Ceramic Table Lamp by Marcel Giraud for Vallauris, 1960s

About This Piece

Vintage Design

This ceramic lamp was created by Marcel Giraud-Cardelle in Vallauris in the 1960s. It comes with its original pig bladder shade. The total height of the lamp is 41 cm, with a height of around 25 cm to the socket, and a base diameter of 19 cm.

Marcel Giraud, born in 1927 in the Mauruches district of Vallauris, was attracted to the world of pottery from an early age. At the age of 13, he left school to follow a rigorous four-year apprenticeship with potter Blaise Rubino. To master the traditional technique of wood-firing kilns, from 1944 to 1946 he worked for Tiola, a company specializing in the construction of wood-fired kilns.

Between 1956 and 1960, Marcel Giraud perfected his turning skills by working with various ceramists. In 1960, he opened his own workshop on rue François Donnet, where he produced mainly culinary ceramics. In 1975, he returned to his birthplace and took up painting again, a long-standing passion, while learning stone and metal sculpture. These new disciplines energized his creativity, and he turned to more sculptural ceramic production.

In 1990, although it was time to retire, Marcel Giraud did not cease his creative activity. After a brief pause, he resumed his artistic work with even greater zeal.

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* The cable of this item may be original and might need replacement, if not specified otherwise.

Design Period	1960 to 1969
Production Period	1960 to 1969
Country of Manufacture	France
Style	Vintage
Detailed Condition	Very Good — This vintage/antique item has no defects, but it may show slight traces of use.
	The vendor has confirmed this piece is in working order.
Restoration and Damage Details	Light wear consistent with age and use
Plug Type	European Plug (up to 250V)
SKU	XYB-1940192
Materials	Ceramic
Color	Beige, white
Width	19 cm 19 cm
Depth	19 cm 19 cm
Height	41 cm 41 cm

Shipping & Delivery

Ships from	France
Returns	Returns accepted within fourteen days of delivery, except for Made-to-order items

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Item will be left in its packaging after delivery.
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