Ceramic ashtray by Marius Bessone – Vallauris, lava glaze, star shape

Marius Bessone Ceramic Ashtray – Vallauris

A striking, large ashtray in the characteristic star shape by Marius Bessone – an icon of artistic ceramics from Vallauris in the south of France. The item is signed by the artist.

A flat, polygonal form with curved corners covered with an eye-catching speckled lava glaze in a grey-beige hue. The interior is decorated with Bessone's characteristic colorful geometric accents in shades of orange, blue, and yellow. The bottom is also covered with lava glaze.

Details

• Author: Marius Bessone (signed)
• Object: ashtray / decorative bowl, large format
• Form: star / polygon with curved corners
• Origin: Vallauris, France
• Technique: lava glaze, hand-painted
• Style: mid-century modern
• Period: 1950s–1960s
• Condition: good – minor chip (visible in photos)

An excellent decorative element or collector's item. A signed unique piece by one of Vallauris's most esteemed ceramists. 🇫🇷