Decorative French Ceramic Platter by Jacques Pouchain for Poët-Laval, 1950s

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Poët-Laval decorative ceramic platter by Jacques Pouchain (circa 1950s). This rather rare platter incorporates an image of a cubist wine … Read more Poët-Laval decorative ceramic platter by Jacques Pouchain (circa 1950s). This rather rare platter incorporates an image of a cubist wine pitcher and a bunch of stylised grapes on a rustic table, certainly inspired by a still life painting by Picasso. Beyond the image, is a luminescent green glaze which gently slopes upwards towards the decorative outer edge. This piece is one of Pouchain's highly personal works created in Poët-Laval rather than in the town next door, Dieulefit, where his later, more commercial pieces were produced. The maker's mark on the bottom reflects this differentiation. In fair overall condition with a few characterful blemishes not affecting the overall impression of the piece. There is some slight fading of the glazing particularly at the edges. This is a rare collector's piece from the personal repertoire of the master ceramicist, Jacques Pouchain. Dimensions : W 31.5 cm / 12.4" D 22 cm / 8.7" H 2.5 cm / 1" See less