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Pair of Signed Ceramic Candleholders French Vallauris, Mid-Century Modern
By Vallauris
Located in Paris, FR
Two pairs of double original Vallauris French midcentury ceramic double candleholders beautifully
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Candle Lamps

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Ceramic

Signed Chaty Vallauris Mid-Century Modern Brass Sunburst Mirrors - Pair
By Chaty Vallauris
Located in Miami, FL
Mid-Century Modern Pair of French signed Chaty Vallauris Brass plated sunburst mirror. Have a look
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Sunburst Mirrors

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Metal

Robert Picault Vallauris Mid-Century Hand Painted Pottery Serving Dish
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
A rare and important stunning French mid-century art pottery serving dish by Robert Picault and
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Dishes and Vide-Poche

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Clay

Gustave Reynaud Le Murier, Vallauris Mid-Century Stoneware Fragrance Diffuser
By Gustave Reynaud
Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR
French Mid-century stoneware vase by Jacqueline and Gustave Reynaud Le Murier, Vallauris, France
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Urns

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Stoneware

Vallauris Midcentury Ceramic Pottery Tray Dish in the Manner of Picasso, 1954
By Vallauris
Located in Studio City, CA
An exquisitely made, wonderfully decorated, large, unique ceramic tray made in Vallauris, France
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

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Ceramic

Vallauris Midcentury Ceramic Sculpted Ceramic Bowl Manner Gilbert Valentin
By Gilbert Valentin
Located in Miami, FL
A stunning decorative sculpted bowl with a glazed finish in two stunning mid-century traditional
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

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Ceramic

2 Robert Picault Vallauris mid-century pharmacy jars from the 50s
By Robert Picault
Located in LA FERTÉ-SOUS-JOUARRE, FR
Set of two mid-century pharmacy jars from the 1950s, crafted by Robert Picault. Each jar comes with
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Jars

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Faience

Large Vallauris Majolica Shell Shaped Vase, Orange and Brown Glazed Ceramic
By Vallauris
Located in Barcelona, ES
Giant Mid-century Modern Vallauris Ceramid Shell Shaped Vase. France, 1950s-1960s. Colorful vase
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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vases

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Ceramic, Majolica, Pottery

French Vallauris Majolica Shell Shaped Vase in Multi Color Glazed Ceramic
By Vallauris
Located in Barcelona, ES
Giant Mid-century Modern Vallauris Ceramid Shell Shaped Vase. France, 1950s-1960s. Colorful vase
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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vases

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Ceramic, Pottery, Majolica

Vallauris Majolica Orange Brown Ceramic Jug Vase Fat Lava Design
By Vallauris
Located in Barcelona, ES
Mid-Century Modern Orange Beige and Brown Glazed Ceramic Vase by Vallauris. France, 1950s-1960s
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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vases

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Ceramic, Majolica, Pottery

French Mid-Century Modernism Pitcher and Eight Cups Set by Vallauris Faience
By Vallauris
Located in Paris, FR
Vallauris, midcentury French modern style and a vibrant combination of colors for this great set
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic, Faience

French Ceramic Mirror by La Roue Ceramic Studio, Vallauris, Flowers, 1950s
By La Roue
Located in Camblanes et Meynac, FR
Vallauris mid-century creations, combines a rustic aspect with a brightly coloured decoration. An original
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

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Enamel

Mid-Century Majolica Oyster Plate Vallauris
By Vallauris
Located in Austin, TX
Mid-Century Ceramic Oyster Plate Vallauris circa 1950. All differents colors , plates are sold
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Dinner Plates

Materials

Ceramic

Mid-Century French Ceramic Fish Dish Vallauris
By Vallauris
Located in Austin, TX
Mid-Century French Ceramic fish dish signed Vallauris.
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Ceramic

Mid-Century Majolica Palissy Lobster Platter Vallauris
By Vallauris
Located in Austin, TX
Mid-Century Majolica Palissy Lobster Platter Vallauris. Mussels.shells,seaweeds. Diameter / 9.8
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art

