Jacques Sagan Decorative Objects

These bronze gingko leaf candlesticks inspired by the naturalistic designs of the Art Nouveau period are by Marc Bankowsky. Originally conceived for the restaurant of famed French restauranteur Pierre Gognaire, they proved popular enough that they are now offered to a wider audience. The focal point are the 2 leaves of the gingko. The top of the leaves are scored, the undersides are smooth. The candles are supported by a wonderful spiraling detail at the center of each leaf. Naturalistically cast, with the high areas polished, these candlesticks are hand signed by the artist (see image #10) as well as his cipher that is in the mold. Currently, we have 2 pair available and the collection of 4 would make an impressive statement on a large table. Offered for less as we were able to acquire these on the secondary market, here's your chance! Online Bio (artsy): "Designer and decorator Marc Bankowsky creates furniture and accessories using materials including metal, plaster, resin, and lambswool. Often inspired by the natural world, Bankowksy has produced candlestick-holders and sconces in the form of flowers and leaves, and bronze table legs...

1950's ceramic vide poche by Albert Thiry Famous French ceramist

An original and unique ceramic bowl circa 1950

Ceramic bowl by Vallauris, France potter Albert Thiry. This is from the 1960’s when he and his wife had set up their own pottery studio in Vallauris.

This lovely Mid-Century ceramic cigar ashtray, desk tidy, vide poche, or catchall, was crafted by Marius Giuge Atelier in Vallauris, France, in the 1960s. The puffy donut-shaped desi...

Elegant tripode vide-poche attributed to Garouste et Bonetti, circa 1980, France. Patinated bronze in good original condition. Dimensions: 10 cm H, 10 cm diameter. All purchases are ...

Mid Century Vide Poche in Terracotta and Straw 1960s. This is a wonderful and distinct mid century bowl or vide poche in terracotta with nice straw additions on the edges. A very el...

Lucas Recchia’s candleholders are meticulously crafted from polished solid bronze, each piece distinguished by subtle variations that reveal the artist’s deep sensitivity to material...

Ceramic candleholder by French artist Marius Giuge of Vallauris. Candleholder with a three-legged base for three candles. Textured ceramic, glazed in white and brown tones. Beautiful...

Italian 1960s Onyx Vide-Poche

Signed Les Argonautes , Vallauris. The Ceramic Workshop "Les Argonautes" was created in 1953 in Vallauris by two ceramicists Isabelle Ferlay and Fréderique Bourguet Hand painted de...

Ceramic plate / Dish "Shellfish" signed Made in France and PC for french artist Pol Chambost (1906_1983) Circa 1960s. Black & white "shellfish" enamel Diameter 25 cm