French Crystal by Baccarat, Daum and Lalique
The great French crystal factories of
Baccarat (1764) and Saint Louis (1586) were both placed under the
protection of his patron saint by Louis XV in the 1760's. Within the next
century their cut crystal was among the finest made. The art glass of Galle,
Lalique (1909), Daum (1889) added to France's
reputation. Lead crystal is made of sand, potash and lead fired at high temperatures,
then mouth-blown, molded or machine made. Full lead crystal ("invented" in
France in 1781 by Saint Louis) must contain at least 24% lead oxide which gives
it brilliance, weight and clarity. Quality is determined by the method (hand
or machine), detail of design and finish (cut, etched, engraved). It can be decorated
with color by adding oxides or minerals, paint (applied by hand and refired), silk
screening (ceramic paint), frost (sandblasting, acid), and hand cutting (vs. molded
design). Cutting produces grooves with sharp angles that increase light-reflecting
surfaces adding sparkle. Go to: Lalique Crystal,
Baccarat Crystal, Daum Crystal,
Saint Louis crystal
Since 1921 Lalique has, from its factory in Alsace,
France, produced some of the world's finest works of crystal, pieces that resonate
both with the contemporary and the traditional eye.
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Lalique Poissons Bowl, Clear |
Lalique Flared Gold Stamped Hirondelles Vase |
Lalique Fighting Fish Sculpture, Clear |
| Handcrafted lead crystal bowl. |
The dramatic flared Hirondelles vase features
swirls of swallows captured in flight. Exquisitely carved details echo
the movement of wind beneath their wings, creating a captivating and
striking design. The swallows are meticulously hand-painted with
24-karat gold enamel to bring out the details. |
The Lalique Fighting Fish is sculpted by
highlights of crystal, resulting in an intricate play on reflections and
transparencies. Native to Southeast Asia, these warlike fish engage in
lethal battles of violent beauty. Plentiful fins undulate and intertwine
like colored veils in a spectacular aquatic ballet. |
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Lalique Fighting Fish Sculpture, Green |
Lalique Fighting Fish Sculpture, Persopolis Blue |
| The Lalique Fighting Fish is sculpted by
highlights of crystal, resulting in an intricate play on reflections and
transparencies. Native to Southeast Asia, these warlike fish engage in
lethal battles of violent beauty. Plentiful fins undulate and intertwine
like colored veils in a spectacular aquatic ballet. |
The Lalique Fighting Fish is sculpted by
highlights of crystal, resulting in an intricate play on reflections and
transparencies. Native to Southeast Asia, these warlike fish engage in
lethal battles of violent beauty. Plentiful fins undulate and intertwine
like colored veils in a spectacular aquatic ballet. |
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Lalique Small Shark Sculpture, Persepolis Blue |
Lalique Large Shark Sculpture, Persepolis Blue |
Lalique Fish Sculpture, Persepolis Blue |
| Fauna has always been a major source of
inspiration for Lalique, whose vast bestiary embodies the creative
genius and exceptional know-how of master glassmakers. This Shark
celebrates one of the most meaningful sea creatures representing fierce
power, speed and self-confidence. The shark also symbolizes action and
the constant motion of always moving forward. The dynamic movement of
its body, the texture of the skin and its sharp teeth convey the details
of this sculpture with striking realism, highlighted by the glare of
Persepolis blue crystal. |
Fauna has always been a major source of
inspiration for Lalique, whose vast bestiary embodies the creative
genius and exceptional know-how of the master glassmakers. The Shark
celebrates one of the most meaningful sea creatures representing fierce
power, speed and self-confidence. The shark also symbolizes action and
the constant motion of always moving forward. The dynamic movement of
its body, the texture of the skin and its sharp teeth convey the details
of this sculpture with striking realism, highlighted by the glare of
Persepolis Blue crystal. |
The original glass Fish Sculpture was designed
in 1913 by René Lalique and has become an important and iconic piece in
the Lalique universe. It first appeared in turquoise and has been
reissued in an extensive palette of colored crystal, meant to be mixed
and matched in the Lalique aquarium. Lalique now presents the fish
sculpture in a Persepolis blue version. |
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Lalique Small Zelia Panther Sculpture |
Lalique Small Champs-Elysees Vase |
Bull Figurine |
| Handcrafted sculpture. Lead crystal. |
Inspired by falling leaves along the famed Champs-Élysées,
the newly designed Champs-Élysées petite vase is available in clear and
satin finish crystal. |
The Lalique Bull demonstrates strength and modernity through precise
lines, conveying a feeling of power and vigorous movement. Highlighted
by the contrast between the satin- finished and re-polished crystal,
this sculpture embodies the strength of the animal. When coupled with
the Lalique bear, the sculpture evokes the world of finance, referencing
the famous Bull and Bear of Wall Street. |
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Lalique Flora Figure |
Lalique Angelfish Figurine |
Lalique Amber Angelfish Figurine |
| Detailed sculpture depicts Flora, the Roman goddess of nature and spring.
Crystal. Approximately 4.75"T. Made in France. |
Handcrafted figurine. Lead crystal. |
Originally designed in glass by René Lalique in 1913, this iconic piece
in the Lalique universe has been reissued in an extensive palette of colors,
ideally suited to mix and match. |
Glassmaker Jean Daum, the French crystallerie
known for exotic colors and sinuous lines, began shaping glass in 1878, creating
flowing vessels and figures that symbolized Art Nouveau. Memorable gifts. Each piece
is made
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finely etched details typical of pâte de verre, in which ground crystal is
formed into a paste, placed in a mold, and then fired, an ancient glass paste technique
used by the Egyptians to make jewelry and amulets and re-introduced by the House
of Daum in the early 20th century. Made in France.
Founded in 1764, Baccarat is renowned the world over
for its magnificent and innovative works of crystal. Baccarat has become a national
symbol of France's art de vivre, and the company's heritage of excellence in design
is matched only by its continuing efforts to cultivate creativity in the next generation
of great artists. The Baccarat collection is full of timeless masterpieces, from
jewelry to sculptures for the home, which translate beautifully in any language.
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Baccarat Amber Carp Figurine |
Baccarat "Lucky" Butterfly |
Baccarat Lucky Butterfly, Iridescent Diamante |
| Baccarat's amber crystal carp is inspired by the fantasy world of Russian
fairy tales, specifically by Alexander Pushkin's well-known Tale of the
Fisherman and the Little Fish. Strong and resolute when it swims upstream
and wriggles through rivers and waterfalls, and a promise of wealth in Asian
culture, this carp is a wonderful gift for collectors of animal figures. |
Choose (shown front to back) ruby, sapphire, olivine, (see below) parma
violet, purple, peony pink, aquamarine, topaz, clear, metallic, or irise.
Full-lead crystal. Handcrafted. |
Butterfly made of lead crystal. 3.125"W x 2.5"T. Made in France.
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Made exclusively in France since 1586, Saint Louis
crystal vibrates with the immense talent inherited from time-honored techniques
and the creativity of contemporary designers. Every day, Saint Louis signs
crystal creations crafted by master glass blowers and hand cutters considered
the best in France and possessing irreplaceable skills enriched generation after
generation. Saint Louis continues to forge the very essence of its identity with
rigorous attention to excellence. In 2018, a rebellious breeze has wafted over
the noble chapters of its history. Royal is giving itself over to a
deconstructed and creative choreography. New objects spring forth: lamps, boxes,
vases... Once again, the realm of the possible extends.
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