Jean Derval Decorative Objects

Vintage French ceramic of the Virgin with Child by Jean Derval (circa 1950s). Given Jean Derval's religious convictions, it's hard not to think of this exquisite ceramic sculpture as an explicit spiritual statement of hope, determination and faith. Derval expressed his Christian convictions in pieces he made in the 1950s depicting the Virgin, saints and characters for Provencal Christmas cribs. A wonderful collector's piece - Derval's works continue to appreciate in value year after year. In good overall condition commensurate with age. Signed: 'J Derval' on the back side of the piece. Please see the many accompanying photos with this listing. Upon request a video may be provided. About the artist: Jean Derval (1925-2010) went to Vallauris, France in 1947 where he worked initially with Roger Capron and Robert Picault. Jean Derval met Picasso in 1949 in the famous Madoura workshop where he trained with the master for two years. He set up his own pottery in 1951 but occasionally worked for other potters including his brother-in-law, Gustave Reynaud (founder of Le Mûrier pottery). Derval was awarded a major prize by the Cannes International Academy of Ceramics in 1955 and other prestigious medals for his exhibitions in Europe. His work was also shown in New York and Chicago between 1956 - 1960. Derval won awards at several Vallauris Biennales and in 1998, he was the subject of a film made by Pierre Rémy. His skills as a graphic artist are evident in the bowls, vases and figurines he designed in the early 1950s, which often relate to religious work and to Romanesque art. Yet he was receptive to the lessons of Cubism as is illustrated by the mutations of classic forms in many of his pieces. Far from ignoring the lessons of Abstraction, the decoration Derval used for vases, pitchers and bowls...

French ceramic decorative bowl by Jean Derval for Le Mûrier (circa 1960s). Rectangular in shape with curved edges and stylised French coq motif hand painted in the recess. The piece ...

Roger Capron ceramic vase titled Day and Night created in 1970 with Jean Derval. This form was often also created as a lamp. The vase is much more rare and a similar vase is pict...

Jean Derval France, 1950s Ceramic figure of woman holding a lamb. Size: H 28 x Ø 13 cm.   

Abstract ceramic bird vide-poche by Jean Derval, circa 1950s. A skilful work of ceramic sculpture, Derval's bird is masterfully executed demonstrating why his works continue to incre...

French ceramic man with a lamb by Jean Derval (circa 1950s). Given Jean Derval's religious convictions, it's hard not to think of this exquisite ceramic sculpture as an explicit spir...

Ceramic bird vide-poche by Jean Derval (circa 1960s). An extraordinary work of ceramic art which has everything: style, form, subtle elegance, muted colours and ageing character. In ...

Jean Derval (1925-2010) French Artist Art Pottery ceramic mermaid, circa 1960. Measures: 8 1/2" H x 13" L x 5" W. Signed on the bottom: Jean Derval In excellent condition. Beautifu...

Highly collected colleague of Roger Capron, Robert Picault and Pablo Picasso, Jean Derval (1925 - 2010) is an internationally known and exhibited award winning ceramicist from the Va...

Beautiful French 1940s Jean Derval ceramic vase.

Ceramic vase with character by Jean Derval. Jean Derval is a French artist who practiced his art as a ceramist and sculptor. This work represents a character (unidentified) and was...

Jean Derval frenchLarge Women with child ceramic Sculpture circa 1950 born 1925 worked in St Amand with potters Capron and Picault in Vallauris 1948-1951,helped Suzanne Rami in the ...