A masterful expression of the French Art Nouveau movement, this exceptional stoneware (grès) amphora jar is a documented work by Maupetit, dating to 1903. Originating from the storied Saint-Uze region—the heart of French ceramic innovation—this piece exemplifies the transition from rustic utilitarianism to the "Decorative Arts" era that defined the House of Revol and its contemporaries at the turn of the 20th century.
The Design & Craftsmanship The vessel features a classic amphora silhouette, elevated by the refined "Saint-Uze" glazing technique. The exterior showcases a sophisticated interplay of earthy ochres and deep iron-wash accents, characteristic of the kaolin-rich clays found in the Drôme des Collines. The year "1903" is not merely a date, but a marker of the period when the manufacture perfected the slip-casting process—a technique borrowed from the Porcelaine de Sèvres to create pieces of unprecedented structural elegance.
Collector’s Note: The Revol Connection As noted in the definitive history of the region, the early 1900s were the "Golden Age" of decorative custom markets. Maupetit pieces from this era are highly sought after for their "Gallo-Roman" influence, paying homage to the regional roots in Lyon and the Rhône valley while maintaining a distinctly modern, turn-of-the-century aesthetic.
Signed/Dated Maupetit pieces from this specific 1902–1904 window are rare.
Creator: Maupetit (Saint-Uze, France)
Date of Manufacture: 1903
Period: Art Nouveau / Belle Époque
Materials: Fine French Stoneware (Grès), Lead-free Salt Glaze
Condition: Excellent Antique Condition. Zero fleabites. No structural cracks or repairs
Height: 10 in
Base diameter: 2 3/4 in
A masterful expression of the French Art Nouveau movement, this exceptional stoneware (grès) amphora jar is a documented work by Maupetit, dating to 1903. Originating from the storied Saint-Uze region—the heart of French ceramic innovation—this piece exemplifies the transition from rustic utilitarianism to the "Decorative Arts" era that defined the House of Revol and its contemporaries at the turn of the 20th century.
The Design & Craftsmanship The vessel features a classic amphora silhouette, elevated by the refined "Saint-Uze" glazing technique. The exterior showcases a sophisticated interplay of earthy ochres and deep iron-wash accents, characteristic of the kaolin-rich clays found in the Drôme des Collines. The year "1903" is not merely a date, but a marker of the period when the manufacture perfected the slip-casting process—a technique borrowed from the Porcelaine de Sèvres to create pieces of unprecedented structural elegance.
Collector’s Note: The Revol Connection As noted in the definitive history of the region, the early 1900s were the "Golden Age" of decorative custom markets. Maupetit pieces from this era are highly sought after for their "Gallo-Roman" influence, paying homage to the regional roots in Lyon and the Rhône valley while maintaining a distinctly modern, turn-of-the-century aesthetic.
Signed/Dated Maupetit pieces from this specific 1902–1904 window are rare.
Creator: Maupetit (Saint-Uze, France)
Date of Manufacture: 1903
Period: Art Nouveau / Belle Époque
Materials: Fine French Stoneware (Grès), Lead-free Salt Glaze
Condition: Excellent Antique Condition. Zero fleabites. No structural cracks or repairs
Height: 10 in
Base diameter: 2 3/4 in
