Ashtray fat lava, red, ceramics, Vallauris, France, 1960s.
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This ceramic ashtray from Vallauris, France, exemplifies the expressive mid-century modern style of the 1960s, crafted in the iconic fat lava technique. The piece is dominated by a saturated, vivid red glaze that envelops most surfaces, while the center features dynamic, flowing patterns in deep black, surrounded by irregular accents of creamy white and earthy brown. The highly glossy, almost wet-looking finish accentuates the sculptural quality of the ashtray. Its form is organic and asymmetrical, with softly undulating edges and three integrated cigarette rests. Made from substantial, smooth ceramic, it measures approximately 19 x 17 x 9 cm. The ashtray is preserved in very good vintage condition, with the original glaze vibrant and intact, free from visible damage or restoration. The organic lines and bold color palette evoke the spirit of 1960s southern France, when Vallauris was renowned for its artistic ceramics. This piece appears to narrate an era when abstract forms and dynamic glazing were symbols of creative freedom. The red glaze glows like Mediterranean lava, while the black and brown splashes freeze a moment of movement, and the glossy surface reflects light, endowing the object with a sculptural, almost jewel-like quality. The Vallauris ashtray can serve as a decorative accent on a coffee table, sideboard, or amidst a mid-century ceramics collection. It could be paired with simple, geometric wooden or glass forms, as well as natural-toned textiles, to highlight its dynamic colors and organic shape. It would fit well in eclectic, collector-inspired interiors, as well as spaces informed by the style of southern Europe in the 1950s and 1960s.
DIMENSION
Height9 cm
Width17 cm
Length19 cm
Dimension details
Length19 cm
Height9 cm
Width17 cm
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