Materials

Ceramic, Faience, Majolica

Mid-Century Majolica Yellow Oyster Plate Vallauris
By Vallauris
Located in Austin, TX
Mid-Century Ceramic Yellow Oyster Plate Vallauris
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Dinner Plates

Materials

Ceramic

Mid-century French Majolica Cheese Platter Vallauris
By Vallauris
Located in Austin, TX
Mid-century French Majolica Cheese Platter Vallauris Decorated with tomato,onion,pepper.
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware

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Ceramic, Faience, Majolica

Mid Century Vallauris Ceramic Tiles Coffee Table
By Vallauris
Located in palm beach, FL
Mid-century coffee table with solid black metal and original black and red handcrafted painted
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Iron

Mid-Century French Green Majolica Deer Trivet Vallauris
By Vallauris
Located in Austin, TX
Mid-century French Green Majolica deer Trivet Vallauris. Shaped as an hunting horn.
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware

Materials

Ceramic

Mid-Century Ceramic Wall Plaque Flowers Picard Vallauris
By Vallauris
Located in Austin, TX
Mid-Century Wall Plaque Flowers Picard Vallauris.
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Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Decorative Baskets

Materials

Ceramic

Mid-Century Ceramic Wall Plaque Flowers Picard Vallauris
By Vallauris
Located in Austin, TX
Large Mid-Century Wall Plaque Flowers Picard Vallauris.
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Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Decorative Baskets

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Ceramic

Mid-Century Modern Ceramic Bowl from Vallauris, France
By Vallauris
Located in London, GB
Unusual glazed vintage ceramic bowl created in the famous potteries of Vallauris in the South of
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Ceramic

Mid-Century Octogonal Blue & White Plate La Roue Vallauris
By Vallauris
Located in Austin, TX
Mid-Century Octogonal Blue & White Plate signed La Roue Vallauris. 7.8 inches diameter.
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Dinner Plates

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Ceramic, Faience

Mid-Century French Majolica Fish & Oyster Wall Pan Vallauris
By Vallauris
Located in Austin, TX
Mid-Century French Majolica Fish & Oyster Wall Pan Vallauris.
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art

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Ceramic

Vallauris Decorative Handled Pitcher or Vase, France, Mid-Century
By Vallauris
Located in Miami, FL
A very collectable mid-century vintage handled vase or pitcher. This decorative piece has classic
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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vases

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Ceramic

Large Mid-Century Ceramic Wall Plaque Flowers Picard Vallauris
By Vallauris
Located in Austin, TX
Large Mid-Century Wall Plaque Flowers Picard Vallauris.
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Vintage 1950s Mid-Century Modern Decorative Baskets

Materials

Ceramic

Large Mid-Century Octogonal Blue & White Plate La Roue Vallauris
By Vallauris
Located in Austin, TX
Large Mid-Century Octogonal Blue & White Plate signed La Roue Vallauris. 9.8 inches diameter.
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Dinner Plates

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Ceramic, Faience

Vallauris Blue Ceramic Coffee Set, Mid-Century Modern, France, 1950
By Vallauris
Located in Paris, FR
Creative French Mid-Century Modern coffee set signed by Vallauris presenting 7 pieces in a very
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Tea Sets

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Ceramic

Pair of Mid-Century Green Majolica Deer Wine Coaster Bottle Vallauris
By Vallauris
Located in Austin, TX
Pair of Mid-Century Green Majolica Deer Wine Coaster Bottle Vallauris. In a shape of an hunting
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware

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Ceramic

Mid-Century Modern Oval Vallauris Majolica Wall Plate With Sea Creatures
By Vallauris
Located in Doornspijk, NL
Black ceramic majolica oval shaped wall plate with fishes and other sea creatures by Vallauris
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art

