Bulbous ceramic vase by Ernest d'Hossche

Bulbous ceramic vase by Ernest d’Hossche, decorated with a rich burgundy base accentuated by a polychrome relief frieze in white and light blue. The decoration features a relief ornamental band with rhythmic drop motifs beneath the rim, transforming into a textured garland relief surrounding the shoulder. The lower part of the body is subtly adorned with incised floral patterns, adding depth to the monochrome glaze. The vase is stamped at the base BFK / 350 / ART. There is a chip measuring approximately 2.5 cm to the edge of the vase (see the last image). No other cracks or structural damage have been observed. Estimated period: 1950-1960. Model: D3072. Designer/artist/creator: Atelier Studio d'Art, Ernest d'Hossche. Material: Ceramic. Manufacturer/brand: Boch Frères, Keramis. Weight: 1555 g. Height: 185 mm. Width: 160 mm. Depth: 160 mm. Condition: fairly good - minor losses. Expert valuation: €750. Biography: Ernest Hossche began his career as an apprentice at the Boch Frères Keramis pottery at a young age. He was quickly noticed by Charles Catteau. He worked closely with the great ceramist Raymond Chevalier, as well as Léon Empein, eventually becoming an artistic advisor and creating the "studio d'art" workshop. He produced numerous models of tableware, dishes, vases, and ceramic and stoneware sculptures, particularly for Expo 58, with an innovative and avant-garde perspective. As a professor at the provincial institute of arts and crafts in Charleroi, he served as the coordinator of practical work in decorative arts, training many painter artisans and ceramists.