Early French Mid Century Painted White Stoneware Bowl by Georges Jouve, 1940s
Early French Mid Century Painted White Stoneware Bowl by Georges Jouve, 1940s

Early French Mid Century Painted White Stoneware Bowl by Georges Jouve, 1940s

By Georges Jouve

Located in Stockholm, SE

Very rare and early French mid century hand painted stoneware bowl in white, pink and green by Georges Jouve produced in France, 1940s. In good original condition with beautiful crac...

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1940s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Georges Jouve Bowls and Baskets

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Stoneware

Early French Mid Century Green Stonware Ashtray by Georges Jouve, 1940s
Early French Mid Century Green Stonware Ashtray by Georges Jouve, 1940s

Early French Mid Century Green Stonware Ashtray by Georges Jouve, 1940s

By Georges Jouve

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Rare and early French mid century sculptural stoneware ashtray / bowl with dark green glaze by Georges Jouve produced in 1940s. In good original condition and signed with the iconic ...

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1940s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Georges Jouve Bowls and Baskets

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Georges Jouve and Mathieu Matégot Style Ceramic Standing Vide-Poche
Georges Jouve and Mathieu Matégot Style Ceramic Standing Vide-Poche

Georges Jouve and Mathieu Matégot Style Ceramic Standing Vide-Poche

By Mathieu Matégot, Georges Jouve

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Sculptural green and black ceramic catchall likely designed by Matégot and Georges Jouve. Iron frame with circular base, zig zag body and circular top. Green and black glazed ceramic...

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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Georges Jouve Bowls and Baskets

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Metal

Ceramic vide-poche by Georges Jouve, France, 1950's
Ceramic vide-poche by Georges Jouve, France, 1950's

Ceramic vide-poche by Georges Jouve, France, 1950's

By Georges Jouve

Located in Paris, FR

Blue ceramic vide-poche by Georges Jouve, signed

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1950s French Modern Vintage Georges Jouve Bowls and Baskets

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Georges Jouve Ceramic Dish, 1950s
Georges Jouve Ceramic Dish, 1950s

Georges Jouve Ceramic Dish, 1950s

By Georges Jouve

Located in Paris, FR

Georges Jouve's Ceramic cup or vide-poches "La Figue" signed with apollon mark Measures: 15 x 15 cm.

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1950s Vintage Georges Jouve Bowls and Baskets

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Ceramic

Georges Jouve French Ceramic Artist Dish With Pink and Green Interior
Georges Jouve French Ceramic Artist Dish With Pink and Green Interior

Georges Jouve French Ceramic Artist Dish With Pink and Green Interior

By Georges Jouve

Located in Chicago, IL

Georges Jouve French ceramic artist small dish with pink and green interior glaze. Black brushstroke on the rim. Signed with Jouve cypher. Excellent co...

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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Georges Jouve Bowls and Baskets

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Ceramic

Georges Jouve French Ceramic Polychrome Dish
Georges Jouve French Ceramic Polychrome Dish

Georges Jouve French Ceramic Polychrome Dish

By Georges Jouve

Located in Chicago, IL

French ceramic by Georges Jouve, polychrome decoration on white background. Signed with cypher and name. Excellent condition, no chips or restorations.

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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Georges Jouve Bowls and Baskets

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Ceramic

Ceramic Ashtray/Bowl "Galet" by Georges Jouve, France, 1950s
Ceramic Ashtray/Bowl "Galet" by Georges Jouve, France, 1950s

Ceramic Ashtray/Bowl "Galet" by Georges Jouve, France, 1950s

By Georges Jouve

Located in Paris, FR

Ceramic Ashtray/Bowl "Galet" by Georges Jouve, France, 1950s

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1950s French Vintage Georges Jouve Bowls and Baskets

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Ceramic

Georges Jouve Ceramic "Apple" Dish, 1950s
Georges Jouve Ceramic "Apple" Dish, 1950s

Georges Jouve Ceramic "Apple" Dish, 1950s

By Georges Jouve

Located in Paris, FR

Georges Jouve's Ceramic cup or vide-poches " La pomme " signed Jouve & apollon mark on back in deep enamel. White cracked enamel with a turquoise/green/pink apple Measures: 17 cm ...

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1950s Vintage Georges Jouve Bowls and Baskets

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Ceramic

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Located in Paris, FR

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Georges Jouve bowls and baskets for sale on 1stDibs.

Georges Jouve bowls and baskets 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 Georges Jouve bowls and baskets, although beige editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original bowls and baskets by Georges Jouve were created in the mid-century modern style in france during the 1950s. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider bowls and baskets by Roger Capron, Cartier, and Pol Chambost. Prices for Georges Jouve bowls and baskets can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $2,800 and can go as high as $18,000, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $4,993.