Edmond Lachenal (1855-1948) Large 45cm Platter

Large earthenware dish signed Edmond Lachenal, diameter 45cm. This blue enameled dish can be placed on a table or fixed to a wall. Perfect condition. Delivery 20 euros. Edmond Lachenal (pseudonym of Edouard Achille Lachenal) 1855 - 1948. French ceramist, painter and sculptor. He worked for Théodore Deck and then created his own workshop. Continuing the work of his master, Edmond Lachenal developed the matte enamel "in pastel, velvety and frosted tones" to use the expression of Maurice Rheims. This invention, recognized by sculptors as enhancing their works, allowed him to collaborate with several of them. He participated in numerous exhibitions. For the Universal Exhibition of 1889, he sent a pair of cream earthenware vases, decorated with red branches in relief. He also presented a service, decorated with animals, for Sarah Bernhard, which earned him a gold medal. He then enjoyed a great reputation. He was present at the Universal Exhibition of 1900, at the Salon of the National Society of Fine Arts from 1891, and at the Salon of Decorative Artists of which he was an active member in 1904. In 1904, Lachenal also transferred his studio to his son Raoul and turned to comedy and performed with Sarah Bernhard. He also devoted himself to painting.