‘Faux Bois’ Ceramic Vase by Grandjean Jourdan, Vallauris 1950s

'Faux Bois' ceramic bowl by Grandjean Jourdan, Vallauris France 1950s. The southern French town of Vallauris is famous since centuries for ages, but the arrival of Picasso in the 195...

Sculptural decorated ceramic vase, Italy 1950s. Interesting sculptural pitcher shape with nice drawings of decorated ornamental vases done in black and white on a yellow background. ...

Rare anthropomorphic bowl by Jacques Blin (1920-1995), France 1950s. Unique piece with a beautiful color scheme of blue tones and dark grey. Interesting engraved decoration. Jacques Blin is considered as one of the important French mid-century ceramists. The bowl is signed at the bottom: J Blin...

Sculptural vase by Salvatore Meli (Comiso 1929 - Rome 2011), Italy 1950s. Meli studied at the Academia di Belle Arte in Florence and became a significant figure in the Italian post war art movement. Meli's work stands in-between the poles of painting and sculpture. This particular vase stands out in its unusual organic sculpted shape, painting and texture...

Sculptural ceramic vase by Hans Renate Heckmann (1935 - 2022), Germany 1972. Hans took his pottery apprenticeship in 1950– 1953, Renate between 1959 - 1962 and continued between 1963...

Large ceramic sculptural vase, 1970s. Outspoken and strong monumental block shape with conical necks and exposed structure. Finished with great experimental glaze work, outstanding i...

Faux Bois Ceramic Vase by Grandjean Jourdan, Vallauris, France, c. 1960s (Signed) This vase displays the acclaimed French ceramicist's trademark "faux bois," or imitation wood, fin...

Iconic Faux Bois Ceramic Bowl by Grandjean Jourdan, France, c. 1960s Highly collectible, this classic, irregularly shaped bowl displays Jourdan's trademark "faux bois" (false wood)...

Lovely popular midcentury design by Grandjean Jourdan. The Faux Bois range was painted to look like real wood with impressed Vallauris mark. Good overall condition commensurate with...

Grandjean-Jourdan 'Faux Bois' Ceramic Centerpiece, Vallauris, France, 1960s. Fantastic ceramic centerpiece by pottery artist Eugène Grandjean for his family company Grandjean-Jourdan of the French pottery village Vallauris. Grandjean was fascinated with the idea of creating pottery that looked like actual olive wood. He experimented with various techniques to create realistic wood textures and eventually developed his own unique style. He would use a special type of clay to create the basic shape of the pottery, then apply glazes and stains to give it a realistic wood grain appearance. This centerpiece is one of his finest with a very distinct appearance. Although unintentionally, it looks a bit like a backwards looking bird. Vallauris, a small town in the south of France, is known for its long-standing tradition of pottery. Located in the Alpes-Maritimes department, Vallauris is home to some of the best pottery in the country. The pottery of Vallauris has been produced for centuries, with some of the earliest pieces being found in the ruins of the nearby Roman villa. The town itself has a rich history that dates back to the 12th century, when it was part of the County of Provence. Over the years, the craft of pottery has been passed down from generation to generation, and today it is still a major part of the local culture and economy. Vallauris pottery is known for its vibrant colors and unique shapes. The pottery is made from clay that is sourced from the nearby valleys, where it is mixed with other minerals to create different colors and patterns. The pottery is then hand-shaped and decorated with intricate designs. Many pieces are also glazed, giving them a rich, glossy finish. The local pottery...

Elevate your home decor with the exquisite charm of this captivating Faux Bois fruit bowl, meticulously crafted by a revered French ceramic manufacturer renowned for its visionary de...

Ceramic vase by Roger Capron, Vallauris, France, 1950s Signed Capron Vallauris.