Shell dish, pink, ceramics, Creation A. Ferlay, Vallauris, France, 1960s.
225 PLN
250 PLN
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This French ceramic shell-shaped dish, produced by Creation A. Ferlay in Vallauris on the French Riviera in the 1960s, exemplifies mid-century modern craftsmanship. Made of ceramic, its glossy glaze features vibrant pink hues that intensify towards the rim, contrasted by a dark gray to nearly black accent outlining the organic, undulating edge. The interior displays subtle, naturalistic ridges and a raised detail reminiscent of a pearl or shell growth, while the underside remains unglazed, revealing the raw ceramic material and the maker’s signature. The piece is in very good vintage condition, with no visible chips, cracks, or repairs. The listed price refers to a single piece. This dish is a voice from the 1960s—bold, expressive, yet rooted in the tradition of Vallauris ceramic artisanship. Its organic form evokes the Mediterranean sea and nature, while the fat lava glaze speaks to the era’s fascination with texture and color, hallmarks of French modernism. Each asymmetry, hand-finished contour, and irregularity in the glaze recalls a time when everyday objects were both functional and sculptural, reflecting a spirit of creative exploration. It brings a sense of lightness and color to an interior, whether paired with simple porcelain or glass to highlight its Mediterranean origins. The dish works beautifully as a solitary accent on a low coffee table or among other 1960s-inspired pieces. It can be combined with organically shaped decor, light wood, or matte metal to achieve a relaxed, curatorial mid-century modern setting—especially in spaces where attention to detail, interplay of light, and color are paramount.
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Height4 cm
Width13 cm
Length14 cm
Dimension details
Length14 cm
Height4 cm
Width13 cm
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