"Large Modernist Accolay Pitcher"
Elegant black enamelled modernist pitcher with large handle, signed Accolay, 1950s. Perfect condition
Height 27cm
Diameter 12.5cm at the foot, 11.5cm at the neck
Signature Accolay NF engraved under the base.
Accolay (Yonne, France)
The potters of Accolay or the story of a beautiful community adventure started in 1944 by a group of four friends, all students of Alexandre Kostanda. A first bell kiln allowed the manufacture of jewelry and ceramic buttons. In 1945, Christian Dior ordered 300 for his “New Look” collection. This was the beginning of a success story that ended in 1983. For more than 20 years, a type of pottery flourished in Accolay, combining the diversity of objects - masks, jewelry, toys, etc. - and that of materials - ceramics, glass, plant fibers, etc. - and combining aesthetics with "Zazou" humor.
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