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Pol Chambost Important Vase

$3,520
£2,667.40
€3,108.98
CA$5,031.60
A$5,094.62
CHF 2,898.31
MX$61,915.60
NOK 34,259.52
SEK 34,079.55
DKK 23,240.42

About the Item

Pol Chambost was a leading figure in mid-century French ceramic design, celebrated for his refined forms and luminous glazes. An Important Vase by Chambost exemplifies his mastery of proportion, balance, and surface treatment. Created primarily during the 1950s, his vases often feature sculptural silhouettes—sometimes gently flared, rounded, or subtly geometric—enhanced by richly layered glazes in soft pastels, earthy tones, or deep, saturated hues. Chambost’s work is distinguished by its understated elegance. Rather than relying on heavy ornamentation, he allowed the purity of form and the depth of glaze to create visual impact. The smooth transitions of color and the carefully controlled finishes reveal exceptional technical skill and artistic sensitivity. An important vase by Chambost functions not only as a vessel but also as a sculptural centerpiece, embodying the harmony between utility and artistry. Today, his larger or rarer vase forms are especially prized by collectors for their timeless modern aesthetic and their significant contribution to twentieth-century ceramic art.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 14.5 in (36.83 cm)Width: 14.5 in (36.83 cm)Depth: 14.5 in (36.83 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    c. 1960
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    New York, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU10835249008692

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