Glossy Black Ceramic Jug from Potiers d'Accolay, 1960s

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This pretty vase forming a pitcher, enamelled in a deep black, is a production of the Accolay potters. Its body … Read more This pretty vase forming a pitcher, enamelled in a deep black, is a production of the Accolay potters. Its body is ringed and offers metallic reflections; its collar is elongated. This ceramic turns out to be an original decorative piece, with a captivating presence thanks to its deep and lively black\.

The vase is grooved on its surface, its black covering is dense and nuanced. It is nicely signed “Accolay”, completed with the 2 glued A’s. It is in good condition, with discreet chips noted at the base of the piece.

Dimensions 11cm to 15cm in diameter, width 20cm, height 31cm.

In the middle of the 20th century, Accolay was the setting for a true revolution in ceramics. Four former students of Alexandre Kostanda settled in the small village of Yonne in the mid-1940s; many potters followed their example. For around forty years, the production of Accolay potters will be impressive, original and daring.

In the middle of the 20th century, Accolay was the setting for a true revolution in ceramics. Four former students of Alexandre Kostanda settled in the small village of Yonne in the mid-1940s; many potters followed their example. For around forty years, the production of Accolay potters will be impressive, original and daring.



Stoneware vase Pottery d'Accollay old sculptural form signed stoneware Georges Jouve style fifties form French art midcentury This piece has an attribution mark,
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