Gilbert Portanier (1926 - 2023)
1926-09-28Cannes, France2023-08-15Vallauris, FranceFrance
Gilbert Portanier
Gilbert Portanier is a French artist, painter and ceramist.
He studied architecture at the Ecole des Beaux-Arts in Paris, then opened his own studio in Vallauris. Portanier is known for the variety of forms of his ceramic works, which range from the most classical and structured to the most baroque. He is often called the "wizard of colors.
Date and place of birt: | 28 september 1926, Cannes, France |
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Date and place of death: | 15 august 2023, Vallauris, France |
Nationality: | France |
Period of activity: | XX, XXI century |
Specialization: | Artist, Ceramist, Graphic artist, Painter, Sculptor |
Art style: | Contemporary art |
Medium: | Ceramic |