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Ovoid Ceramic Split Coffee Table, Garrigue Tiles, Wood Frame, Roger Capron

Creator: Roger Capron
Offered by: Gueridon

Description
Roger Capron Garrigues ceramic tiles “2 halves” coffee table, wood frame, 1970s.

The handcrafted Garrigue tiles were produced from 1968 to 1982 by a technique in which real leaves were pressed into the clay and, during firing, disintegrated, leaving a finely detailed imprint. The leaves come from "La Garrigue", a variety of vegetation indigenous to southeastern France only, where Roger Capron lived and worked for 60 years. These Garrigue tiles inspired a large series of side to dining tables, including wall covering. Many kitchen in the French Riviera have their walls covered with Garrigue tiles.

This table is mounted on a unique design where 2 of the 4 rectangular wooden legs arrive flush with the ceramic top, while cutting the top in 2 halves.

It is in really good condition, a professional wood worker refinished the legs, but managed to keep the natural patina.

Stamped "Capron, Vallauris, France"

More Information

Documentation:	Signed
Origin:	France
Period:	1950-1979
Materials:	Ceramic & Wood
Condition:	Good.
Creation Date:	1970's
Styles / Movements:	Modern
Dealer Reference #:	C71-67
Incollect Reference #:	655973

Dimensions

W.	41 in;	H.	13 in;	D.	37 in;
W.	104.14 cm;	H.	33.02 cm;	D.	93.98 cm;

Message from Seller:

Guéridon is well known for its eclectic collection of rare furniture, lighting and home furnishings from many of the most important European designers of the mid-twentieth century. The collection includes original pieces by Paulin, Guariche, Matégot, Parisi, Borsani, Perriand and Chapo.