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Ceramic wall clock edited by Roger Capron and produced in his Vallauris workshop, France, circa 1970s.
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Ceramic wall clock edited by Roger Capron and produced in his Vallauris workshop, France, circa 1970s.
This example belongs to the “Cercle du Soleil” studio line, a branded production created by Capron in the mid-1970s to designate a series of decorative works issued under his direct supervision. Pieces from this line are characterized by bright, sun-inspired or floral motifs and bear the Cercle du Soleil mark stamped into the ceramic.
The clock features floral decoration, Roman numerals, and an arched architectural form typical of Capron’s Vallauris output. The front bears the printed inscription “Éditée par Roger Capron, céramiste à Vallauris, France”, confirming official studio editing and production. The reverse is stamped Cercle du Soleil.
Fitted with its original battery-powered quartz movement, consistent with Capron’s decorative clocks of this period, and currently in working order. A refined and collectible example of post-war French Vallauris ceramic design.
About Roger Capron
Roger Capron (1922–2006) was one of the leading figures of the post-war ceramic revival in Vallauris, on the French Riviera. After training at the École des Arts Appliqués in Paris, he settled in Vallauris in 1946, at a time when the town was re-emerging as a major center of modern ceramics. In 1948, he co-founded the Atelier Callis alongside Robert Picault and Jean Derval, before establishing his own workshop in the early 1950s.
Capron became widely recognized for his inventive use of ceramic surfaces, combining hand-painted decoration, incised motifs, and tile-based compositions. His work ranges from functional pottery to sculptural pieces and large-scale architectural installations. During the 1950s and 1960s, Capron gained international recognition, helping to elevate Vallauris ceramics within the broader context of mid-century modern design.
Today, pieces signed “Capron Vallauris” are regarded as important examples of 20th-century French ceramics, valued for their craftsmanship, graphic clarity, and strong presence within the post-war decorative arts movement.
Approx. dimensions
Width: 7.68 in (19.5 cm), depth: 1.57 in (4 cm), height: 11.61 in (29.5 cm)
Approx. weight
2.56 lb (1.16 kg)
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- Dimensions
- 7.68ʺW × 1.57ʺD × 11.61ʺH
- Styles
- French
- Mid-Century Modern
- Artist
- Roger Capron
- Brand
- Roger Capron
- Designer
- Roger Capron
- Period
- 1970s
- Country of Origin
- France
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Ceramic
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Beige
- Condition Notes
- Excellent vintage condition with minor wear consistent with age and use. Surface patina preserved. Quartz movement functional. Excellent vintage condition with minor wear consistent with age and use. Surface patina preserved. Quartz movement functional. less
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