Centerpiece bowl fat lava, white black grey, ceramics, Vallauris, France, 1960s.
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This ceramic centerpiece bowl, crafted by Vallauris in France during the 1960s, exemplifies hand-formed artisan work in the brutalist and fat lava styles. Its organic, asymmetrical silhouette is defined by thick, uneven walls and a striking cratered glaze texture reminiscent of molten lava. The monochrome palette—cool white punctuated by bold black and subtle gray—creates a dynamic surface composition and emphasizes the raw, authentic character of the design. The bowl is hand-crafted, evident in the subtle irregularities of its form and finish, while a signature on the base attests to its provenance from the renowned French atelier. The glossy glaze accentuates the depth and complexity of the tactile surface. The bowl remains in excellent condition, retaining its original patina and showing no signs of damage, restoration, or excessive wear. This piece seems to echo the spirit of the 1960s—a period of material and formal experimentation, with Vallauris on the French Riviera at the heart of avant-garde ceramic art. Its organic, untamed lines and volcanic texture conjure images of the southern French landscape, where artisans translated the region’s geology into a distinctive design vocabulary. Every aspect of the bowl tells a story of manual craftsmanship and fascination with contrasts—between the smoothness of glaze and the roughness of the structure. The raw form radiates the energy of mid-century modernism and the boldness of an era seeking new means of
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Height5 cm
Length26 cm
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Length26 cm
Height5 cm
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