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Robert Picault Ceramics

French, 1919-2004

Robert Picault was born in Paris. After studying ceramics at the Ecole des Arts Appliqués in Paris, he moved to Vallauris at the end of World War Two. Here, with Roger Capron, he founded the Atelier Callis in 1946. Two years later, he set up his own pottery in the Chemin du Fournas in the village. He was a friend, colleague and next-door-neighbour to Pablo Picasso, and the two learnt from each other aspects of the other's specialities. Picault was also an accomplished cinematographer and photographer, and made a series of four short films with Picasso and leading show-business personalities of the 1950s. He used copper oxide and iron oxide in his glazes, and the bulk of his work is characterized by green and brown geometric motifs consisting of noughts and crosses, bands and waves.

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Creator: Robert Picault
An oblong glazed ceramic platter  Robert Picault - France - 1950s
An oblong glazed ceramic platter  Robert Picault - France - 1950s

An oblong glazed ceramic platter Robert Picault - France - 1950s

By Madoura, Robert Picault

Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR

RareRare oblong glazed ceramic platter signed on the reverse by Robert Picault, an iconic figure of the Vallauris ceramics movement in the 1950s. This piece features a refined geomet...

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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Robert Picault Ceramics

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Robert Picault Ceramic Vallauris France Ceramic Platter Mid Century
Robert Picault Ceramic Vallauris France Ceramic Platter Mid Century

Robert Picault Ceramic Vallauris France Ceramic Platter Mid Century

By Robert Picault

Located in Lège Cap Ferret, FR

Robert Picault (1919 - 2000) French ceramist in Vallauris Robert Picault has contributed to the revival of culinary ceramics by updating traditional local forms decorated with lines and geometric designs. His identity style has been a great success and continues to decorate the table today. His personal pieces are sought after by art collectors. A former student of the School of Applied Arts in Paris, Robert Picault arrived in Vallauris in 1946. He created with his school friends Roger Capron (1922-2006) and Jean Derval (1925-2010), the Callis workshop. In this village of a hundred potters, they met the neighboring ceramists André Baud, the 4 potters and among others the Madoura workshop, where he frequented the famous painter Picasso from 1949 to 1955. He also became friends with Jean Cocteau, Fernand Léger, Louis Aragon...

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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Robert Picault Ceramics

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Robert Picault Ceramic Vallauris France Ceramic Platter Mid Century
Robert Picault Ceramic Vallauris France Ceramic Platter Mid Century

Robert Picault Ceramic Vallauris France Ceramic Platter Mid Century

By Robert Picault

Located in Lège Cap Ferret, FR

Robert Picault (1919 - 2000) French ceramist in Vallauris Robert Picault has contributed to the revival of culinary ceramics by updating traditional local forms decorated with li...

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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Robert Picault Ceramics

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Ceramic

Robert Picault Vallauris France Ceramic Olive Pot Mid Century
Robert Picault Vallauris France Ceramic Olive Pot Mid Century

Robert Picault Vallauris France Ceramic Olive Pot Mid Century

By Robert Picault

Located in Lège Cap Ferret, FR

Robert Picault (1919 - 2000) French ceramist in Vallauris Robert Picault has contributed to the revival of culinary ceramics by updating traditional local forms decorated with lines and geometric designs. His identity style has been a great success and continues to decorate the table today. His personal pieces are sought after by art collectors. A former student of the School of Applied Arts in Paris, Robert Picault arrived in Vallauris in 1946. He created with his school friends Roger Capron (1922-2006) and Jean Derval (1925-2010), the Callis workshop. In this village of a hundred potters, they met the neighboring ceramists André Baud, the 4 potters and among others the Madoura workshop, where he frequented the famous painter Picasso from 1949 to 1955. He also became friends with Jean Cocteau, Fernand Léger, Louis Aragon and Elsa Triolet. Robert Picault Vallauris France Olive Pot...

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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Robert Picault Ceramics

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Ceramic

Robert Picault Ceramic Vallauris France Ceramic Platter Mid Century
Robert Picault Ceramic Vallauris France Ceramic Platter Mid Century

Robert Picault Ceramic Vallauris France Ceramic Platter Mid Century

By Robert Picault

Located in Lège Cap Ferret, FR

Robert Picault (1919 - 2000) French ceramist in Vallauris Robert Picault has contributed to the revival of culinary ceramics by updating traditional local forms decorated with lines and geometric designs. His identity style has been a great success and continues to decorate the table today. His personal pieces are sought after by art collectors. A former student of the School of Applied Arts in Paris, Robert Picault arrived in Vallauris in 1946. He created with his school friends Roger Capron (1922-2006) and Jean Derval (1925-2010), the Callis workshop. In this village of a hundred potters, they met the neighboring ceramists André Baud, the 4 potters and among others the Madoura workshop, where he frequented the famous painter Picasso from 1949 to 1955. He also became friends with Jean Cocteau, Fernand Léger, Louis Aragon...

