Mid-20th Century Vallauris Yellow Glazed Pottery Dish - 10¾"

This Vallauris pottery dish, signed Beretta Vallauris, features a charming, softly contoured shape with a gentle yellow glaze, characteristic of the mid-20th-century French ceramic style. The piece showcases subtle craquelure throughout its surface, adding an authentic vintage appeal. Its design includes a delicate textured pearl-like border, accented with hints of brown along the rim, enhancing its aesthetic elegance and depth. 

Created in the renowned pottery region of Vallauris, in the south of France, this dish is an example of the town’s rich artisanal legacy, known for its post-war ceramic innovation. Vallauris became a center for artists and potters, attracting figures like Picasso and Jean Derval, who were drawn to its vibrant community and traditional craftsmanship. The Beretta workshop, a respected name in Vallauris pottery, produced pieces that blend elegant forms with functional design, showcasing the region’s distinct ceramic artistry.

This dish can elegantly serve appetizers at gatherings, hold small kitchen utensils, or function as a stylish accent on a sideboard or shelf. Its rustic finish and timeless design bring a touch of vintage sophistication to any kitchen or dining area.

Condition and patina consistent with age.
Approx. overall 2" high x 10¾" long x 5" wide
Approx. overall 5cm high x 27cm long x 13cm wide