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

MANDARIN shaped box - Trompe l'Oeil in porcelain by Didier Gardillou Discover the superb creations of Didier Gardillou, 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 box takes the shape of a mandarin, the opening of which follows the center line of the fruit, with a cutout perfectly integrated into the design. Its slightly bumpy surface, faithful to the natural texture of the fruit. The bright orange coloring, punctuated with subtle nuances and relief effects, reinforces the impression of naturalism. Dimensions: Diam. 6.8 cm - Height. 8.4 cm, Artist's Mark: a "bell" Painted with a Brush in blue corresponding to Didier GARDILLOU's signature, Didier Gardillou's superb trompe-l'oeil BOXES embody the excellence of contemporary ceramic art and demonstrate his incredible technical and artistic mastery. Known for their striking realism, these boxes are made entirely of porcelain and hand-decorated with meticulous attention to detail. They captivate with their ability to fool the eye. Didier Gardillou is part of the tradition of illusionist ceramics, a genre that dates back to the 18th century, where artists sought to imitate nature to perfection. His choux, however, are distinguished by a contemporary interpretation that combines tradition and innovation. Each box is shaped and painted by hand, making each creation unique. These works are both objects of art and decorative elements perfect for enhancing a table, a display case, or a refined interior. They are highly prized by collectors and contemporary art lovers. 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 becomes his student and his collaborator within the workshop and participates in the construction sites of the 1% architectural and in the manufacture of shaped pieces (stoneware, earthenware, painting on porcelain ...). 1979 Laureate of the Chambre Syndicale des Céramistes et Ateliers d'Art de France. 1st prize at the Salon des Ateliers d'Art for the whole of his work presented (sculptures in porcelain biscuits and porcelain enameled in low fire colors). 1981: exhibition at the 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, art craftsmen's fair (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. Shipping is done in SECURE PACKAGES PAYMENT and TRANSPORT PAYMENTS ACCEPTED BANK TRANSFER / PAYPAL / BANK TRANSFER / CB online or by CHECK. PARCELS WILL BE POSTS WITHIN 4 DAYS. COMBINED SHIPPING AVAILABLE IF PURCHASING MULTIPLE ITEMS.