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1950s European Mid-Century Modern Vintage Robert Picault Ceramics

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Mid-Century Cobalt Blue Ceramic Plate by Robert Picault, Circa 1950
Mid-Century Cobalt Blue Ceramic Plate by Robert Picault, Circa 1950

Mid-Century Cobalt Blue Ceramic Plate by Robert Picault, Circa 1950

By Robert Picault

Located in COLMAR, FR

This striking vintage ceramic plate by Robert Picault dates to the 1950s and is a fine example of mid-century Vallauris pottery. Executed in vivid cobalt blue and green with incised ...

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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Robert Picault Ceramics

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An oval ceramic dish by Robert Picault France Vallauris 1950s
An oval ceramic dish by Robert Picault France Vallauris 1950s

An oval ceramic dish by Robert Picault France Vallauris 1950s

By Roger Capron, Robert Picault

Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR

A magnificent oval ceramic dish by Robert Picault, adorned with a thistle motif, in perfect condition. Picault's personal pieces bear his full signature until 1962, while industrial ...

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1950s French French Provincial Vintage Robert Picault Ceramics

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Ceramic

Robert Picault Ceramic Vallauris France Ceramic Platter Mid Century
Robert Picault Ceramic Vallauris France Ceramic Platter Mid Century

Robert Picault Ceramic Vallauris France Ceramic Platter Mid Century

By Robert Picault

Located in Lège Cap Ferret, FR

Robert Picault (1919 - 2000) French ceramist in Vallauris Robert Picault has contributed to the revival of culinary ceramics by updating traditional local forms decorated with lines and geometric designs. His identity style has been a great success and continues to decorate the table today. His personal pieces are sought after by art collectors. A former student of the School of Applied Arts in Paris, Robert Picault arrived in Vallauris in 1946. He created with his school friends Roger Capron (1922-2006) and Jean Derval (1925-2010), the Callis workshop. In this village of a hundred potters, they met the neighboring ceramists André Baud, the 4 potters and among others the Madoura workshop, where he frequented the famous painter Picasso from 1949 to 1955. He also became friends with Jean Cocteau, Fernand Léger, Louis Aragon...

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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Robert Picault Ceramics

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Ceramic

Large ceramic platter by Robert Picault, Vallauris, 1960s
Large ceramic platter by Robert Picault, Vallauris, 1960s

Large ceramic platter by Robert Picault, Vallauris, 1960s

By Robert Picault

Located in Ternay, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes

Large ceramic dish by the French artist Robert Picault from the 1960s, made in Vallauris. Typical geometric decoration of the artist. Very good vintage condition, artist's signature ...

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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Robert Picault Ceramics

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Robert Picault Set of 6 Cups
Robert Picault Set of 6 Cups

Robert Picault Set of 6 Cups

By Robert Picault

Located in Chicago, IL

Robert Picault set of 6 cups.

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Robert Picault Ceramics

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Robert Picault (1919–2000) Lidded Jar, Vallauris, France, 1950s
Robert Picault (1919–2000) Lidded Jar, Vallauris, France, 1950s

Robert Picault (1919–2000) Lidded Jar, Vallauris, France, 1950s

By Robert Picault

Located in New York, NY

Large hand-thrown earthenware lidded jar by Robert Picault, featuring his signature turquoise, brown, and white palette. The cylindrical form with twin handles and a domed lid is dec...

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Mid-20th Century French French Provincial Robert Picault Ceramics

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Ceramic

Robert Picault Large Vallauris Casserole
Robert Picault Large Vallauris Casserole

Robert Picault Large Vallauris Casserole

By Robert Picault

Located in Sharon, CT

Important large pot with handles green and brown hand painting decoration in a typical and unique Picault style of squares, spirals and x's. 6.75" high x 8"diameter. 12.50" from hand...

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Robert Picault Ceramics

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Small ceramic pan signed by Robert Picault France in the 1960s
Small ceramic pan signed by Robert Picault France in the 1960s

Small ceramic pan signed by Robert Picault France in the 1960s

By Robert Picault

Located in SAINT-YRIEIX-SUR-CHARENTE, FR

Small ceramic pan signed Robert Picault (1919-2000) France in the 1960s. This is one of Picault's ‘utility’ pieces, which launched his motto: ‘from the kitchen to the table’ with gre...

