Emaux de Longwy – Hand-Painted Cloisonné Jug, France
This vibrant vase - jug was produced by the renowned French faience manufacturer Emaux de Longwy between 1955 and 1975. Featuring the classic cloisonné enamel technique, it displays vivid floral motifs in bold colors set against a deep black background – a signature of Longwy's mid-century style.
Each element of the decoration is carefully hand-painted, then enamel-fired to achieve its characteristic brilliance and depth. The base bears the factory's hallmark stamp with crest, the phrase “Émaux décoré à la main” (hand-decorated enamels), and model numbers F-3744 / D-5674.
This collector’s piece is ideal for lovers of French design, cloisonné ceramics, or bold decorative accents in eclectic interiors.
About the manufacturer Longwy:
The Faïencerie de Longwy was founded in 1798 in the town of Longwy (Lorraine). It became famous in the early 19th century for its finely glazed faience and, especially, from 1872 onward with the introduction of the famous cloisonné enamel technique. This technique involves defining the outlines of the decoration with fine lines and then filling them with bold colors – a process reminiscent of oriental enamel art.
The Émaux de Longwy experienced a particularly creative heyday between 1920 and 1970. Numerous artists and designers – including Mathurin Méheut, Paul Milet, and Camille Tharaud – designed limited editions for the manufactory, which are highly valued on the art market today.
To this day, Longwy stands for the highest craftsmanship and vibrantly colored enamel decorations – each piece is unique, signed, and handcrafted.
