Maison Gerard Serveware, Ceramics, Silver and Glass

Verreries Schneider, or Schneider Glassworks, was established by brothers Charles and Ernest in 1917, in Epinay-sur-Seine, France, where they became one of the leading producers of f...

This stoneware lamp by Arne Bang c. 1930s is glazed in a deep blue with muted stripes vertical relief.

This pitcher is an example of "Jorraila", the specific Basque term used to define this particular technique, developed shortly after WWII. It involves engraving a design into stonew...

A muted grey gray washes over the light brown ground of this vase. Signed on base and numbered 167.

Created by the Swedish ceramist Arthur Andersson in the middle of the 20th Century, these voluminous vases are noteworthy for their formal symmetry and their banded designs, which of...

An rich ochre glaze washes over the dark brown ground of this stately vase. Signed on base and numbered 266.

A pair of Art Nouveau urn-like vases, each with handles and swooping relief, the subtly colored verdigris glazes washed over a deep brown ground. Signed on base.

Here is a particularly interesting example of a Ciboure creation combining the Neo-Greek style through its form, colors, and subject matter—namely, ancient chariot races—with stylize...

One of a set of beautiful ceramics from Ciboure Pottery, this piece is inspired by antiquity—evident in its spare coloring and its stylized depiction of mythological creatures. Produ...

One of a set of beautiful ceramics from Ciboure Pottery, this piece is inspired by antiquity—evident in its jug-like form, its spare coloring, patterning, and its depiction of classi...

One of a set of beautiful ceramics from Ciboure Pottery, this piece is inspired by antiquity—evident in its form, its spare coloring, patterning, and its stylized depiction of animal...

One of a set of beautiful ceramics from Ciboure Pottery, this piece is inspired by antiquity—evident in its spare coloring, patterning, and its depiction of classical subjects. Produ...

One of a set of beautiful ceramics from Ciboure Pottery, this piece is inspired by antiquity—evident in its form, its spare coloring, and its depiction of classical figures. Produced...

"Praktika" is the specific Basque term (from the Ciboure region) used to describe this unusual pitcher shape, traditionally used for serving wine or cider. This pitcher depicts a sty...

A powerfully built tiger poised to spring, this sculpture embodies the sleek line and sheer force of the wild cat. Signed on side of base: "Primavera" and "E. Pierre." Bibliography:...

Reminiscent of Roman flasks, each vase depicts a classical style image of a mask. The blue bottle appears to depict Medusa whereas the white bottle suggests, perhaps, the fearsome emblem of the Roman god Jupiter. Stamped on base of each: "PRIMAVERA LONGWY FRANCE...

One of a set of beautiful ceramics from Ciboure Pottery, this piece is inspired by antiquity—evident in its form, its spare coloring, and its depiction of nature. Produced in the per...

Exhibited: Salon de la société nationale des beaux-arts, 1894. For the original vase by Edmond Lachenal. Bibliography: - Revue des arts décoratifs, 15th year, 1894-1895. The origina...

Exhibited: Salon de la société nationale des beaux-arts, 1894. For the original vase by Edmond Lachenal. Bibliography: - Revue des arts décoratifs, 15th year, 1894-1895. The origina...

Signed on base.

Set of 3 pieces; dimension for largest. Group can be split. Unique piece Signed: Astoul, AE French ceramist Eric Astoul (b. 1954, Morocco) infuses his sculptures with the essence o...

Set of five pieces; dimension for largest. Group can be split. Unique piece Signed: Astoul, AE French ceramist Eric Astoul (b. 1954, Morocco) infuses his sculptures with the essenc...

Signed in ink: Ch. Catteau Marked in ink: D.1009 (design number) Incised: Grès Kéramis and 901 (shape number) Stamped: Boch F es La Louvière made in Belgium This vase displays Catte...

Designed to hold tobacco and pipes, this lidded bowl is set in an elegant base, executed in glazed faïence, exhibits Süe et Mare's dual focus on heritage and modernity. The pair were...

This 91 piece glazed faience dinner service, executed at the Faiencerie of Marcel Meran in L’Isle Adam for the Compagnie des Arts Français, is a consummate example of the firm's dual...

Aldo Cibic, an architect and designer, moved to Milan in 1979 to work with Ettore Sottsass, becoming a partner the following year. It was there he became one of the founders and desi...

Tall and stately, this Art Deco vase is glazed in a rising gradient of jade, turquoise, and cream, with small stylized flowers, reminiscent of Japanese woodblock prints, dispersed ac...

