French Bowls and Baskets

Industrial thick molded glass desktop accessory (desk tidy, ashtray, or catchall) manufactured by Lumax, France. Original design by Le Corbusier. The vide-poche is in excellent cond...

A superb and highly unusual 1960s or earlier French wicker fish ceiling light, an exceptionally rare survivor from the mid-century period. Handcrafted in woven wicker, the sculptural...

French Art Deco Thuya Wood and Bronze Lidded Box, 1920s An exceptionally beautiful and rare lidded box from 1920s France, masterfully combining richly figured thuya burl wood with a...

Great piece of pottery from the Provence. Beautiful green color, France, circa 1850. Good but weathered condition.

Antique 19th century French dovetailed copper cooking pot features hand-hammered rectangular shape with rounded corners, with lightly flared rim and two cast brass ornate carrying ha...

An elegant woven metal bread basket featuring a clean, timeless design. Its fine wire mesh and delicately twisted rim lend it a refined look while ensuring excellent durability. Per...

Crab-Shaped Woven Basket - Decorative Straw & Wood Basket - France 1970s Unusual decorative basket, a truly original piece! This charming, zoomorphic decorative basket is craft...

Industrial thick molded glass desktop accessory (desk tidy, ashtray, or catchall) manufactured by Lumax, France. Original design by Le Corbusier. The vide poche is in excellent cond...

Charming antique Italian ceramic trinket dish dating from the 19th century. This handcrafted piece features a hand-painted decoration in shades of blue on a light background, with st...

Design and purpose best describe this one-of-a-kind custom picnic basket. This basket features an authentic classic Louis Vuitton fabric liner inside the basket as well as a sturdy g...

French Ceramic Plate By Etienne Daniel. Signed. Vallauris, France - 1950s Large dish enamelled in white, green and brown tones adorned with stylized t...

From France, a hand-made Fil de Fer, iron wire egg basket, circa 1890 – 1910. A petal top footed basket made of twisted metal wire, in a bulbous form, rustic with complex wire work....

Set of 6 Mid-Century Red Majolica Leaf Dish Vallauris. 4.8 by 4.8 inches

This stunning French Art Deco centerpiece bowl was crafted by the crystal factory Choisy-le-Roi, France, and designed by renowned French glassmaker Pierre D'Avesn, circa 1930. The ge...

Pablo Picasso Oiseau dish bird with tuft and pointy beak, editions Picasso Madoura France, circa 1952. 15 hand painted brush strokes under the birds feet referring to food. Impresse...

Mid-Century Ceramic Fruit Basket – Hand-Painted Green & White Bowl with Realistic Fruits – French Decorative Centerpiece Description: This is a charming ceramic fruit basket, crafted and painted in France, likely in the mid-20th century. The piece features a green and white glazed bowl, sculpted with decorative cauliflower-style patterns, and filled with a vibrant assortment of realistically rendered ceramic fruits. The fruit composition includes tones of orange, yellow, and brown, giving the impression of fresh produce, full of texture and volume. The naturalism and detail make this object visually rich, while the cauliflower-motif bowl adds a touch of whimsy and vintage flair. Currently back in style, this type of trompe-l'œil ceramic sculpture is both boldly decorative and timeless. Perfect for eclectic, maximalist, or vintage-inspired interiors, this piece brings color, charm, and movement into any space. Key features: Handcrafted ceramic fruit basket Made in France, 20th century Green & white bowl with cauliflower-style detailing Realistic ceramic fruits: orange, yellow, brown tones Full of presence and movement Ideal as a decorative centerpiece In excellent condition with vibrant glazes and patina Keywords: French ceramic fruit...

About product: Lumax ashtrey by Le Corbusier and Charlotte Perriand. Manufactured in France, circa 1970. The Lumax Ashtray by Le Corbusier is an iconic design piece. It was designe...

Vintage traditional woven wicker case in a classic pattern. Made by an unknown manufacturer in France circa 1940 Inside a serving set of 4 plastic dishes, mugs and cutlery, and a ch...

Elegant Lumax ashtray designed by Le Corbusier and Charlotte Perriand, manufactured in France around 1970. Crafted in glass, this piece embodies the purity and functionality of moder...

Luxury at its finest,  A collector’s item made by Lalique in France. This is a caviar bowl called "Igor", made of clear and frosted crystal. The bowl is held by fishes as the foot. ...

Antique Baccarat cut crystal jewelry / dresser box trimmed with ormolu. Heavily faceted featuring a diamond hand cut relief pattern. It also features a decorative circular wreath or...

Mid-century decorative platter (circa 1960s) by Albert Thiry (1932-2009). A whitened glaze encircles a deeply engraved sunflower motif (with face) in brown and highlighted by forest ...

