Platter, Giraud Vallauris, multicolor ceramics, France, 1950s.
490 PLN
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This ceramic platter from Giraud Vallauris, crafted in the 1950s, exemplifies postwar Mediterranean artistry from southern France. Made from fired clay in the renowned Vallauris ateliers, the piece merges robust materiality with expressive surface decoration. The hand-painted, Moorish-inspired geometric motif occupies almost the entire expanse of the wide—36 cm diameter—surface. Symmetry centers around a stylized floral emblem, with a warm off-white or light beige matte glaze forming the base. Accents in cobalt blue, burnt orange, muted grey, soft yellow, and deep pink are outlined in vibrant yellow and framed by a thin band of coral red. The matte-to-satin finish and even, precise application of glaze highlight the high standard of workmanship. The piece is in excellent, undamaged condition with no chips, cracks, or restoration marks; a signature on the reverse confirms authenticity. The platter’s design and ornament speak of the 1950s spirit, when Vallauris stood as a hub of ceramic innovation, blending regional craft with Mediterranean influences. The Moorish motif and carefully balanced color palette evoke an admiration for southern light and a gentle geometry, creating a dialogue between tradition and the avant-garde of French modernism. The interplay of matte and semi-gloss surfaces diffuses light softly, reminiscent of languid afternoons surrounded by ceramics on the Côte d’Azur—an invitation to appreciate everyday rituals with calm deliberation. The platter
DIMENSION
Height36 cm
Depth4 cm
Width36 cm
Dimension details
Width36 cm
Height36 cm
Depth4 cm
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