Vintage Ashtray Vallauris - Huguette BESSONE - Brutalist Decor

Rare and authentic circular ashtray in Vallauris ceramic, bearing the signature of the artist Huguette BESSONNE. This piece perfectly embodies the brutalist and modernist aesthetic of French ceramics from the 1970s. A STRONG DESIGN: This ashtray stands out with its matte finish in ochre and tobacco tones, typical of the artist's work. It features a textured and architectural decoration around the edge, as well as a characteristic central dome. With its four notches for cigarettes, it is both a functional and highly decorative object. FEATURES: Artist: Huguette Bessone (Incised signature at the tip under the base: "H Besson Decor Main Vallauris"). Dimensions: Diameter of 13 cm. Appearance: Matte and grainy finish. CONDITION: The state of conservation is satisfactory. Note: the presence of two slight whitened areas, signs of authentic wear that testify to its history and use. These traces of oxidation or friction are superficial and do not affect the solidity or overall aesthetic of this collectible piece. A charming object, ideal for Mid-Century decor, a collector's desk, or to complement a set of Vallauris ceramics from the 70s.