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Ceramic

Signed Vallauris France Ceramic Pottery Glazed Blue & Black Mid-Century Modern
By Vallauris
Located in Miami, FL
Superb Mid-Century Modern handcrafted drip glazed ceramic vase, vessel, object of Fine Art in hues
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Marked Vallauris France Ceramic Lemon Basket Green & Yellow Mid-Century Modern
By Vallauris
Located in Miami, FL
1970s Mid-Century Modern handcrafted ceramic, pottery lemon basket or fruit plate in glazed dark
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

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Ceramic, Pottery

Mid-Century Modern Vallauris Style Blue & Black Ceramic Box - France 1950s
By Vallauris
Located in New York, NY
Whimsical deep blue and black ceramic box with cone shaped handles in the style of Vallauris. In
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

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Ceramic

Vallauris Glazed Ceramic Vase Bronze, Black & Orange Mid-Century Modern, France
By Vallauris
Located in Miami, FL
Mid-Century Modern ceramic vase, pottery in bronze, black and orange from Vallauris (small village
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vases

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Ceramic

Vallauris France Glazed Woven Ceramic Basket Emerald Green Mid-Century Modern
By Vallauris
Located in Miami, FL
Mid-Century Modern Woven Ceramic, Pottery in Emerald Green from Vallauris (small village on the
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Mid-Century French Green Majolica Asparagus Set of 13 Pieces Vallauris
By Vallauris
Located in Austin, TX
Green Majolica asparagus set signed Vallauris, circa 1950. Asparagus plates and platter. Measures
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Serving Pieces

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Ceramic, Faience

Mid-Century Modern Tall Blue Vase by French Ceramics Specialist Vallauris
By Vallauris
Located in Doornspijk, NL
really stands out of the crowd. 1950s. Signed Vallauris.
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vases

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Ceramic

Shiny Red Mid Century Vintage Ceramic Plate by Gerard Hofmann Vallauris Pottery
By Vallauris
Located in Neuilly-en- sancerre, FR
Gerard Hofmann Realised in vallauris circa 1950 Original and large shiny red ceramic plate
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware

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Ceramic

Mid-Century Modern, Tall Pair of Ceramic French Pitchers Vase Signed Vallauris
By Vallauris
Located in Paris, FR
Great and tall pair of French pitchers vases, Mid-Century Modern, signed Vallauris in ceramic
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Vallauris Coffee Set Yellow Brown Ceramic, Mid-Century Modern, France, 1950
By Vallauris
Located in Paris, FR
Authentic French midcentury creative full coffee set containing 9 pieces: Measures: 6 cups diameter 8-8.5cm H 7 cm 6 saucers 11 cm x 11.5 cm Jar H 26 cm x L 24 cm x 9.5 cm Milk j...
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Tea Sets

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Ceramic

Mid-Century Modern Fish Serving Plate by Vallauris Signed Morvan, France, 1950s
By Vallauris
Located in Paris, FR
Beautiful and large Mid-Century Modern fish serving plate in vallautis ceramic signed by Morvan
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Platters and Serveware

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Ceramic, Faience

Mid-Century French Ceramic Vase by Jacques Fonck et Jean Mateo for Vallauris
By Vallauris
Located in Trensacq, FR
Mid-century Vallauris Vase by Jacques Fonck et Jean Mateo C1960s France A tall attractive vase
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Vintage 1960s European Mid-Century Modern Vases

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Ceramic

Mid-Century Modern French Chaty Vallauris Style Gilt Sunburst Convex Mirror
By Chaty Vallauris
Located in Pearland, TX
A stunning Mid-Century Modern French Chaty Vallauris style gilt metal sunburst mirror, circa 1960
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Sunburst Mirrors

