Jean Cachaleux champagne bucket

This champagne bucket has all the makings of a discreet treasure. Halfway between a utilitarian object and a table sculpture, this glazed stoneware bucket with a textured glaze is adorned with twisted handles and spectacular drips. The glaze runs, stops, then resumes its course... Like a memory of a kiln and fire, playing the balancing act: almond green, burnt earth, deep drips of black oxide... Each side is a small volcanic landscape, frozen in the material. A rare and exceptional piece for lovers of ceramics and vintage design. A collector's item, but above all a living piece: to be brought out for special occasions, impromptu bubbles, or simply for the pleasure of a beautiful object every day. In thrown and glazed stoneware, signed by jean cachaleux, saint amand en puisaye - burgundy - meilleur ouvrier de france since 2000 (signature: hollow stamp "jc" for jean cachaleux visible next to one of the handles - see photo), it embodies what french ceramics does best: the alliance of the sure gesture, the sense of the material, and an earthy, authentic aesthetic. Perfect for champagnes, wild bouquets or workshop utensils! Dimensions: 23.5 cm including handles, 20.5 cm diameter at the neck, 14 cm diameter at the base, 20 cm high, weight 2.140 kg.