Two Columns With Heron And Planter In The Style Of Delphin Massier

This column surmounted by a vase decorated with flowers is reminiscent of the Mediterranean Majolica tradition. This piece is typical in the style of Delphin Massier’s, established in Vallauris for several generations, which usually expresses with exuberance the taste for a local flora and fauna. The column is surrounded by leaves and flanked by a heron, an emblematic bird of the ponds of Camargue. The circular vase is decorated with shimmering stems and flowers. This particular model knew such a success that it was produced in several sizes and appeared in the sales catalogue of the collections of Delphin Massier published in 1908, one year after the artist's death. Measures: Height pedestal 76 cm, diameter 30 cm, weight 7 kg.Height planter 22 cm, diameter 33 cm, weight 3 kg.Total height 98 cm.