The artwork, titled “Les Vestales”, was created by the artist Jean Cocteau in the year 1958. It belongs to the Expressionism movement and falls within the genres of design and utensil. This piece is part of the “Vase Design” series.
The artwork is a ceramic vase with anthropomorphic features. The vase exhibits the minimalist and expressive style characteristic of Cocteau, with facial elements drawn simplistically yet evocatively. The eyes are prominent and stylized, and the nose and mouth are crafted with deliberate, bold lines. The overall design merges functionality with artistic expression, highlighting Cocteau’s unique approach to everyday objects through an expressive lens. The artist’s signature can be observed prominently at the base of the vase, further emphasizing the handcrafted nature of the piece.
