St Clément - Pitcher - Duck - Earthenware - Slip-decorated pitcher

Zoomorphic pitcher "Duck" – Saint-Clément Manufacture – Polychrome slipware – Signed – France, 20th century

Ceramic piece in polychrome slip relief representing a stylized duck, produced by the Saint-Clément manufacture.
An iconic model of French animal ceramics from the mid-20th century, combining utilitarian function with decorative sculptural treatment.
Original defect at the bottom rear. No cracks or chips!
The piece features a full-round form, with a long slender neck and an open beak forming the pouring lip.
The nuanced polychromy (greens, blues, browns and ochres) is applied under a glossy glaze, revealing careful work on the relief and the textures of the plumage.
The handle is integrated into the body of the animal, in keeping with Saint-Clément productions of this period.
Manufacturer: Saint-Clément
Origin: France
Subject: duck
Technique: slipware, polychrome glaze
Signature: recessed signature on the base
Era: circa 1930-1950
Condition: very good overall, no cracks, chips or restorations observed (see photographs)
Decorative piece sought after, representative of Saint-Clément’s know-how and the 20th century’s fascination with expressive animal forms. Suitable for both a collector and a vintage or eclectic interior.