{"product_id":"1960s-expressive-chalice-form-keraluc-candlestick-61-4","title":"1960s Expressive Chalice-Form Keraluc Candlestick - 6¼\"","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eSculptural and richly decorated, this ceramic candlestick was hand-painted at the Keraluc workshop in Quimper, Brittany, by André L’Helguen (1935–2017) during the 1960s. The compact, chalice-like form rises from a sturdy foot to a shallow bowl fitted with a central pricket for securing a taper candle. Sculptural yet simple, the form is animated by stylised florals, scrolling foliage, and folkloric medallions. A bold black graphic line runs through the decoration, sharply outlining the motifs and creating a striking contrast with lively touches of olive green, ochre, soft pink, inky blue, and ivory, lending the piece clarity and rhythmic presence. The glaze retains a gentle sheen with time-softened outlines, minor surface wear consistent with age, and small irregularities inherent to hand production. Signed beneath the base, the piece remains in very good vintage condition.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eFounded in 1948, Keraluc became known for its artist-led approach, combining Breton folk traditions with a modern, graphic sensibility. Working closely with individual painters such as L’Helguen, the workshop produced expressive, small-batch ceramics that balanced strong form, have made Keraluc pieces enduringly appealing to collectors and decorators alike.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eRelated tall baluster candlesticks by the same artist are available for purchase separately \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.chezpluie.com\/search?q=Andr%C3%A9+L%E2%80%99Helguen\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"André L'Helguen\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e, and the three pieces group beautifully together, forming a balanced and sculptural ensemble with rhythmic variation in height and form.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eCondition and patina consistent with age.\u003cbr\u003eApprox. overall 6¼\" high x 4¾\" diameter \u003cbr\u003eApprox. overall 16cm high x 12cm diameter\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Chez Pluie","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52491261542738,"sku":"23567","price":675.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1166\/6698\/files\/DSC00347_d4c2bea8-6d33-4830-8f79-9217e51df7ca.jpg?v=1768551546","url":"https:\/\/www.chezpluie.com\/products\/1960s-expressive-chalice-form-keraluc-candlestick-61-4","provider":"Chez Pluie","version":"1.0","type":"link"}