Mid-Century Modern Fondue Set in Fat Lava Ceramic by Marius Giuge for Vallauris, 1950, Set of 8

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A striking French Mid-Century ceramic fondue service by Marius Giuge of Vallauris, dating to circa 1950. The set features a … Read more A striking French Mid-Century ceramic fondue service by Marius Giuge of Vallauris, dating to circa 1950. The set features a rich glossy brown and amber glaze with dramatic cream and golden reactive lava decoration, characteristic of the expressive ceramics produced in Vallauris during the post-war period.
Designed for eight people, the service includes eight divided fondue plates together with a lidded fondue pot, its ceramic stand and burner. Each plate is moulded with separate compartments for sauces and accompaniments. All ceramic pieces are signed “Vallauris – Giuge – France.”
Marius Giuge (1909–1980) belonged to the remarkable generation of ceramicists working in Vallauris during its post-war artistic renaissance. Vallauris became one of the great centers of modern French ceramics, associated with celebrated artists and ceramicists including Pablo Picasso and Roger Capron.
Perfect for entertaining, a Mid-Century table setting, or as a collectible decorative service for lovers of Vallauris ceramics.
Maker: Marius Giuge, Vallauris
Style: Mid-Century Modern
Place of Origin: Vallauris, France
Period: Mid-20th Century
Date of Manufacture: circa 1950
Materials & Techniques: Glazed ceramic, reactive lava glaze
Marks: All ceramic pieces signed “Vallauris – Giuge – France”
Condition: Good vintage condition with age-appropriate signs of use.
Sold As: 11-piece set comprising 8 divided plates, 1 lidded fondue pot, 1 ceramic stand and 1 burner
Dimensions:
Fondue pot: Height 6.7 in (17 cm); Length 11 in (28 cm); Diameter 5.7 in (14.5 cm).
Plates: Diameter 9.1 in (23 cm).
Weight: 17.6 lbs (8 kg) for the complete service. See less