French ceramicist renowned for his major role in the revival of artistic ceramics in the early 20th century. Trained at a young age by Clément Massier in Golfe-Juan, he became a specialist in enameling and, in 1912, co-founded the BACS ceramics workshop in Vallauris with Marius Alexandre, Jean Carle, and François Sicard. There, he refined the cloisonné technique, applying enamel to lustrous metal vessels. In 1917, Barol left BACS with Sicard to establish the Montières factory in Amiens, where they produced iridescent Art Nouveau ceramics. During this time, he also taught at the École supérieure d'art et de design d'Amiens.

Returning to BACS in 1920, he continued his artistic work until the company closed in 1927, while also collaborating regularly with the Faïencerie Picard in Amiens. That same year, he was awarded the prestigious title of Meilleur Ouvrier de France and went on to teach ceramic techniques at the École Jules Ferry. Until his death, Barol remained active in his studios in Vallauris and Cannes-La Bocca, leaving behind a body of work defined by technical innovation and the decorative elegance of both Art Nouveau and Art Deco styles.