Vintage French pitcher w/ luminous taupe glaze by Dominique Baudart 7"

This delightful glazed ceramic pitcher by Dominique Baudart exhibits a terrific taupe brown subtly luminous and iridescent glaze and nature-inspired designs. This piece was created in the late 60s or early 70s during Baudart's time in the Drôme region. Note the star in the center of what appears to be a cross-section of a tree with delicate pine leaves extending from its larger circular outline. A lovely piece of ceramic art to display on a shelf or in the kitchen for daily use in both traditional and modern interiors. Beneath the piece, it is signed "D. Baudart". 

About the Artist:

Dominique Baudart settled in Vallauris in 1952, where he initially worked with Jean Rivier, then at the Vieux Moulin with Malarmey and Perot. Finally, he established his own studio. Roger Collet took over his workshop in 1963, which probably coincided with Baudart's departure for Die, in the Drôme region, where he continued his ceramic work. He has completed many works in the taste of Picasso's ceramic collaborator, Robert Picault, whom he probably met in Vallauris. Extract translated from La Bergerie Céramiques.