Antique French Pierrefonds Crystalline Glaze Art Deco Cylinder Vase
A mesmerising mid-to-late 1920s French art pottery vase produced by the renowned Pierrefonds studio. Société Faïencière Héraldique de Pierrefonds. In the Oise region of France. This elegant, straight-sided cylindrical piece showcases a magnificent masterclass in crystalline glazing. The technical kiln cooling process forms completely unique, shimmering macro-crystalline starburst blooms inside the glass matrix. The piece transitions seamlessly from a speckled ochre-sand rim down into a vibrant gradient of deep amethyst purple and sky blue. Marks & Identification: The unglazed base ring is exceptionally well-preserved and features deep, sharp markings. The official “P” and “H” initials representing. The exact factory mold/shape index number’2009′ (Note: This is the factory catalog shape sequence index code from the late 1920s, not a modern production date). Condition: Overall very good antique condition. The glazes maintain their full, brilliant glossy luster and contrast. There are no evident signs of cracks, chips, or restoration. The unglazed foot rim is extremely clean and crisp. Please note there is some light, age-related crazing throughout the glaze matrix, which is perfectly standard for 100-year-old French crystalline wares.
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