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A Unusual Vallauris Illuminated Ceramic Wall Standing Fountain.
For sale by Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland
for sale €1,463     $1,588
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Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland

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A Unusual Vallauris Illuminated Ceramic Wall Standing Fountain.

1940 - 1960
Description

A Unusual Vallauris Illuminated Ceramic Wall Standing Fountain.

In the typical 1950 Vallauris style, decorated with Bacchus sitting on a wine barrel and holding grapes in his hands, the basin in the shape of a shell with on the rim two water spitting dragons.

The wine barrel with a brass water flow.

In very good original used condition, no cracks or restorations.

Still with the original ceramic loose two flower liners.

The base decorated with grapes.

France attributed to Vallauris (Town in the south of France)

125cm high 70cm wide 52cm deep

Price: £ 1250,--

Date of Manufacture

Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland has dated this Vallauris Illuminated Ceramic Fountain to the 1950s.

Independent Date Guide ID 06863991
Dealer's Item Date1950s
Sellingantiques Date1950s
Sellingantiques agingItem 60-80 years old
ResultsDates match
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to THE 1950s:
Textured volcanic glaze over earthenware: French studio pottery of the mid-20th century.
Caramel glaze on the modelled figures: typical post-war Vallauris workshop production.
Brass pipe spouts with internal illumination: standard mid-century indoor fountain manufacture.
Slip-cast pottery with separate drop-in liners: characteristic post-war decorative ceramics.

This Independent Date Guide was compiled by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. It works only from the photographs shown on this page and is never told the date the dealer has declared. It is a guide, not a guarantee of age, and occasional errors can occur.

Physical Dimensions
Height
125cm (49.21")
Width
70cm (27.56")
Depth
52cm (20.47")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA837713
Description
A Unusual Vallauris Illuminated Ceramic Wall Standing Fountain.
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In the typical 1950 Vallauris style, decorated with Bacchus sitting on a wine barrel and holding grapes in his hands, the basin in the shape of a shell with on the rim two water spitting dragons.
Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland
fig 1. A mid-century Vallauris illuminated ceramic pedestal fountain featuring a cherub figure, dolphin spouts, relief vine motifs, and textured ochre glaze.
fig 1. A Unusual Vallauris Illuminated Ceramic Wall Standing Fountain.

The wine barrel with a brass water flow.

In very good original used condition, no cracks or restorations.

Still with the original ceramic loose two flower liners.

The base decorated with grapes.

France attributed to Vallauris (Town in the south of France)

125cm high 70cm wide 52cm deep

Price: £ 1250,--

Date of Manufacture

Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland has dated this Vallauris Illuminated Ceramic Fountain to the 1950s.

Independent Date Report ID 06863991
Dealer's Item Date1950s
Sellingantiques dating1950s
Sellingantiques agingItem 60-80 years old
ResultsDates match
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to the 1950s:
Textured volcanic glaze over earthenware: French studio pottery of the mid-20th century.
Caramel glaze on the modelled figures: typical post-war Vallauris workshop production.
Brass pipe spouts with internal illumination: standard mid-century indoor fountain manufacture.
Slip-cast pottery with separate drop-in liners: characteristic post-war decorative ceramics.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Height
125cm (49.21")
Width
70cm (27.56")
Depth
52cm (20.47")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA837713
Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland
Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland
Sellingantiques verified Since Apr 2019

For the new collector and the museum director.

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Trade Associations

Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland is a registered member of LAPADA  CINOA

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Archive I A mid-century Vallauris illuminated ceramic pedestal fountain featuring a cherub figure, dolphin spouts, relief vine motifs, and textured ochre glaze.

A Unusual Vallauris Illuminated Ceramic Wall Standing Fountain.