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Metal

Vallauris, Coffee Service, 1970s
By Vallauris
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Vallauris, signed. Ceramic coffee service, enamelled terracotta, red, consisting of a pitcher
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Mid-20th Century French Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Vallauris, Coffee Service, 1970s
Vallauris, Coffee Service, 1970s
H 9.85 in W 4.14 in D 4.14 in
Mid-Century Round Coffee Table Vallauris Ceramic Capron Barrois, France 60s
By Vallauris
Located in Saarbruecken, DE
Mid-century round coffee table from Vallauris with artist handmade Ceramic Tiles. Signed Barrois
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

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Ceramic, Wood

20th Century Ceramic Vase with Rock Decoration Vallauris 1960
By Vallauris
Located in Saint Rémy de Provence, FR
Important cup Vallauris tripod base in ceramic decorated with rock paintings 1960 Very good
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

French Ceramic Vallauris Pitcher, Midcentury
By Vallauris
Located in Labrit, Landes
French ceramic pitcher from Vallauris, France, circa 1960. Picasso lived and worked in the town of
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Pitchers

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Ceramic

Ceramic Candle Jar Vallauris, 1960
By Vallauris
Located in Saint Rémy de Provence, FR
1960 Vallauris ceramic rooster-shaped candle jar. Tripod legs, glazed enamel interior. Very good
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Candle Lamps

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Ceramic

Ceramic Candle Jar Vallauris, 1960
Ceramic Candle Jar Vallauris, 1960
H 12.6 in W 5.12 in D 5.12 in
Midcentury Vallauris Majolica Ceramic Platter
By Vallauris
Located in Miami, FL
manufactured by Vallauris France, pottery makers, circa 1950s. Useful as centerpiece, fruit or dessert
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Serving Pieces

Materials

Ceramic

Ceramic vase from Vallauris, France, 1960
By Vallauris
Located in PARIS, FR
1960's French Vallauris ceramic vase. White and Yellow with a painted deer decoration. Two large
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Ceramics

Materials

Ceramic

Vallauris Decorative Ceramic Fish Bowl
By Vallauris
Located in Antwerp, BE
Vallauris decorative ceramic fish bowl.
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Bowls

Materials

Ceramic

Vallauris Decorative Ceramic Fish Bowl
Vallauris Decorative Ceramic Fish Bowl
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H 11.82 in W 25.6 in D 13.78 in
Brown 20th Century Ceramic Table Lamp by Sesame Vallauris Unique Design
By Vallauris
Located in Neuilly-en- sancerre, FR
Sesame - Vallauris Unique handmade 20th mid-century ceramic table lamp Signed SESAME Circa
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Large French Mid Century Incised Pottery Table Lamp Vallauris 1960s
By Roger Capron, Vallauris
Located in Tilburg, NL
Large French Mid Century Incised Pottery Table Lamp, Vallauris, France, 1960s. A large sculptural
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Brass

Vintage French Vallauris Ceramic Ashtray 1950
By Vallauris
Located in North Hollywood, CA
glazed ceramic ashtray with colorful abstract design manufactured by Vallauris. France, 1950s. This cool
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Ashtrays

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Ceramic

XXth Century Yellow and White Ceramic Table Lamp by Vallauris 1950
By Vallauris
Located in Neuilly-en- sancerre, FR
Vallauris Realised circa 1950 Large ceramic table lamp with flower decoration Original
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Ceramic

Vallauris Majolica ceramic shell service 1950
By Vallauris
Located in Saint Rémy de Provence, FR
Rare oyster service in majolica ceramic Vallauris 1950 composed of 10 plates and a large dish Good
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Tableware

Materials

Ceramic

Vallauris Majolica ceramic shell service 1950
Vallauris Majolica ceramic shell service 1950
H 8.67 in W 18.12 in D 14.57 in
Oversize Majolica Leaf Vallauris Circa 1950
By Vallauris
Located in Austin, TX
Oversize Majolica Leaf Vallauris, heart shape Vallauris 1950. 15" by 15.3".
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Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Art

