Items Similar to 1960s French Ceramic Decorative Pitcher by Alexandre Kostanda
- Want more images or videos?Request additional images or videos from the seller
1 of 8
1960s French Ceramic Decorative Pitcher by Alexandre Kostanda
$545
About
In stunning condition, this is an exquisite example of Alexandre Kostanda's work in Vallauris, France in the 1960s, exhibiting his trademark natural clay and rustic style in the creation of beautifully original vessels - vases, pitchers and pots - which were simultaneously utilitarian in form, as well as stunning works of art. Signed.
About Alexandre Kostanda
Kostanda (December, 1921-November, 2007) was born in Poland of Russian parents. The family emigrated to Lorraine in France, where his mother Irene worked as a decorator in a porcelain factory. They then moved to Vallauris, where his mother worked at Louis Giraud's workshop. Alexandre joined the company as an apprentice from 1936-1938.
After World War II, he taught pottery at the Longchamps Pottery Training Section near Dijon and at the School of Decorative Arts in Beaune. He also had his own studio at Cluny, and it was here that he trained the four young men who formed the Accolay Pottery company - Dangon, Rodet, Palais and Boutaud. He returned to Vallauris in 1949 to run the Giraud workshop until he opened his own studio in 1953.
He used clay from Cluny mixed with local Vallauris earth, and had exceptional technical expertise. Kostanda was instrumental in organizing ceramic shows, now known as the Vallauris Biennale. His son Alexis is also a potter.
Details
- CreatorAlexandre Kostanda (Artist)
- DimensionsHeight: 8.5 in. (21.59 cm)Width: 5.5 in. (13.97 cm)Depth: 4.5 in. (11.43 cm)
- StyleMid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
- Materials and TechniquesClay,Fired
- Place of Origin
- Period
- Date of Manufacture1960s
- Condition
- Seller LocationDenver, CO
- Reference Number
Shipping & Returns
- Shipping$20 Standard Parcel Shippingto United States 0, arrives in 2-7 days. We recommend this shipping type based on item size, type and fragility.Delivered by a parcel delivery service such as UPS, FedEx, or DHL.Ships From: Denver, CO
- Return Policy
This item cannot be returned.
1stDibs Buyer Protection Guaranteed
If your item arrives not as described, we’ll work with you and the seller to make it right. Learn more
About the SellerLocated in Denver, CO
5 / 5
Vetted Seller
These experienced sellers undergo a comprehensive evaluation by our team of in-house experts.
Established in 2017
1stDibs seller since 2020
34 sales on 1stDibs
Typical response time: 1 hour
More From This Seller
- Located in Denver, COMidcentury abstract drip-glazed stoneware vase by California studio potter Andrew Bergloff (1929-2015). Signe...Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vases
MaterialsStoneware
- By Dolores PorrasLocated in Denver, COHand painted terracotta pot by Dolores Porras (1937-2010) employing her iconic mermaid motif. Signed, 1970s. B...Category
Vintage 1970s Mexican Folk Art Ceramics
MaterialsTerracotta, Paint
$1,250 Sale Price47% Off - By Lane FurnitureLocated in Denver, COA rare Carrara marble and walnut dining table for Lane's 'Rhythm' series. Custom ordered for the sole previous...Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Tables
MaterialsCarrara Marble
- By Raymor, Alvino Bagni, Bagni CeramicheLocated in Denver, COA gorgeous pair of mid-century Italian ceramic lamps by Alvino Bagni for Bagni Ceramiche, imported to the U.S. b...Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
MaterialsCeramic
$2,972 Sale Price / set20% Off - By Lane FurnitureLocated in Denver, COA rare Carrara marble and walnut dining table and chairs for Lane's 'Rhythm' series. Custom ordered for the ...Category
Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Dining Room Sets
MaterialsCarrara Marble
$3,995 Sale Price20% Off - By Raymor, Bitossi, Aldo LondiLocated in Denver, COA classic handmade stamped pattern ceramic lamp by Aldo Londi for Bitossi. The harp base clip is bent, but th...Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps
MaterialsCeramic
$995 Sale Price47% Off
You May Also Like
Midcentury French Ceramic Jug / Vase by Alexandre Kostanda, circa 1960s
By Alexandre Kostanda
Located in London, GB
Midcentury ceramic jug / vase by Alexandre Kostanda (circa 1960s). In his trademark natural clay and rustic style, Kostanda created beautifully original vessels, such as vases, pitch...
Category
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Pitchers
Materials
Ceramic
$434 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage French Ceramic Pitcher by Jacques Blin, circa 1960s
By Jacques Blin
Located in London, GB
Vintage French ceramic pitcher by Jacques Blin (circa 1960s). Unique in its style and decoration, its form is zoomorphic with incised decor of geometric shapes. Of course Jacques Bli...
Category
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vases
Materials
Ceramic
Mid-Century Ceramic Pitcher by Accolay 'circa 1960s'
By Accolay Pottery
Located in London, GB
Stylised mid-century ceramic pitcher by Accolay (circa 1960s). A creative take on the traditional pitcher with extended handle, the zoomorphic shape suggests the very bird that is pa...
Category
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Pitchers
Materials
Ceramic
$543 Sale Price
20% Off
Alexandre Kostanda Peacock Ceramic Dish Vallauris, 1960s
By Alexandre Kostanda
Located in Paris, FR
Nice stylised golden / brown peacock ceramic decorative dish.
Signed Kostanda / Vallauris.
Category
Vintage 1960s French Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Materials
Ceramic
Vintage French Ceramic Ramekin by Alexandre Kostanda 'circa 1960s', Small
By Alexandre Kostanda
Located in London, GB
French ceramic decorative ramekin / vide-poche (small) by Alexandre Kostanda, Vallauris, France (circa 1960s). In his trademark natural clay and rustic style, Kostanda created beauti...
Category
Vintage 1960s French Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche
Materials
Ceramic
Ceramic Decorative Pitcher by Dominique Pouchain, circa 1980s
By Dominique Pouchain
Located in London, GB
Ceramic decorative pitcher / vase by Dominique Pouchain (circa 1980s). In homage to the style of ceramics created by his father, Jacques Pouchain, Dominique created this piece with e...
Category
Vintage 1980s French Pitchers
Materials
Ceramic
French Ceramic Pitcher by Gustave Reynaud
By Gustave Raynaud
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful painted ceramic pitcher from France, 1950's. Curved handle with painted flowers and bird motif in blue grey coloring.
Category
Vintage 1950s French Pitchers
Materials
Ceramic
Ceramic Pitcher by Roger Capron, Vallauris, circa 1960
By Roger Capron
Located in Paris, Ile-de-France
A large ceramic pitcher or jug,
thick white enamel with polychrome decoration.
Roger Capron,
Vallauris
France circa 1960.
signed "Capron Vallauris"
Measures: Height: 33.5 c...
Category
Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Pitchers
Materials
Ceramic
The 1stDibs Promise
Learn MoreExpertly Vetted Sellers
Confidence at Checkout
Price-Match Guarantee
Exceptional Support
Buyer Protection
Insured Global Delivery