“Vase,” created by Jean Cocteau in 1952, is an expressionist piece categorized under the genres of design and utensil. It belongs to the “Vase Design” series. The artwork exemplifies the themes and techniques typical of the Expressionism movement.
The artwork features a white ceramic vase adorned with what appears to be a minimalist, black line illustration. The illustration includes abstract facial features, notably eyes, eyebrows, a nose, and a mouth, rendered in a style that suggests a quick, fluid motion reminiscent of Cocteau’s distinctive artistic approach. The vase’s form is elegantly curved, with a slightly asymmetrical shape, enhancing its visual intrigue and emphasizing the dynamic expressionism for which the artist is renowned. The overall aesthetic is both simple and evocative, transforming a functional object into a fascinating piece of artistic expression.