Materials

Ceramic

Black 20th century design ceramic vase Vallauris circa 1950 30cm unique piece
By Vallauris
Located in Neuilly-en- sancerre, FR
Vallauris - signed Large unique piece black ceramic vase 20th century design Shiny black
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Ceramic

Vallauris Blue and Grey 20th Century Design Wall Ceramic Mirror, circa 1950
By Vallauris
Located in Neuilly-en- sancerre, FR
Vallauris Realised circa 1950 20th century design large wall ceramic mirror Signed
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Wall Mirrors

Materials

Ceramic

French Ceramic Tile Table by Vallauris
By Vallauris
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage ceramic tile table made by Vallauris in France, 1960's. Beautiful hand etched and painted
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Mid-20th Century French Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Ceramic, Wood

French Ceramic Tile Table by Vallauris
French Ceramic Tile Table by Vallauris
H 12.75 in W 43.75 in D 22.25 in
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Vallauris Mid Century For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal vallauris mid century for your home. Frequently made of ceramic, metal and earthenware, every vallauris mid century was constructed with great care. Your living room may not be complete without a vallauris mid century — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. Each vallauris mid century bearing Mid-Century Modern, Hollywood Regency or Art Deco hallmarks is very popular. Many designers have produced at least one well-made vallauris mid century over the years, but those crafted by Roger Capron, Chaty Vallauris and Robert Picault are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Vallauris Mid Century?

The average selling price for a vallauris mid century at 1stDibs is $1,222, while they’re typically $130 on the low end and $24,565 for the highest priced.

A Close Look at mid-century-modern Furniture

Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three terms that well describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style, which emerged primarily in the years following World War II, is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living.

ORIGINS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

CHARACTERISTICS OF MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGN

MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNERS TO KNOW

ICONIC MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE DESIGNS

VINTAGE MID-CENTURY MODERN FURNITURE ON 1STDIBS

The mid-century modern era saw leagues of postwar American architects and designers animated by new ideas and new technology. The lean, functionalist International-style architecture of Le Corbusier and Bauhaus eminences Ludwig Mies van der Rohe and Walter Gropius had been promoted in the United States during the 1930s by Philip Johnson and others. New building techniques, such as “post-and-beam” construction, allowed the International-style schemes to be realized on a small scale in open-plan houses with long walls of glass.

Materials developed for wartime use became available for domestic goods and were incorporated into mid-century modern furniture designs. Charles and Ray Eames and Eero Saarinen, who had experimented extensively with molded plywood, eagerly embraced fiberglass for pieces such as the La Chaise and the Womb chair, respectively. 

Architect, writer and designer George Nelson created with his team shades for the Bubble lamp using a new translucent polymer skin and, as design director at Herman Miller, recruited the Eameses, Alexander Girard and others for projects at the legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer

Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi devised chairs and tables built of wire mesh and wire struts. Materials were repurposed too: The Danish-born designer Jens Risom created a line of chairs using surplus parachute straps for webbed seats and backrests.

The Risom lounge chair was among the first pieces of furniture commissioned and produced by legendary manufacturer Knoll, a chief influencer in the rise of modern design in the United States, thanks to the work of Florence Knoll, the pioneering architect and designer who made the firm a leader in its field. The seating that Knoll created for office spaces — as well as pieces designed by Florence initially for commercial clients — soon became desirable for the home.

As the demand for casual, uncluttered furnishings grew, more mid-century furniture designers caught the spirit.

Classically oriented creators such as Edward Wormley, house designer for Dunbar Inc., offered such pieces as the sinuous Listen to Me chaise; the British expatriate T.H. Robsjohn-Gibbings switched gears, creating items such as the tiered, biomorphic Mesa table. There were Young Turks such as Paul McCobb, who designed holistic groups of sleek, blond wood furniture, and Milo Baughman, who espoused a West Coast aesthetic in minimalist teak dining tables and lushly upholstered chairs and sofas with angular steel frames.