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Robert Picault Ceramics

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Robert Picault Ceramic Vallauris France Ceramic Pitcher Mid-Century
Robert Picault Ceramic Vallauris France Ceramic Pitcher Mid-Century

Robert Picault Ceramic Vallauris France Ceramic Pitcher Mid-Century

By Robert Picault

Located in Lège Cap Ferret, FR

Robert Picault (1919 - 2000) French ceramist in Vallauris Robert Picault has contributed to the revival of culinary ceramics by updating traditional local forms decorated with lines and geometric designs. His identity style has been a great success and continues to decorate the table today. His personal pieces are sought after by art collectors. A former student of the School of Applied Arts in Paris, Robert Picault arrived in Vallauris in 1946. He created with his school friends Roger Capron (1922-2006) and Jean Derval (1925-2010), the Callis workshop. In this village of a hundred potters, they met the neighboring ceramists André Baud, the 4 potters and among others the Madoura workshop, where he frequented the famous painter Picasso from 1949 to 1955. He also became friends with Jean Cocteau, Fernand Léger, Louis Aragon and Elsa Triolet. Robert Picault Ceramic Vallauris France Ceramic...

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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Robert Picault Ceramics

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Robert Picault Ceramic Pitcher France 1960's
Robert Picault Ceramic Pitcher France 1960's

Robert Picault Ceramic Pitcher France 1960's

By Robert Picault

Located in Paris, FR

Robert Picault (1919-2000) Pitcher "Gargoulette" typical pitcher from Provence , south of France 1960's Signed RP on back

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1960s Vintage Robert Picault Ceramics

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Green ceramic Gargoulette by Robert Picault, Vallauris, France
Green ceramic Gargoulette by Robert Picault, Vallauris, France

Green ceramic Gargoulette by Robert Picault, Vallauris, France

By Robert Picault

Located in NICE, FR

This gargoulette by Robert Picault embodies his signature style and functionality. Typically crafted from terracotta, this double-handled water pitcher features a spherical body and ...

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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Robert Picault Ceramics

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Ceramic

Set of 4 appetizers dishes, Robert Picault, circa 1950
Set of 4 appetizers dishes, Robert Picault, circa 1950

Set of 4 appetizers dishes, Robert Picault, circa 1950

By Robert Picault

Located in New York, NY

Origin Vallauris, France, circa 1950s Materials Glazed ceramic Condition Very good vintage condition, consistent with age and light use A delightful set of four handled appetizer ...

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Robert Picault Ceramics

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Casserole by Robert Picault, French Ceramics, Geometric Design, 1960
Casserole by Robert Picault, French Ceramics, Geometric Design, 1960

Casserole by Robert Picault, French Ceramics, Geometric Design, 1960

By Robert Picault

Located in London, England

Ce caquelon, signé Robert Picault, est une pièce emblématique de la céramique de Vallauris provençale des années 1950. Émanant d'une période où l'artisanat et l'art se rejoignaient, ...

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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Robert Picault Ceramics

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Pair of ceramic pots, Robert Picault, France, 1950
Pair of ceramic pots, Robert Picault, France, 1950

Pair of ceramic pots, Robert Picault, France, 1950

By Robert Picault

Located in New York, NY

Origin Vallauris, France, circa 1950s Materials Glazed ceramic Condition Very good vintage condition, consistent with age and use A pair of lidded ceramic pots by Robert Picault, ...

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Robert Picault Ceramics

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Ceramic

Ovale ceramic dish, Robert Picault, circa 1950
Ovale ceramic dish, Robert Picault, circa 1950

Ovale ceramic dish, Robert Picault, circa 1950

By Robert Picault

Located in New York, NY

Origin Vallauris, France, circa 1950s Materials Glazed ceramic Condition Very good vintage condition, consistent with age and light use A charming oval platter by Robert Picault, ...

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Mid-20th Century French Robert Picault Ceramics

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Ceramic

French Ceramic Ashtray Catchall by Robert Picault
French Ceramic Ashtray Catchall by Robert Picault

French Ceramic Ashtray Catchall by Robert Picault

By Robert Picault

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Robert Picault French ceramic ashtray catchall France, circa 1950’s Can be used as an ashtray or catch all Vibrant colors, playful patterns and des...

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1950s French Vintage Robert Picault Ceramics

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French Ceramic Ashtray Catch All by Robert Picault
French Ceramic Ashtray Catch All by Robert Picault

French Ceramic Ashtray Catch All by Robert Picault

By Robert Picault

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Robert Picault French ceramic vessel France, circa 1950’s Can be used as an ashtray or catch all Vibrant pattern, color, and design No structural damage Patina from age and use Marked identification Additional Robert Picault pieces are available, please see other listings Last two photos are for reference only This listing is for a single ashtray...

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1950s French Vintage Robert Picault Ceramics

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French Ceramic Ashtray Catch All by Robert Picault
French Ceramic Ashtray Catch All by Robert Picault

French Ceramic Ashtray Catch All by Robert Picault

By Robert Picault

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Robert Picault French ceramic vessel France, circa 1950’s Can be used as an ashtray or catch all Vibrant pattern, color, and design No structural damage Patina from age and use Marked identification Additional Robert Picault pieces are available, please see other listings Last photo is for reference only This listing is for a single ashtray...

