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Georges Jouve Decorative Objects

French, 1910-1964

Georges Jouve was a modern-era ceramicist with a tirelessly creative spirit. He began his career creating vases and other utilitarian vessels but soon renounced anything produced on a pottery wheel in favor of modeling and sculpture techniques. Forms found in nature inspired him to create unusual pieces — large cups that rolled up like vast seashells, curiously stylized birds — all springing from an alert imagination. He left an indelible mark as an unconventional ceramist.

Jouve was born in France, in 1910, to a family of decorators. At 17, he enrolled in the Ecole Boulle in Paris, where he studied sculpture. After graduation in 1930, he became a theater-set designer to help support his new wife and family. He only dabbled in ceramics when he had time — and that time did not present very often. 

During World War II, Jouve was interned in a German forced-labor camp for his political views. He eventually escaped and hid at his stepparent’s home in southern France — where he indulged in his passion for ceramics to pass the time. In 1944, after the Germans left Paris, he returned to the city and pursued his dream of opening a ceramics studio. 

Jouve’s work caught the eye of furniture designer Jacques Adnet, who asked him to participate in the Contemporary Ceramics Exhibition, which was hosted by a decorating and publishing house founded by architect Louis Süe and painter André Mare. His work was warmly received, and his pieces began to sell.  

From there, Jouve started to participate in numerous exhibitions. At the 1947 Urban Planning Exhibition in Paris, he won a silver medal for a wall covering. His work was then displayed at several international traveling exhibitions presented by the French Ministry of National Education and Ministry of Foreign Affairs, from 1947 to 1950.

In 1954, Jouve left Paris to set up workshops in southern France, where he concentrated on ceramics research and new techniques. His experimentation resulted in breathtaking pieces that other artists have attempted to copy for decades.

On 1stDibs, find Georges Jouve serveware, ceramics, pitchers and more.

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Creator: Georges Jouve
Georges Jouve French Ceramic Artist Dish With Pink and Green Interior
By Georges Jouve
Located in Chicago, IL
Georges Jouve French ceramic artist small dish with pink and green interior glaze. Black brushstroke on the rim. Signed with Jouve cypher. Excellent condition, no ships or restorati...
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1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Georges Jouve Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Ceramic "apple" vase by Georges Jouve, France, 1950's
By Georges Jouve
Located in Paris, FR
Black ceramic vase by Georges Jouve, signed, France, 1950's
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1950s French Modern Vintage Georges Jouve Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Green Georges Jouve crucifix
By Georges Jouve
Located in SOTTEVILLE-LÈS-ROUEN, FR
Georges Jouve's Crucifix in green glazed earthenware is adorned with an inscription at the top, bearing the letters 'INRI'. The artist left his mark on the piece through an incised ...
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1950s European Vintage Georges Jouve Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Ceramic Ashtray/Bowl "Galet" by Georges Jouve, France, 1950s
By Georges Jouve
Located in Paris, FR
Ceramic Ashtray/Bowl "Galet" by Georges Jouve, France, 1950s
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1950s French Vintage Georges Jouve Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Georges Jouve Soleil Bowl
By Georges Jouve
Located in Chicago, IL
Georges Jouve Soleil Bowl, Black glazed earthenware. Incised artist's cipher to the underside. France, circa 1950 It can hang on the wall.
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Georges Jouve Decorative Objects

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Earthenware

Georges Jouve Crucifix
By Georges Jouve
Located in Chicago, IL
Georges Jouve Crucifix in Black glazed earthenware Inscribed to top 'INRI'. Incised signature and artist's cipher to verso ‘Jouve’.
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Georges Jouve Decorative Objects

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Earthenware

Georges Jouve and Mathieu Matégot Style Ceramic Standing Vide-Poche
By Mathieu Matégot, Georges Jouve
Located in East Hampton, NY
Sculptural green and black ceramic catchall likely designed by Matégot and Georges Jouve. Iron frame with circular base, zig zag body and circular top. Green and black glazed ceramic...
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Georges Jouve Decorative Objects

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Metal

Georges Jouve Ceramic Dish, 1950s
By Georges Jouve
Located in Paris, FR
Georges Jouve's Ceramic cup or vide-poches "La Figue" signed with apollon mark Measures: 15 x 15 cm.
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1950s Vintage Georges Jouve Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Georges Jouve Ceramic "Apple" Dish, 1950s
By Georges Jouve
Located in Paris, FR
Georges Jouve's Ceramic cup or vide-poches " La pomme " signed Jouve & apollon mark on back in deep enamel. White cracked enamel with a turquoise/green/pink apple Measures: 17 cm ...
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1950s Vintage Georges Jouve Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Georges Jouve French Ceramic Polychrome Dish
By Georges Jouve
Located in Chicago, IL
French ceramic by Georges Jouve, polychrome decoration on white background. Signed with cypher and name. Excellent condition, no chips or restorations.
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Georges Jouve Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

Georges Jouve Virgin and Child, 1944
By Georges Jouve
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Georges Jouve Virgin and child Black glazed ceramic with iridescent metallic luster Bears the signature on the back as well as the alpha symbol, c...
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1940s French Vintage Georges Jouve Decorative Objects

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Ceramic

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Georges Jouve decorative objects for sale on 1stDibs.

Georges Jouve decorative objects are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of ceramic and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Georges Jouve decorative objects, although black editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original decorative objects by Georges Jouve were created in the mid-century modern style in europe during the mid-20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider decorative objects by Longchamp, Guillerme et Chambron, and Claude Victor Boeltz. Prices for Georges Jouve decorative objects can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $2,800 and can go as high as $18,000, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $7,157.

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