Pierre Adrien Dalpayrat, Rare Art Nouveau Ovoid Vase

Rare and remarkable, this stoneware vase of ovoid form with a constricted neck perfectly illustrates the technical and aesthetic mastery of Pierre-Adrien Dalpayrat. It is covered with a sumptuous oxblood red glaze, enriched with pale ochre and green speckling, creating a vibrant and deeply nuanced surface characteristic of the artist’s chromatic research.

The piece is enhanced by an impressive pewter mount, finely crafted with two large, elegantly flowing side handles. This openwork mount features a refined interlacing frieze decorating both the upper and lower sections, reflecting a strong Art Nouveau sensibility. It is attributed to leading designers of the period, such as Maurice Dufrène or Édouard Colonna.

Signed “Dalpayrat” on the underside, this work harmoniously combines the richness of ceramic with the sophistication of metalwork, exemplifying the dialogue between art and craftsmanship at the turn of the 20th century.