Roger CAPRON — Small "Pointillé" pitcher

Roger CAPRON — Small "Pointillé" Pitcher

This small pitcher in white crackle-glazed earthenware is an authentic example of Roger Capron’s work in Vallauris during the 1950s. It is distinguished by its geometric decoration—a band of yellow dots and lines—characteristic of the graphic modernity the artist brought to traditional ceramics.

Graphic Rigor and Solar Radiance

Far from being a purely utilitarian object, this pitcher reflects Capron’s mid-century exploration into the simplification of form and motif. The contrast between the soft texture of the crackle glaze and the repetitive precision of the yellow "dots" creates a piece that is both modern and deeply rooted in Mediterranean heritage.

Technical Details

• Artist: Roger Capron (1922–2006)
  
• Period: Circa 1955
  
• Origin: Vallauris, France
  
• Materials: White crackle-glazed earthenware, yellow enamel decoration on a red clay body
  
• Dimensions: Height: 13 cm
  
• Marking: Features the embossed workshop stamp under the base: "CAPRON VALLAURIS FRANCE".

Condition

Excellent vintage condition. No chips or hairline cracks. The uniform crackle effect is a natural characteristic of the glaze, testifying to the original firing technique and careful preservation.

Studio Cinquante’s Take

For Studio Cinquante, this pitcher captures the essence of Vallauris’ Golden Age: a modernist aesthetic applied to daily life. At 13 cm, it is perfectly suited for a curated collection or as a vase for a minimalist floral arrangement. The embossed workshop stamp is a key mark of authenticity for collectors, confirming its direct production in Capron's studio during the 1950s.