Léon Pointu (1879-1942) was born in Fontainbleu, where his father, Jean Pointu, was a well-established ceramicist. 

After completing his studies and military service, Léon joined his father in St. Amand en Puisaye, which was one of

the most important 20th century ceramic production centers. There he followed an apprenticeship with his father, who 

greatly influenced his style. His earliest works carried the signature "Max", after which he adopted the signature "Pointu Fils"

(Pointu Son) to distinguish his work from his father's. His later production was signed "L. Pointu." His works were mostly

hand turned on the wheel, but he also experimented with molded pieces, especially for commercial production of tea, coffee and

tobacco sets. His works were characterized by simple lines on large forms, distinguishing himself from the Japonisme

favored by other artists in the Ecole des Carriès. Pointu prepared his own glaze recipes, using raw materials purchased

from the well-known supplier L'Hospied à Golf Juan. Over time, he experimented with strongly contrasting glazes in

brighter colors. He publicly exhibited his work beginning after the first World War and organized a retrospective exhibition of 

his father's work in 1928. After his death in 1942, his workshop was taken over by his wife Marie Bonnelie, assisted by

their children Geneviève and Michel. Production ceased in 1947, after which his son Michel established a larger business

on the same site,