French ceramic decorative dish with flower motif (circa 1970s) by Albert Thiry. An oblong-shaped ceramic dish has a chalk-white glaze surface. Within the dish's recess, a thistle flo...

This vide poche or ashtray in in Glass. It has been done circa 1970, in France. Transparent Color.

This elegant French Art Deco ceramic bowl by Paul Milet is a refined example of the sophisticated craftsmanship that established Sèvres as one of France’s most celebrated centers of ...

Pair of Ceramic Ashtrays with Sea Urchin Motif, Pink and Blue, Decorative and Functional This pair of ceramic ashtrays, designed with a striking sea urchin motif, combines artistry ...

Beautiful vintage Mid-Century picnic basket/case. In very good condition as it was never used. Lined with a gingham blue and white fabric. Made by unknown manufacturer in France ...

JEAN DESPRES (1889 - 1980) Coupe France, vers 1950 Métal argenté Signé à la pointe « J Desprès » sous la base H : 6,5 cm / D : 11 cm Bon état général. Quelques traces liées au temps ...

Beautiful large white marble mortar, France, 19th century. Weathered. H:15cm W:27cm D:27cm

Madoura turned pitcher of white earthenware clay with decoration by Pablo Picasso black and white drawings. This work is stamped with the 'MADOURA PLEIN FEU' and 'EDITION PICASSO' po...

A classic and opulent crystal and gilt bronze Louis XVI-style vase, its goblet-shaped heavy crystal bowl diamond cut and fluted to refract the light...

Stoneware pot center piece depicting different scenes of a hunt party. Made in Marzy & REmy manufacture in West Germany. You can see deer and does on one part and a hunting scene wit...

One of a kind Art Deco vanity in Brass, Wood and Glass, France, 1930s. Cool small mirror tray with glass handles and brass decorative details. The...

Green Majolica Reticulated Basket signed Sarreguemines Majolica , circa 1870.  

French Art Nouveau brass card or pin tray, vide-poche, 1920s. This delightful card tray or pin tray, vide-poche, is made of brass and showcases a relief design of a dragonfly, adorn...

Vintage Hermes "Chaine D'Ancre" blue rectangular porcelain vide poche, change tray or pocket emptier / Made in France circa 1990s Original stamp at underside Width: 6.5 inches / Dept...

Majolica cherries Basket Sarreguemines, circa 1920.

Contemporary Matlama French Backpack Carrier Bag - Small. Contemporary black graphite grey carrier bag. Designed by Marina Richer in her workshop in La Rochelle. Made with the polypr...

A wonderful, original Mid-Century Modern Madoura pottery ashtray/bowl by renowned Spanish artist Pablo Picasso titled "Oiseau à la huppe (Bird with tuft...

This bowl is in wood in a brown color. It is fruit bowl, made in France in the 1970.

Jean Gerbino for Vallauris, France, ceramic glazed blue, green and terracotta banded mosaic ball vase Gerbino uses the Neriage technique to attain such intriguing patterns A genero...

This 19th-century French Tian bowl is a classic example of rustic Provençal pottery, once an essential kitchen vessel in southern France. Handcrafted ...

Decorative Art Deco dishes Nicole cabinetmaker

Jacques Blin French ceramic artist very large elongated dish with iconic drawings. Though he started working in the 1940s, making impressive use of slip casting, cutting edge modeling techniques, and wheel throwing, Blin did not make his passion a profession until abandoning an incipient engineering career in the early 1950s. In 1954, Blin opened his first ceramic atelier, exhibiting his work throughout the decade in group shows and the Maison de la Chimie. By 1960 he was exhibiting at both the Salon des Céramistes et des Métiers d’arts de France and the Salon des Métiers d’art à la Porte de Versailles. During the early 1960s Blin developed a new technique with Jean Rustin, etching on his clay creations before firing, adding to these designs later with glaze and oxides. With these steps he improved upon the execution of the semi-abstract imagery by which his work is today recognized—monochromatic images of stylized people, crops, and beasts right out of the cave paintings of his native France, or the mythic tales portrayed in unearthed Greek pottery. He created these beautiful images on cloudy monochromatic backgrounds often in shades of blue as shown here. Throughout the 1960s he presented works at the Salon des artists Décorateurs and Salon des Tuileries the Prague Exposition Internationale de la Céramique Contemporaine, where he won the gold medal in 1962. In 1966 he won the silver medal at the Société des Artistes Français. Marking somewhat of a leap in the evolution of man, writing appeared in agricultural societies in response to the needs of commerce and urbanisation. Blin's work retains an abstract form of expression. It includes geometric and figurative symbols in tables of lines and columns. It classifies, combines and archives objects such as animals, plants, human heads, and geometric forms. The effect is one of organisation of thoughts. These pictograms or "ideograms" are used as a universal language, bringing the real and imaginary worlds closer together. Among the recurring symbols, birds are the ones that feature most often and are found in conjunction with the plant symbols of leaves and trees. Card suits (spades...

