Exceptional polychrome glazed ceramic totem pole by Marcel Giraud, Vallauris

Louis Giraud to Vallauris France sculpture ' Swimmer ' in grey ceramic original base in wallnut signed Giraud Vallauris 20th century circa 1940 Dimensions 62 cm x 28cm x 18 cm

A striking mid-century decorative plate by French ceramicist Marcel Giraud, dating from the 1960s. The design features a rustic, even-glazed centre and outer band in oatmeal tones, both accented with subtle concentric circles. Between these borders, a series of textured geometric segments form the stylised petals of a sunflower motif, lending the piece both rhythm and warmth. The rim carries a matching hue and an incised, rope-like repeating pattern, adding further visual and tactile interest. The markings and palette are characteristic of Giraud’s hand, making this a fine and representative example of his work. In good overall condition, with ‘Giraud’ incised to the underside. The reverse also includes a ceramic loop...

A glazed ceramic bird on a round base the body and base are glazed in shades of white, brow and green. by Jean Derval ( 1925/2010) Vallauris , South of France. Signed under the bas...

A delightful mid-century decorative bowl by French ceramicist Marcel Giraud, dating from the 1960s. The design features a rustic, even-glazed base and wall in oatmeal accented tones....

A c1940 Art Deco ceramic "Swimmer" sculpture by Louis Giraud for Vallauris of France. This work features a sculpted walnut base with Giraud Vallauris plaque on the reverse. The sculp...

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North Western-style polychrome carved figural cedar wood totem pole, American 20th-century.       

Moses Alexcee was a prolific Tsimshian maker from Prince Rupert who frequently carved for William Webber, the owner of the iconic Thunderbird Scenery Shop in Vancouver, BC. Alexcee often carved Tsimshian-style models of Haida totem...

A French bronze glazed ceramic sculpture model of female nude. This is a large sculpture from the 1940s. Signed Giraud Vallauris on the wooden base plate. Beautiful patina. Dimension...