1950s Accolay Ceramic Square Dish

1950s Accolay Ceramic Square DishThis ceramic dish captures the optimism that washed over mid century design. Its an example of Accolay pottery, which is named after the French village where a large community of ceramicists settled between the 1940s and 1980s. Unusual shapes and textures made each piece special, as can be seen in this hand thrown piece. Rumour has it that the glazes were created to mimic the colours of the Cte d'Azur coastline. Please note, this item is a truly

moulds and glazes in the style of the Ancient Romans

In this striking shade of orange

sculptural forms and unique surface textures – three features at play in this vase

This silver set from 1953 features multicoloured tulip finials made from enamel

An orange flame burns at its core

These tea bowls have beautiful white slip swirls marked by Jonathan’s hands and are finished with a matte glaze

Perhaps its most technical innovation

the cake stand in Cornwall clay and bone ash is slip-cast by hand in a plaster mould

renowned for its distinctive and pleasant aroma and moisturising properties — there's also a design-led double-stacking mechanism for extra storage

Its simplicity and functionality have led museum collections and publications to pinpoint it as the ‘origin of the modern wine glass’ – an accolade attributed to the crystal-clear muslin glass that Lobmeyr is renowned for

Like other designs from this ceramicist

It’s become a signature line for the ceramicist