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Provence has always had a tradition of making earthenware and pottery. Traditional producers or new craftsmen are passionate about clay in all its forms.

There are objects to discover at Moustiers-Sainte-Marie, famous for its earthenware, Varages for its traditional or new-look pottery and, in another key, Salernes for its enamelled squares.

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Pottery, earthenware and tiles

Clay, which is of an exceptional quality in Provence, has allowed craftsmen to express their creative skills. [+]

The "santon"

Appearing for the first time in the 17th century, the Christmas crib figure (the "santon") rather reflects the spirit of Provence. [+]

Provencal fabrics

Known as the "Indians", those fabrics from Provence whose shimmering colours haved charmed the whole world, they go back to a tradition imported from India in the 18th century. [+]

Wooden furniture and toys

Wooden furniture from Provence is characterized by its slender forms, its curves, its abundance in floral motifs, its sheen and originally it used to have a utilitarian function : for kneading machines,... [+]


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