Ludovic Dangon - Vase - Stoneware - large stoneware teapot

Large stoneware pitcher by Ludovic Pottery in Salins-les-Bains (Jura), probably made in the 1960s-1970s.
This piece immediately stands out for its sculptural silhouette and particularly unusual profile. It features a substantial piriform body, heavily rounded, extended by a wide vertical handle, a short neck and a small curved pouring spout. The overall presence is highly decorative and evokes more a studio stoneware piece than a simple utilitarian object.
The surface is coated with a matte gray-beige glaze, punctuated by numerous small brown and black specks giving the piece a mineral look very characteristic of post-war studio stonewares. The decoration is deliberately sober: several incised or turned circular lines emphasize the body and accentuate its generous form.
Wheel throwing work remains intentionally visible, with slight irregularities that attest to artisanal fabrication.
Signature
The base bears an incised signature “Ludovic”, accompanied by a circular pattern impressed in the clay. This mark is consistent with pieces attributed to Ludovic Pottery of Salins-les-Bains.
Dimensions
• Height: 29 cm
• Maximum width: 18.5 cm
• Weight: 1,293 g
• Wheel-thrown and glazed stoneware
• Incised signature under the base
Ludovic Dangon – short biography
Ludovic Dangon belongs to the tradition of Jura potters in the post-war period.
Originally from Accolay, an important ceramic creation center in Yonne, he settled in Salins-les-Bains in 1950, where he initially worked as a model-maker-decorator for local earthenware factories. He subsequently developed his own pottery activity from 1959.
In 1971, he opened Ludovic Pottery in premises where the family business continues to operate today. His children also participated in the company, and production was later carried on by subsequent generations.
His work is characterized notably by the use of stoneware, strongly modeled utilitarian or decorative forms, and explorations of surfaces and glazes with natural tones.
Dating
The piece can reasonably be placed in the 1960s-1970s, subject to further study of the mark. The signature and style are compatible with Ludovic Pottery production from this period.
Condition
Very good overall condition, with no major defects visible in the photographs. The surface and glaze irregularities are inherent to artisanal work and fully contribute to its aesthetics.
Estimate
Ludovic’s market value remains relatively accessible, with wide variation depending on models. Common pieces typically fetch modest prices, while important, original, and sculptural forms are considerably more attractive.
For this 29 cm model, its large size, weight, atypical shape, and decorative appearance are real assets.