As the collection of vintage mid-century modern chairs, dressers, coffee tables and other furniture for the living room, dining room, bedroom and elsewhere on 1stDibs demonstrates, this period saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history.

Questions About Vallauris Mid Century
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    The difference between mid-century and mid-century modern comes down to specificity. When it comes to furniture and architecture, for example, mid-century refers to works that emerged during the middle of the 20th century, usually between 1950 and 1970. The more specific descriptor, mid-century modern, is used to refer to a particular style of design that emphasizes simplicity, organic forms and clean lines. Mid-century modern furniture designers generally drew on the architectural work of Frank Lloyd Wright, Bauhaus design, Scandinavian modernism and more. Any piece of furniture produced during the 1950s and ’60s can be referred to as mid-century, but only those with specific characteristics are mid-century modern. That said, when enthusiasts of furniture and architecture use the shorter of the two phrases, they may indeed be referring to modernist works created during that period in history. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of mid-century modern furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 26, 2021
    A mid-century sofa is any sofa created during the mid-20th century. Mid-century modern sofas are pieces of seating furniture that embody the venturesome attributes that we associate with mid-century modern furniture — while not all sofas designed in the mid-century modern style are the same, they frequently have a low profile and are characterized by gentle curves, clean lines and an organic shape. Mid-century furniture is a timeless classic due to its elegant simplicity. Shop a collection of antique, vintage, and contemporary mid-century sofas from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
    No, the 1970s are generally not considered to fall within the era identified as mid-century. With respect to mid-century modern design, while there is some debate between collectors and design experts about the specific time period that saw the emergence of the style, most furniture enthusiasts agree that by the late 1960s, interest in MCM had largely declined. Writer Cara Greenberg, who coined the term “mid-century modernism,” suggests that “the period from the end of World War II to 1960 – from V-J Day to JFK – was the heyday of innovative furniture design in America.” Mid-century modern furniture is characterized by clean lines and inviting, organic shapes. Furniture makers of the era believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Find a variety of vintage mid-century modern furniture and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Mid-century artwork is any piece of art produced during the middle of the 20th century. It includes paintings, drawings, prints, sculptures, collages, pottery and other media. You'll find a large selection of mid-century artwork from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Mid-century modern decor was popularized during the period of 1933 to 1965 but most would suggest that the style emerged during the years that followed World War II. This style of decor is typically characterized by sleek lines, organic forms, minimal ornamentation and high functionality. Find the finest mid-century modern furnishings and more on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Mid-century furniture is furniture created within the period of 1933 to 1965 but most would argue that the style began to emerge in the postwar years. This style of furniture is known for its sleek lines and organic shapes. The creators most frequently associated with mid-century modern furniture believed that good design meant good living. Mid-century modern is today by far the largest category of furnishings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Mid-century jewelry is a style of jewelry that rose in popularity along with the mid-century modern design movement. Pieces from this era typically feature bold, geometric designs. Shop a variety of mid-century jewelry and accessories from some of the world’s top dealers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    The mid-century modern style emerged primarily in the years following World War II. This style of decor is characterized by sleek lines, organic forms, minimal ornamentation and high functionality. Creators of mid-century modern furniture believed that good design meant good living, and mid-century modern is today by far the largest category of furnishings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    A mid-century chair is a piece of seating furniture that was designed at any point during the middle of the 20th century. Mid-century modern furniture is characterized by pieces that were conceived and made in an energetic, optimistic spirit by creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. The mid-century period provided an excellent opportunity to experiment with both functional and decorative forms. Mid-century modern chairs were made with a variety of natural and synthetic materials, combining leather, wood, and cane with chrome, steel, and plastic. Shop a range of vintage mid-century chairs on 1stDibs today.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Mid century modern refers to the middle of the 20th century — specifically 1930s through the mid-1960s. This period represents a design and architecture movement characterized by simple shapes, clean lines, and organic materials. Some of the most famous mid century modern designers include Ray Eames, Charlotte Perriand, Isamu Noguchi and Eero Saarinen.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    The years that encompass the mid-century modern period are roughly 1933 until 1965, but most experts argue, however, that the mid-century modern period correlates specifically to the years following World War II. The mid-century modern period in America saw one of the most delightful and dramatic flowerings of creativity in design history. Shop a wide and beautiful range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs now.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 22, 2019

