Villeroy & Boch 'Design Naif' Porcelain Postcard Tile, Winter Village Scene

Story

In 1979, Villeroy & Boch executives spotted a UNICEF Christmas card designed by Gérard Laplau and were so enchanted they commissioned an entire line. This 'postcard' tile was a unique extension of that world-famous collection.

Maker / Origin

Gérard Laplau (1938–2009) was a self-taught French artist who became a pioneer of the 'Naïve' art movement, which celebrates a childlike, unpretentious perspective. His collaboration with Villeroy & Boch turned his pastoral paintings into a global design phenomenon that has remained in production for over 40 years.

Condition & Value

The tile appears to be in good vintage condition with no visible cracks; some minor surface marks on the reverse are typical for its age. Excellent glaze retention on the front ensures the value remains at the higher end of the range.