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Ceramic table lamp by French artist Marius Bessone.
Topped with a modern hue
MARIUS BESSONE - Born 1929
Marius Bessone was a renowned French ceramist who spent most of his life in the southern French town of Vallauris, known for its rich history and tradition in ceramics. Bessone's work in ceramics was characterized by his bold and innovative approach to the medium, which incorporated a unique combination of brutalist design and crystallized glazes.
Bessone's artistic output includes a diverse range of utilitarian objects, including lamps, vases, trays and sculptures.
In 1954, Marius and his wife Huguette opened their own studio in Vallauris, where they began experimenting with processes such as crystallization, brown tone relief and volcanic effects. Over the years, Bessone has become a fixture on the local ceramics scene, participating in almost every Vallauris biennial, as well as prestigious exhibitions across France and Europe.
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