Ceramics & Glass
A Sèvres Ceramic Vase with Patinated Metal Mounts by Paul Milet, France, 1920s
A Sèvres Ceramic Vase with Patinated Metal Mounts by Paul Milet, France, 1920s
This exceptional Art Deco Sèvres ceramic vase is attributed to Paul Milet and dates to the 1920s, combining refined French ceramic artistry with architecturally inspired metal mounts. The ovoid form is finished in a rich amber and ochre glaze with subtle tonal variations that emphasize the sculptural volume of the body. The vase is fitted with original patinated metal mounts, including stylized vertical strapping, a collar at the neck, and elegantly arched handles that frame the form with a strong Art Deco silhouette. The interior bears the impressed Sèvres NID mark along with original paper labels reading Fabrication Française, confirming French manufacture and period authenticity. This example reflects the sophisticated collaboration between ceramic and metalwork that defined high-quality French Art Deco design.
Produced during Paul Milet’s influential interwar period, this Art Deco vase exemplifies the movement’s balance of decorative richness and modern geometry. The elevated foot, harmonious proportions, and integrated metalwork demonstrate the designer’s sensitivity to both form and material. Such Sèvres pieces were intended for refined interiors and remain highly sought after today for their rarity, craftsmanship, and unmistakable presence. This vase stands as a distinguished example of French Art Deco ceramic production from the 1920s.