This is a two-handled vase decorated with folkloric images of Basque countryside, painted by Basque native R. Gaïtaud. Produced in the period of Rodolphe Fischer's leadership. Paint...

One of a set of beautiful ceramics from Ciboure Pottery, this vase is decorated by Pedro Garcia de Diego (1904-1969)with a captivating arabesque pattern in blacks and browns on a neu...

One of a set of beautiful ceramics from Ciboure Pottery, this piece is inspired by antiquity—evident in its form, its spare coloring, key patterning, and its stylized depiction of an...

One of a set of beautiful ceramics from Ciboure Pottery, this piece is inspired by antiquity—evident in its form, its spare coloring, and its depiction of classical figures. Produced...

One of a set of beautiful ceramics from Ciboure Pottery, this piece is inspired by antiquity—evident in its form, its spare coloring, and its stylized depiction of nature. Produced i...

An elegant bowl with a scalloped rim, its brown and gold molded glass appears almost tortoise shell-like. Stamped: Muller Frères, Luneville.

A simple brown glazed platter with a subtly embossed floral pattern. Marked: Denmark, A with triple waves and "NT" cipher, Numbered “1591”

From the "Marselis" line for Alumina, a division of Royal Copenhagen, this vase is softly ridged and glazed in cream . Marked: Marselis, Denmark, A with triple waves and "NT" cipher,...

The beautiful form of Beak seems to capture a drop of water mid-splash. Signed.

This asymmetrical vase appears as a drop of water with an uncanny depth, beautiful in its icy blue hue. Signed and numbered "19257"

This Hollywood Regency style cocktail set glitters with 22K gold latticework in a raised, Shoji pattern, inspired by the Japanese screen. Marked at bottom of each glass with a C. ...

This unusual and restrained bronze vase is comprised of three lobes, each stamped with a disk within a circle motif. Signed.

Classical in shape this cream glazed flask has a narrow neck with a pair of diminutive garland handles.Produced by Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres. Stamped: PM / SÈVRES

Roger Capron, the celebrated French mid-century ceramist, created a large body of work notable for its elegance, varied sources of inspiration, and expert execution. This beautiful, ...

This understated stoneware bowl by Jean Lugassy is glazed in rich, earthy tones and has an overhung rim. Signed "Jean Lugassy" and stamped.

This small vase is ribbed and richly glazed in an earthen brown. Signed and numbered 117.

Early pieces by CAB for Primavera were inspired by ancient ceramic methods as well as early Japanese metalware. Félix Gête developed the green overglaze seen in this vase, obtained f...

This large bowl narrows at the base and is glazed in peacock blue with black line pattern. Stamped Primavera Lonqwy France.

This large bowl is ribbed and richly glazed in green. Signed and numbered 129.

This large bowl is ribbed and richly glazed in a chocolate brown. Signed and numbered 129.

The raku sculptures of Kiriaki Moustaki are inspired by primitive works of early civilizations—soft and luminous, his forms recall the colors and images of Etruscan art and Cretan cr...

The raku sculptures of Kiriaki Moustaki are inspired by primitive works of early civilizations—soft and luminous, his forms recall the colors and images of Etruscan art and Cretan cr...

The raku sculptures of Kiriaki Moustaki are inspired by primitive works of early civilizations—soft and luminous, his forms recall the colors and images of Etruscan art and Cretan cr...

This small vase is ribbed and richly glazed in ivory. Signed and numbered 117.

This small vase is ribbed and richly glazed in a milk-chocolate brown. Signed.

This vase is ribbed and richly glazed in blue. Signed AB.

These earthen-toned, high-fired stoneware pitchers share common features with different proportions, likely intended for tea and coffee respectively. Stamped and "Modele Depose" in ...

Contemporary centerpiece in polyester plaster by Marc Bankowsky. A designer and decorator for the past 20 years, Marc Bankowsky creates uniquely beautiful furniture and accessories....

Designed by Thorsson for the Alumina division of the Royal Copenhagen company. Marked on underside: Denmark / A with triple waves / NT Numbered: 1681

This compact little vase is unusual in shape and glaze alike, and uniquely charming its intentionally casual aesthetic.

In 1917, Gustavsberg hired Kåge to make its dinnerware and other everyday products more beautiful—he would serve as the company's Artistic Director until 1948. During this fruitful p...

In 1917, Gustavsberg hired Kåge to make its dinnerware and other everyday products more beautiful—he would serve as the company's Artistic Director until 1948. During this fruitful p...

One of a set of beautiful ceramics from Ciboure Pottery, this vase is inspired by antiquity—evident in its amphora form, its spare coloring, patterning, and its stylized depiction of...