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1950s French Vintage Robert Picault Ceramics

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French Ceramic Ashtray Catch All by Robert Picault
French Ceramic Ashtray Catch All by Robert Picault

French Ceramic Ashtray Catch All by Robert Picault

By Robert Picault

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Robert Picault French ceramic vessel France, circa 1950’s Can be used as an ashtray or catch all Vibrant pattern, color, and design No structural damage Patina from age and use Marked identification Additional Robert Picault pieces are available Last two photos are for reference only This listing is for a single ashtray...

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1950s French Vintage Robert Picault Ceramics

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Ceramic

French Ceramic Teardrop Tapas Vessels by Robert Picault
French Ceramic Teardrop Tapas Vessels by Robert Picault

French Ceramic Teardrop Tapas Vessels by Robert Picault

By Robert Picault

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Robert Picault teardrop vessels France, circa 1950’s Brighten up your table with these wonderful serving vessels Each vessel is hand crafted with unique playful patterns and desig...

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1950s French Vintage Robert Picault Ceramics

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Ceramic Set: bowl and a round dish, Robert Picault, circa 1950
Ceramic Set: bowl and a round dish, Robert Picault, circa 1950

Ceramic Set: bowl and a round dish, Robert Picault, circa 1950

By Robert Picault

Located in New York, NY

Origin Vallauris, France, circa 1950s Materials Glazed ceramic Condition Very good vintage condition, consistent with age and use A striking serving bowl and dish set by Robert Pi...

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Robert Picault Ceramics

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Set of two ceramic casserole, Robert Picault, circa 1950
Set of two ceramic casserole, Robert Picault, circa 1950

Set of two ceramic casserole, Robert Picault, circa 1950

By Robert Picault

Located in New York, NY

Origin Vallauris, France, circa 1950s Materials Glazed ceramic Condition Very good vintage condition, consistent with age and use A pair of ceramic handled casserole dishes by Rob...

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Robert Picault Soup Tureen Complete Set
Robert Picault Soup Tureen Complete Set

Robert Picault Soup Tureen Complete Set

By Robert Picault

Located in Chicago, IL

Robert Picault complete matching set Soup Tureen with 6 matching covered Bowls

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Robert Picault Ceramics

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Lovely Chocolatiere Pitcher in green enameled ceramic by Robert Picault
Lovely Chocolatiere Pitcher in green enameled ceramic by Robert Picault

Lovely Chocolatiere Pitcher in green enameled ceramic by Robert Picault

By Robert Picault

Located in NICE, FR

This is a ceramic chocolatière by Robert Picault, a renowned French ceramist known for his distinctive green-glazed pottery with linear motifs. The piece features an elegant, rounde...

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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Robert Picault Ceramics

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Lovely Chocolatière in white glazed ceramic by Robert Picault
Lovely Chocolatière in white glazed ceramic by Robert Picault

Lovely Chocolatière in white glazed ceramic by Robert Picault

By Robert Picault

Located in NICE, FR

This is a ceramic chocolate pot crafted by Robert Picault in Vallauris during the 1950s. Known for his distinctive designs, this piece features Picault’s signature grid pattern with ...

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1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Robert Picault Ceramics

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Ceramic

Robert Picault Set of 6 Shallow Bowl Plates
Robert Picault Set of 6 Shallow Bowl Plates

Robert Picault Set of 6 Shallow Bowl Plates

By Robert Picault

Located in Chicago, IL

Robert Picault set of 6 shallow bowl plates.

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Robert Picault Ceramics

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Ceramic

French Ceramic Pinch Bowls by Robert Picault
French Ceramic Pinch Bowls by Robert Picault

French Ceramic Pinch Bowls by Robert Picault

By Robert Picault

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Robert Picault pinch bowls France, circa 1950’s Playful Picault, at it again! Your salt & pepper will never look better Each vessel is hand crafted with unique and playful patter...

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1950s French Vintage Robert Picault Ceramics

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Ceramic

Black Vide Poche by Robert Picault Vallauris
Black Vide Poche by Robert Picault Vallauris

Black Vide Poche by Robert Picault Vallauris

By Robert Picault

Located in NEUVILLE-DE-POITOU, FR

Rare black lead engobe Vide Poche by Robert Picault. Older work than the Classic Green Decors. Signed Picault at the base.

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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Robert Picault Ceramics

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Robert Picault ceramics for sale on 1stDibs.

Robert Picault 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 Robert Picault ceramics, although gray editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original ceramics by Robert Picault were created in the mid-century modern style in europe during the mid-20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider ceramics by Accolay Pottery, Georges Jouve, and La Borne Potters. Prices for Robert Picault ceramics can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $220 and can go as high as $6,500, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $560.