Vase Vallauris - Signed Michel Gorgeon

Vase signed Michel Gorgeon – Vallauris – French art ceramics – 1950s/60s – Handmade – Mid-Century Modern (MCM) style. Ceramic vase signed by Michel Gorgeon, made in the workshops of Vallauris, a historic site of French ceramic design and Provençal art pottery of the 20th century. This model, representative of the Mid-Century Modern (MCM) period of the 1950s-1960s, illustrates the work of French ceramists of the time, blending artisanal creativity, modernist forms, and Art Deco influences. The vase features a curved and balanced shape, characteristic of Vallauris design, and a hand-painted geometric and botanical decoration in harmonious tones of terracotta, emerald green, and deep blue. The combination of matte and satin finishes highlights the texture of the ceramic and the quality of the work by designer ceramist Michel Gorgeon, whose creations fully embody the aesthetic of French Studio Pottery. Every detail reflects careful turning and glazing work, true to the spirit of French design from the mid-20th century. The signature “M G Vallauris, ” handwritten under the base, confirms its authenticity and origin from the art workshops of Vallauris, Provence. This vase illustrates the connection between Art Deco and modernism, combining geometric elegance and artisanal craftsmanship. Condition: Excellent overall condition. No cracks, no chips. Intact glazing. Dimensions: Height: 17 cm. Diameter at the neck: 10 cm. Diameter at the base: 8 cm. Signature: MG Vallauris (handwritten signature under the base) Period: Circa 1950 – 1960. Origin: Vallauris, Provence, France. Provenance: Private collection. Carefully packaged and secured, protected shipping.