Mid-Century French Ceramic Decorative Bowl by Gustave Reynaud for Le Mûrier (circa 1950s)
0987C
Mid-century French ceramic decorative bowl by Gustave Reynaud for Le Mûrier (circa 1950s). A charming piece with Reynaud's signature style, chalk-white colour base with French Coq / Rooster painted motif. In good vintage condition. Maker's mark appears on the base which is Le Mûrier's trademarked mulberry leaf. Upon request, a video of the piece may be provided. Please view the many accompanying photos in this listing to appreciate its condition and aesthetic qualities.
About the Artist: Gustave Reynaud (1915-1972) founded the pottery, Le Mûrier (Mulberry Tree), in Vallauris, France in 1955. He produced earthenware designed in conjunction with his well known brother-in-law, Jean Derval, as well as vases, wall plaques and anthropomorphic jugs. He also worked with the potter JF Descombes and decorator Michel Barbier in their well known village. After Reynaud's death in 1972 his wife ran the pottery until 1984.
Dimensions:
H 10.5 cm / 4.1"
Dia 25.0 cm / 9.8"