French Art Deco modernist fruit bowl, ca.1920. Modernism era. In Macassar wood and chromed metal.

A charming and sculptural mid-20th-century French wicker grape harvesting basket, sourced from the vineyards of the Champagne region. Crafted entirely by hand, this basket was used d...

French Wicker Grape Harvest Basket Circa 1900s Very Good Original Condition Strong & Sturdy 2 available, sold and priced separately

French design - 20th century - In the style of Alexandre Noll Realised circa 1950 Olive wood sculptural plate or dish / vide poche Original g...

Christian Toublanc Original ceramic bowl or cup by the French artist Realised circa 1990 Signed under the base Black and white ceramic colors Measures: Height : 6,5 cm...

This is a strong art déco design by R.Lalique inspired by the Greek Mythology. The french name of this plate is Ondines . They were suppose to be the spirits of the lakes or rivers...

Art Deco ashtray or vide poche in ceramic. Green color. Made in France. Fishes Patern.

Baccarat Crystal and Ormolu Figural Putti Centerpiece  France, circa 1890s A stunning Baccarat crystal and ormolu figural putti centerpiece is a masterful example of late 19th-centur...

Elegant leather wastebasket in the style of Jacques Adnet. Black leather rim with contrasting brown center. Brass loop hardware adds a subtle adornment to each side. Great age and pa...

Vintage Hermes "Chaine D'Ancre" platinum rectangular porcelain vide-poche, change tray or pocket emptier / Made in France circa 1990s Original stamp at underside / comes in original ...

1920s French Art Nouveau Silvered Metal Vide-Poche – Reclining Woman with Draped Folds & Botanical Lines Description: This exquisite Art Nouveau vide-poche, likely crafted in France in the 1920s, is a sculptural masterpiece in silvered metal, embodying the grace and fluidity of the era. At the center of the composition lies a reclining woman, wrapped in elegantly draped fabrics, surrounded by botanical lines and flowing forms that are emblematic of the Art Nouveau aesthetic. The attention to detail in the plissé textures, vegetal motifs, and the natural curves of the female figure make this piece a true work of decorative art—as functional as it is captivating. Key features include: Art Nouveau Mastery: Rich in organic lines, movement, and symbolism, this piece reflects the essence of Art Nouveau elegance, merging the human form with nature. Sculpted Reclining Woman: The female figure is rendered with great sensitivity and detail, lying gracefully across softly undulating folds, creating a scene of serenity and timeless beauty. Silvered Metal Finish: Crafted in silver-toned metal, the surface radiates a gentle patina that enhances its vintage charm and highlights the sculptural relief. Functional & Decorative: Ideal for use as a vide-poche on a console or entryway table, but equally powerful when displayed as a standalone decorative object or collectible Art Nouveau piece. French 1920s Craftsmanship: Likely produced in France, this piece echoes the sensual refinement and naturalism that characterized the movement during its late period. Rich Symbolism & Movement: The design integrates foliage, flowing fabrics, and feminine curves into a unified, dynamic whole—perfect for collectors of early 20th-century decorative arts. This 1920s French Art Nouveau vide-poche is more than an accessory—it is a sculpted homage to beauty, nature, and craftsmanship, offering functionality wrapped in poetic design. Keywords: Art Nouveau vide-poche, silvered metal decorative tray, reclining woman sculpture...

Beautiful Silver plate Art Nouveau Decorative Bowl or Center piece. The curvaceous floral and vine details give the the classic art nouveau. A wonderful Vessel for a unique floral a...

Loetz Art Nouveau vase whit Colered Details of Irradiated glass 1900s Beautifully decorated whit Irradiated glass Rare to find with original condition The piece is in good conditio...

Designed by Georges Pelletier in the 1970s, this French ceramic bowl combines deep blue glaze and gilt accents in a composition where color, texture, and light are quietly aligned. I...

A French Art Deco bronze vide-poche by Max Le Verrier, cast in relief with the Japanese motif of the Three Wise Monkeys and titled "Le secret du bonheur," circa 1930. See no evil, h...

Ferdinand Barbedienne, A French Ormolu and Champleve Enamel Jardiniere, C. 1870, The Design Attributed to Louis Constant Sevin. An exceptional qualit...