    Mid-century modernism first appeared in 1945 and merged a minimalist aesthetic with practicality. Mid-century modern furniture is distinguishable by its lack of decoration or extravagance and its use of clean lines, organic curves and variety of natural materials.

    1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Mid century modern furniture refers to pieces designed during the middle of the 20th century — specifically 1930s through the mid-1960s. This period represents a design and architecture movement characterized by simple shapes, clean lines, and organic materials. Some of the most famous mid century modern designers include Ray Eames, Charlotte Perriand, Isamu Noguchi and Eero Saarinen.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    Yes, Eames is mid-century modern. In many ways, Charles Eames and Ray Eames were the embodiment of the inventiveness, energy and optimism at the heart of mid-century modern American design, and they have been recognized as the most influential designers of the 20th century. Some of the couple's most famous mid-century modern designs include the Eames Lounge chair and ottoman, the Eames Molded Plywood chair and the Eames Fiberglass chair. Shop a wide range of Charles and Ray Eames furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    To tell if a chair is mid-century, look for labels and markings that indicate its maker. Then, use trusted online resources to determine when the company was active. A certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer can be of assistance when dating chairs. Iconic mid-century modern furniture designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi. Find a variety of mid-century modern chairs on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    To tell if furniture is mid-century modern, examine the piece, looking for labels and markings that indicate who produced it. Then, consult trusted online resources to determine when the maker was active and what styles of furniture they made. Iconic mid-century modern furniture designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia and Isamu Noguchi. A knowledgeable dealer or certified appraiser can help you determine if a particular piece is genuine mid-century modern or a reproduction. Shop a range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Mondrian’s art is believed to be one of the great inspirations for the mid-century modern approach to minimalism. His artworks were not just a departure from figurative works, but a new look at abstract art as well. On 1stDibs, find a variety of original artwork from top artists.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    To identify mid-century lamps, look for a manufacturer's label or stamp on the base or the shade. You can use trusted online resources to determine when the company or artisan was active. Some lamps may also have a date stamp that you can use for identification purposes. Pieces dating from the late 1950s through the early 1970s are mid-century in terms of their age. A mid-century modern lamp will show off hallmarks of the design style, such as curvy hourglass or globe forms. A certified appraiser or experienced antiques dealer may also be able to help with the identification. Find a range of mid-century lamps on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Mid-century is considered the middle of the century, however as it pertains to furniture and design, mid-century is an American design movement known for its modern style, construction and the Modernist movement. It is typically simple and clean lines without embellishments. Shop a range of mid-century modern designs on 1stDIbs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Most experts agree that mid-century modern correlates specifically to the years following World War II. It has grown in popularity in the decades since, particularly due to the media and cultural institutions that have promoted the truly innovative era of design. Not only did the MoMA promote modern furniture, but pieces are prominently visible on the set of very popular television shows such as Mad Men. Shop a wide and beautiful range of mid-century modern furniture on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 15, 2023
    A dresser is a mid-century dresser if it was made during the middle of the 20th century. The years that encompass the mid-century modern period are roughly 1933 until 1965, but most experts argue, however, that the mid-century modern period correlates specifically to the years following World War II. Mid-century modern dressers will likely have specific characteristics. There was a use of natural and man-made materials that included alluring woods such as teak, rosewood and oak as well as steel, fiberglass and molded plywood. An authentic mid-century modern dresser will also be characterized by simplicity, organic forms and clean lines. Shop an assortment of vintage mid-century dressers on 1stDibs.

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