Handcrafted wall plate by Belgian ceramic sculptor Achiel Pauwels (*1932). Studio pottery with an expressive figurative engobe painting depicting a woman with a harp. Signed “Ach. Pauwels” with monogram “AP” and dated 79–80.
The reverse features small support feet that create spacing from the wall and an integrated hanger for display. Visually, it could also be placed lying flat as a decorative object, but it is not intended as a functional bowl – it was designed primarily as a wall piece.
About the artist:
Achiel Pauwels (*1932, Belgium) is one of the most significant Belgian ceramic sculptors of the 20th century. His works combine expressive painting with sculptural forms and are represented in museums and private collections internationally. Pauwels’ ceramics occasionally appear at auctions and are highly sought after among collectors of modern studio pottery.
Details
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Artist: Achiel Pauwels (*1932)
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Origin: Belgium
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Date: 1979/80
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Technique: Handmade studio pottery
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Decoration: Figurative engobe painting – woman with harp
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Signature: „Ach. Pauwels“ + monogram „AP“
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Reverse: small spacer feet, integrated wall hanger
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Dimensions: [to be added]
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Condition: Very good vintage condition
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Combined shipping: yes — if the system calculates postage too high, I’ll refund the difference promptly.