Archive II A mid-century Vallauris illuminated ceramic pedestal fountain featuring a cherub figure, dolphin spouts, relief vine motifs, and textured ochre glaze. View II
Archive III A mid-century Vallauris illuminated ceramic pedestal fountain featuring a cherub figure, dolphin spouts, relief vine motifs, and textured ochre glaze. View III
Archive IV A mid-century Vallauris illuminated ceramic pedestal fountain featuring a cherub figure, dolphin spouts, relief vine motifs, and textured ochre glaze. View IV
Archive V A mid-century Vallauris illuminated ceramic pedestal fountain featuring a cherub figure, dolphin spouts, relief vine motifs, and textured ochre glaze. View V
Archive VI A mid-century Vallauris illuminated ceramic pedestal fountain featuring a cherub figure, dolphin spouts, relief vine motifs, and textured ochre glaze. View VI
Archive VII A mid-century Vallauris illuminated ceramic pedestal fountain featuring a cherub figure, dolphin spouts, relief vine motifs, and textured ochre glaze. View VII
Archive VIII A mid-century Vallauris illuminated ceramic pedestal fountain featuring a cherub figure, dolphin spouts, relief vine motifs, and textured ochre glaze. View VIII
Archive IX A mid-century Vallauris illuminated ceramic pedestal fountain featuring a cherub figure, dolphin spouts, relief vine motifs, and textured ochre glaze. View IX
Archive X A mid-century Vallauris illuminated ceramic pedestal fountain featuring a cherub figure, dolphin spouts, relief vine motifs, and textured ochre glaze. View X
Archive XI A mid-century Vallauris illuminated ceramic pedestal fountain featuring a cherub figure, dolphin spouts, relief vine motifs, and textured ochre glaze. View XI
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Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland

Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland
Telephone 01575 540 207
Location
Cairngorms National Park
Angus
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Koos Limburg Jnr. Scotland
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A mid-century Vallauris illuminated ceramic pedestal fountain featuring a cherub figure, dolphin spouts, relief vine motifs, and textured ochre glaze.
A Unusual Vallauris Illuminated Ceramic Wall Standing Fountain.
Ref: SA837713
A mid-century Vallauris illuminated ceramic pedestal fountain featuring a cherub figure, dolphin spouts, relief vine motifs, and textured ochre glaze.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectWater Feature
  • Period1940 - 1960
  • StyleMid-Century French
  • MaterialGlazed Ceramic, Earthenware
  • ColourOchre Yellow
  • MotifsCherub figure, Dolphin spouts, Grapevine motif, Textured glaze
  • SizeH 125 cm (49 in) x W 70 cm (28 in) x D 52 cm (20 in)

This mid-century French wall-standing fountain originates from Vallauris and dates to 1950. Modelled in glazed earthenware with a textured ochre yellow finish, the water feature stands 125 cm high, 70 cm wide, and 52 cm deep. The figural composition depicts Bacchus seated on a wine barrel holding grapes, accompanied by two water-spitting dolphin spouts on the rim of a shell-shaped basin, a brass water flow, two original ceramic loose flower liners, and a tapered pedestal base decorated with relief grapevine motifs. In a contemporary home, this decorative piece functions as an atmospheric water feature positioned against a wall in an empty corner, sunlit conservatory, or reception hallway. The integrated illumination highlights the rich ceramic glaze, moulded details, and figural sculpture, creating a focal point that brings mid-century continental design character into interior spaces.

FAQs

Vallauris ceramic art originates from the town of Vallauris in southeastern France, which became a prominent centre for decorative pottery production during the mid-20th century. Characterised by tactile glazes, sculptural forms, and expressive glazes, the region attracted notable artists including Pablo Picasso, elevating regional earthenware into fine art.

These water features are constructed from moulded earthenware or terracotta ceramics finished with heavy glaze coatings. Recirculating water pumps and low-voltage lighting fixtures are integrated internally within hollow pedestal columns and ceramic basins.

Authentic Vallauris ceramics frequently feature impressed, stamped, or incised base marks reading Vallauris alongside artist monograms. Physical markers include distinctive polychrome glazes, relief ornamentation, and characteristic terracotta body clay exposed at the unglazed base.

Position the piece as an accent feature in a foyer, conservatory, or alcove surrounded by indoor plants and natural stone textures. Complement the warm ceramic glaze tones by pairing the fountain with neutral wall palettes and minimalist furniture.

Fill the reservoir with distilled water to prevent mineral deposit accumulation on glazed surfaces and mechanical pumps. Clean the external ceramic structure periodically using a soft cloth dampened with warm water and mild soap, avoiding harsh abrasive cleaners.
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