Artichoke-shaped Box - Porcelain Trompe l'Oeil By Didier Gardillou

Discover the superb creations of Didier Gardillou, the undisputed master of trompe-l'oeil, famous for his striking realism. Enhance your interior with this magnificent trompe-l'oeil box, a unique piece that combines elegance and exceptional craftsmanship. Each creation by Didier Gardillou is a true work of art, reflecting breathtaking realism and incomparable refinement. Made entirely of porcelain and meticulously hand-painted. The artichoke is depicted in a semi-open state, with folded outer leaves revealing a compact central sphere, similar to a cabbage heart. The outer leaves are slightly wavy, with natural edges and flowing curves. It is meticulously hand-painted, alternating between a vibrant green for the outer leaves and a deep red for the interior of the cabbage. The red veins are delicately traced on the green and white background, reinforcing the illusion of naturalism. Dimension(s): Length. 13.5 cm - Height. 9 cm, Artist's Mark: a "bell" Painted with a Brush in blue corresponding to Didier's signature, GARDILLOU, Didier Gardillou's superb trompe-l'oeil boxes embody the excellence of contemporary ceramic art, while testifying to his incredible technical and artistic mastery. Made entirely of porcelain and decorated by hand, these pieces, which look like vegetables or fruits, captivate with their striking realism and meticulous attention to detail. Each element – from the veins of the leaves to the slightly bumpy texture, including the subtle variations of greens and whites – is reproduced with such precision that one could believe they are real, freshly picked vegetables. These works confuse perception, fully playing the game of visual illusion. Didier Gardillou is part of the tradition of illusionist ceramics, a genre born in the 18th century, when artists sought to imitate nature in its smallest details. But his creations are distinguished by a contemporary interpretation, mixing classical heritage and inventive approach, on the border between utilitarian object and art sculpture. Each box is modeled and painted by hand, making each copy unique. They are works in their own right, both decorative and expressive, ideal for adorning a table, a display case, or enriching a contemporary art collection. They are today highly sought after by collectors and lovers of exceptional design. His career: Didier Gardillou, an aptitude in the visual arts, a visit to the Adrien Dubouché Museum will definitively orient him towards the arts applied to the earth. 1972-1977 Training at the ENAD of Limoges directed by Jean-Jacques Prolongeau. He became his student and collaborator within the workshop and participated in the 1% architectural projects and in the production of shaped pieces (stoneware, earthenware, porcelain painting, etc.). 1979 Laureate of the Chambre Syndicale des Céramistes et Ateliers d'Art de France. 1st prize at the Salon des Ateliers d'Art for his entire body of work presented (biscuit porcelain sculptures and porcelain enameled in low-fire colors). 1981: exhibition at MAD Paris for "Contemporary French Ceramics, Sources and Trends." Porcelain and trompe-l'oeil decorations. 1983: Gold Medal at the Paris Fair. 1st prize in the creativity competition, Salon des Artisans d'Art (sculpture in nine elements). Exhibition in Tokyo in partnership with the Printemps store, Ateliers d'art de France, Air France and the Paris Chamber of Commerce. 1982: Purchases by the Presidency of the Republic for Denmark and Spain (cabbage terrine, shaped pieces). In the early 90s, Master Prolongeau joined the student in his workshop to collaborate on porcelain decorations (vases and bowls). Works in private collections in France, Switzerland, USA, Japan, United Kingdom, Belgium, Spain, Italy… and public collections at the Sèvres and London Museums. Passionate about nature, flowers and ancient and contemporary ceramics, he draws inspiration from illusionist ceramics and makes us dream through his trompe l'oeil creations, not to mention his magnificent flowers and floral compositions. PAYMENT and TRANSPORT PAYMENTS ACCEPTED BANK TRANSFER / PAYPAL / BANK TRANSFER / CB online or by CHECK. PARCELS WILL BE POSTED WITHIN 4 DAYS. COMBINED SHIPPING AVAILABLE WHEN PURCHASING MULTIPLE ITEMS.