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Art and Clay

In the land of santons

In the Pays d’Aubagne et de l’Étoile, art and craft blend together in a skilful blend.

The chimneys of the brick and tile factories no longer smoke, but the craftsmen who perpetuate an age-old tradition remain.

Ceramists and santon makers open their doors to you, visit their workshops and museums.
Discover the work of clay: santons and nativity scenes, pottery, ceramics, tableware, jewellery, objets d’art…

Working with clay

A centuries-old tradition

Working with clay is a centuries-old tradition in the Pays d’Aubagne et de l’Étoile, and one that is still part of our region’s living heritage. From Aubagne to Saint-Zacharie, over the centuries, the ceramics industry – potteries and tile works – has brought life to the towns and villages of the Pays d’Aubagne et de l’Étoile.