About UPON REQUEST
Upon Request presents a curated selection of objects, furniture, and lighting from the 20th and 21st centuries, designed by creators primarily from Europe. This collection highlights timeless design pieces that blend innovation with tradition, showcasing the distinctive vision and craftsmanship of renowned European designers. Each item is carefully chosen for its aesthetic value, functional quality, and historical significance, offering a refined and diverse range of pieces for contemporary living spaces. Whether you're looking for iconic mid-century modern designs or mo...Read More
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Featured Pieces
Charming Diabolo vase attributed to Jean Besnard Circa 1930
By Jean Besnard
Located in NICE, FR
This exquisite 14 cm diameter footed bowl is attributed to Jean Besnard, a pioneer of modern French ceramics. Its striking form features a flared pedestal base supporting a deep, rou...
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Ceramics
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Ceramic
Green ceramic leaf tidy by Madoura Vallauris circa 1950
By Suzanne Ramie, Madoura
Located in NICE, FR
This vibrant green glazed ceramic plate is a striking example of Madoura’s artistry. Shaped like a stylized leaf, it captures both elegance and a touch of whimsy. The glossy glaze hi...
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
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Ceramic
Lovely black ceramic plate or tidy by Madoura Plein Feu Vallauris circa 1950
By Madoura
Located in NICE, FR
This elegant black glazed ceramic plate showcases the refined craftsmanship of the renowned Madoura workshop. With its soft asymmetrical form and deep, lustrous black glaze, the piec...
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
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Ceramic
Cute mug by Roger Capron, ceramic and "navette" motifs, France circa 1960
By Roger Capron
Located in NICE, FR
This vintage ceramic mug by Roger Capron stands out with its signature “navette” (shuttle) motif — elongated vertical lozenges in a soft pastel blue glaze. The design is distinctly m...
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
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Ceramic
Large Art Nouveau Pitcher by Denbac France
By Denbac
Located in NICE, FR
This 23 cm tall Art Nouveau pitcher is a striking piece from the Denbac ceramics manufactory, renowned for its organic forms and flambé glazes. The pitcher features a bulbous body wi...
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Early 20th Century French Art Nouveau Pitchers
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Ceramic
Charming vase in ceramic by Roger Capron with floral motifs
By Roger Capron
Located in NICE, FR
This is a 15 cm tall ceramic vase by renowned French artist Roger Capron, signed on the base. The vase features a soft gray matte background with delicate pink and black floral motif...
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
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Ceramic
Charming baby blue ceramic vase by Jean Gerbino Vallauris circa 1940
By Jean Gerbino
Located in NICE, FR
This is a vintage ceramic vase from the 1940s, signed under the base by Jean Gerbino. Characteristic of his signature "millefiori" mosaic technique, this vase features intricate geom...
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Vintage 1940s French Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
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Ceramic
Lovely ceramic pitcher in the style of Jacques Innocenti
By Jacques Innocenti
Located in NICE, FR
This charming ceramic pitcher, attributed to Jacques Innocenti, stands 14 cm tall with a 12 cm diameter. Its elegantly flared shape, reminiscent of traditional pottery, is enhanced b...
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Pitchers
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Ceramic
Charming pitcher on three feet in mat black ceramic
By Georges Jouve
Located in NICE, FR
This small, elegant pitcher, reminiscent of the work of Georges Jouve, features a refined, curvaceous form with a lustrous black metallic glaze. Measuring 12 cm in diameter, 14 cm in...
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Pitchers
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Ceramic
Impressive green ceramic table lamp by Jean Roger
Located in NICE, FR
This elegant ceramic lamp by Jean Roger is a stunning example of the artist’s mastery in decorative lighting. Inspired by tropical motifs, the lamp features a sculptural pineapple re...
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
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Ceramic
Stunning tall pink ceramic lamp by Jean Roger
Located in NICE, FR
This exquisite ceramic lamp by Jean Roger exemplifies the French ceramist’s signature organic aesthetic. Designed in the form of a stylized pineapple or artichoke, the lamp features ...
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
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Ceramic
Lot of 3 very rare Roger Capron tiles representing mermaids
By Roger Capron
Located in NICE, FR
Very rare set of three glazed ceramic tiles, signed by Roger Capron on the base, showcases the artist’s signature stylized aesthetic. Each tile features a mermaid figure depicted in ...
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Ceramics
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Ceramic
