Boch Freres La Louviere Art Deco Pitcher - Belgian Ceramic Vase 172 - Floral Enamel Cobalt Blue - 1920s Collectible

Art Deco ceramic pitcher produced by the prestigious Belgian manufacturer Boch Frères La Louvière during the first third of the 20th century.

History: Founded in 1841, Boch Frères La Louvière reached its artistic peak during the Art Deco era. This piece, identified as form 172 and decor 82, features a floral design of white and yellow daisies against a deep cobalt blue background. The technique used creates a raised enamel texture, characteristic of the high-quality productions of the era influenced by the Charles Catteau workshop.

Details and Condition:
- Period: 1920s
- Technique / Style: Enameled ceramic with relief (cloisonné style) and gold accents.
- Height: 28 cm (11 inches)
- Diameter: 16 cm (6.3 inches) at its widest part
- Material: Polychrome ceramic
- Markings: Circular stamp on the base "Made in Belgium - BOCH F - La Louvière", hand-numbered form 172 and decor 82.
- Condition: Very good vintage condition. No cracks or restorations. There is a factory irregularity in the blue glaze on one petal (original paint skip), confirming its hand-decorated nature. Minor wear to the gilding on the handle due to age.

Value: An exceptional piece for collectors of interwar European ceramics and a visually impactful centerpiece for Art Deco interiors.