Ribbed Vallauris pitcher with pinched beak & brown handle 7½"

Dating from the 1950s / 60s, this green-glazed pitcher is from Vallauris (stamped by the atelier underneath) - a village in the south of France renowned for pottery (even still today). The broad, swollen ribbed form is very unusual and softens the silhouette.

Vallauris, a town in the South of France, became a hub for pottery due to its abundant clay and water resources. The town's pottery history dates back to the Roman era, but it gained international fame in the 20th century when artists like Pablo Picasso and Jean Marais settled there. Picasso, who lived in Vallauris from 1948 to 1955, revolutionized the local pottery industry by introducing his unique artistic style to ceramics. This period saw the creation of highly innovative and expressive pieces, influencing both art and culinary ceramics. Vallauris remains renowned for its pottery, especially for its culinary ware, which is appreciated for both its functionality and artistic merit.