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Sopra signed "JDL" Jean de Lespinasse, Ceramic de Vallauris, 1961 - France
Lovely soup in enameled ceramics, manufactured in Vallauris …
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Sopra signed "JDL" Jean de Lespinasse, Ceramic de Vallauris, 1961 - France
Lovely soup in enameled ceramics, manufactured in Vallauris in the 50s of the twentieth century, signed by the artist Jean de Lespinasse (1896-1979). It presents a beautiful organic decoration created by the combination of different stripes of colors that contrast with the bluish background. The ornament is finished configuring with funny and spontaneous navy blue incisions. The two side handles have a fun shape, as well as the main handle, on the lid, reminiscent of a crustacean fin. The chromatic range oscillates around cold, cheerful and bright colors. Polychrome applied with brush after cooked the piece. Sign at the "JDL 61" base. Good condition for its age and use, except for a small damage nothing that interferes with the global vision of the set. Jean de Lespinasse (JDL) was a recognized ceramist in the 1940s. At the end of the war, he opened his local craft workshop, and later founded Socfra with his wife. They crossed with Roger Capron. Jean de Lespinasse is known for his large -scale works, and his mastery of the art of ceramics through his interaction of mate and bright enamels.
About the ceramics of Vallauris
Vallauris was a potter who experienced great growth in the mid -nineteenth century thanks to the arrival of the railroad. It ended up consecrating as a ceramic focus with the arrival of post -impression and modern post painters, such as Chagall or Picasso, who sought in the eastern and primitive their source of inspiration. At the moment, the big factories arises, and with them, a true industrial and commercial organization in terms of ceramic production.
Since the Gallic-Roman times, pottery has stood out in Vallauris thanks to culinary ceramics. Cazuelas, pots and jugs have increased the international reputation of Vallauris, especially due to the resistance of this material at high temperatures. The arrival of Picasso in the 1950s granted Vallauris to the capital range of the ceramics of France, since it attracted many artists eager to learn the arts of fire. Vallauris ceramics is top quality both in material and design.
Dimensions: 32 x 33 x 23 cm.
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- Dimensions
- 12.99ʺW × 12.99ʺD × 12.6ʺH
- Country of Origin
- France
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Ceramic
- Condition
- Unknown, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Blue
- Condition Notes
- Good — This vintage item remains fully functional, but it shows sign of age through scuffs, dings, faded finishes, minimal … moreGood — This vintage item remains fully functional, but it shows sign of age through scuffs, dings, faded finishes, minimal upholstery defects, or visible repairs. less
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