Description:

This stunning and unusual Art Deco vase was designed by Maurice Dufrène (1876–1955), a pivotal figure in French modern design, for "La Maîtrise," the prestigious art workshop of the Galeries Lafayette department store in Paris.

• Manufacturer: Expertly crafted by the renowned Belgian earthenware factory Boch Frères Kéramis (La Louvière).
• Design Period: Circa 1922, epitomizing the height of the Art Deco movement.
• Design Details: The ovoid-shaped vase features a captivating, continuous decoration of stylized turquoise-blue enamelled flowers with bold black outlines, set against a classic craquelé white background. This distinctive cloisonné ceramic technique utilizes raised enamel lines and layered color fields to create a rhythmic, geometric pattern.
• Markings: The base is signed "La Maîtrise Maurice Dufrène" and typically marked with the design number D711 and shape number 805 (please verify specific markings on your piece).
• Condition: In excellent condition with superb color and presence, consistent with age and use. 
• Collectibility: Works associated with Dufrène and La Maîtrise are highly sought after by collectors due to their refined artistry, historical significance, and direct link to a major Parisian design institution.
• Dimensions: H:11in D:5in 

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