Pair of blue earthenware vases from Tours, Gustave Asch in Sainte-Radegonde - 1900s

Pair of blue glazed ceramic vases from Tours by Gustave Asch (1856-1911), made in the workshops of Sainte-Radegonde around 1900 .
Each vase features a hand-painted, gilded heraldic design : a crowned swan and a flame-breathing dragon , framed by golden fleurs-de-lis , symbols of elegance and nobility.

The deep blue glaze, typical of the famous "Tours blue," highlights the fine gold details. Gustave Asch's axe monogram is visible under the base.

Gustave Asch (1856-1911) , a renowned sculptor and ceramicist, initially worked in Tours before establishing his workshops in Sainte-Radegonde (Rodez, Aveyron). Active in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, he is known for his creations in Tours blue glazed ceramics , a deep blue reminiscent of Sèvres blue , which he embellished with delicately hand-painted gold decorations .

Period: circa 1900
Style: Art Nouveau, heraldic
Creator: Gustave Asch (Sainte-Radegonde)
Material: Glazed ceramic in Tours blue and hand-painted fine gold

Dimensions:
Height: 20.5 cm (8.07 in)
Width: 11 cm (4.33 in)
Neck: 5.5 cm (2.16 in)
Base: 8 cm (3.14 in)
Total weight: 810 g per pair

Condition: Very good overall condition. Minor wear to the gilding and micro-cracking of the enamel due to age. Glossy enamel and intact decoration.

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