Plaque: The Argonauts - Plaque - Ceramic

Rare and elegant enameled wall plaque from the mythical workshop Les Argonautes (Vallauris), founded in 1953 by Isabelle Ferlay (1917-?) and Frédérique Bourguet (1925-1997), two emblematic figures of French ceramics in the 1950s-60s.
This piece features a beautiful bas-relief decoration depicting a galley with majestic sails, rendered in a palette characteristic of the workshop: deep blues, delicate greens, touches of off-white and copper brown on a textured beige chamotte background.
Signed on the back “Les Argonautes” (signature incised in the mass, typical of Isabelle Ferlay and the workshop)
Original hanging hook integrated (period cord still present)
Dimensions: 18.8 × 9.2 cm – Thickness: 1.4 to 1.6 cm
Condition: excellent, origin – No cracks, no chips, no loss of glaze, colors perfectly preserved
The wall decorative plaques of Les Argonautes are particularly sought after by Vallauris ceramic enthusiasts and by French mid-century design aficionados. They stand out for their high level of craftsmanship, their very personal graphic style, and their rarity on the market.
A very beautiful collectible object, ready to decorate a modern interior or a Vallauris / specialized collection