MANUFACTURE NATIONALE DE SEVRES Décor de Mlle... Lot n° 74

Rare ovoid porcelain vase with choked neck, decorated with stylized floral and geometric motifs in blue and gold on a white ground. Stamp of the Manufacture, Mlle Néa and letter date. H : 46 cm MANUFACTURE NATIONALE DE SEVRES The Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres enjoyed a period of exceptional creativity and innovation during the Art Deco period. Located in Sèvres, France, this prestigious institution has been renowned for the production of high-quality ceramics since its creation in 1740. During the 1920s and 1930s, the Manufacture de Sèvres played a key role in the Art Deco movement, which was characterized by its modern, geometric and luxurious aesthetic. Sèvres craftsmen combined traditional ceramic techniques with contemporary influences to create unique and innovative pieces. Renowned artists such as Jean Mayodon, René Buthaud and Henri Rapin have collaborated with the Manufacture de Sèvres to create exceptional works of art. Geometric patterns, clean lines and vivid colors were the distinguishing features of the works produced during this period. Sèvres ceramics from this period were often used for interior decoration, furniture and accessories. Vases, plates, sculptures and decorative objects were highly prized by art lovers and collectors. Today, Sèvres pieces from the Art Deco period are considered art-historical treasures and are exhibited in museums around the world. The Manufacture de Sèvres continues to produce high-quality ceramics, perpetuating the tradition of French craftsmanship.