Some ceramics owe their beauty neither to painted decoration nor applied patterns, but to the dialogue between earth, oxides, and fire. This small bowl is a perfect illustration of this. Hand-crafted in the 1960s-1970s, it features a simple silhouette enhanced by two small side handles, while its true appeal lies in its glaze. On the exterior, a deep, warm brown evokes traditional terracotta. On the interior, the firing process has created a spectacular design where emerald green blends with turquoise and black hues in an almost vegetal movement. Each reflection differs depending on the light, making this piece truly unique. Such glaze effects were particularly sought after by art pottery studios of the second half of the 20th century. They result from a controlled yet always unpredictable firing, where each piece develops its own personality. It is this element of randomness that makes these creations so vibrant and cherished by collectors of studio ceramics. With a diameter of approximately 13 cm (excluding handles) and a height of approximately 6 cm, this bowl will naturally find its place on a table, console, or shelf, where it can hold a few sweets, jewelry, potpourri, or simply be admired as a beautiful decorative object. The piece is in very good condition, with no cracks or restorations, and only the slight traces of manufacturing and firing that attest to its artisanal character.
Additional details:
- Brand: Vallauris
- Style: Céramique d'art
- Style: Artisanat
- Material: Émail
- Colour: Brun
- Colour: Émeraude
- Period: 1960s-1970s