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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Purple Pivoines Small Vase |
Clear Wolf Sculpture |
Grey Wolf Sculpture |
| Alliance of brute strength and delicacy,
juxtaposition of square shape to the curved lines of the sculpted
motifs, the Pivoines vase embodies a contrast of mineral strength and
floral romanticism. Symbol of prosperity, beauty and honor, the peony is
an emblematic flower, especially in China where it is often depicted. As
if carved in the gouge of a rock, garlands of flowers take possession of
crystal, like luxuriant nature takes its rightful place over abandoned
constructions. Their modeling also evokes the process of Lost Wax
sculpture, when the craftsman breaks the plaster mold to reveal the
piece. |
Head raised, the Lalique Wolf howls in the
moonlight. Enhanced by the purity of crystal, its satin-finished fur
exhibits graphic accents. The wolf has always fascinated mankind. It is
very present in mythology, literature, arts but also in fears and
imagination. This totem-animal symbolizes instinct, freedom and the
importance of the community. The pack is always united to protect each
of its members. Handcrafted of lead crystal. Hand painted details.
Approx. 9.8"L x 3.15"W x 10.24"T. |
Head raised, the Lalique Wolf howls in the
moonlight. Enhanced by the purity of crystal, its satin-finished fur
exhibits graphic accents. The wolf has always fascinated mankind. It is
very present in mythology, literature, arts but also in fears and
imagination. This totem-animal symbolizes instinct, freedom and the
importance of the community. The pack is always united to protect each
of its members. Handcrafted of lead crystal. Hand painted details.
Approx. 9.8"L x 3.15"W x 10.24"T. |
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Fighting Fish Sculpture |
Lalique Crystal Gorilla Sculpture/Figurine, Clear |
Clear Gold Stamped Fish Figurine |
| The Lalique Fighting Fish is sculpted through highlights
of crystal, playing on reflections and transparencies. Native to Southeast
Asia, these warlike fish can engage in lethal battles of violent beauty.
Its plentiful fins undulate and intertwine like colored veils in a spectacular
aquatic ballet. The Fighting Fish sculpture crafted in a rich amber hue
with a hand-applied gold enamel |
The Gorilla figure, created of satin-finish crystal,
exudes calm strength and power. |
The original Fish in glass was designed in 1913
by René Lalique and since become an important and iconic piece in the Lalique
collection. It is now issued in a wide range of colors including this clear
version with unique gold stamping. |
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Lalique Fighting Fish Sculpture, Clear |
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. |
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 Hummingbird Figure |
Lalique Tourbillons Crystal Vase |
Lalique Bulldog Sculpture |
| Hummingbird figure made of lead crystal. Hand finished in clear and
satin. |
In 1926, René Lalique designed the Tourbillons Vase.
Inspired by the movement of the fern blossom, the abstract design allows
for the utmost freedom of interpretation. Graphic and poetic, its curves
follow the rhythm of light, drawing the eye inwards towards the swirls of
crystal. The iconic vase is transformed in a petite version and striking
black crystal. |
Handcrafted bulldog sculpture. Lead crystal with clear satin finish.
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Lalique Small Zelia Panther Sculpture |
Lalique Small Champs-Elysees Vase |
Bull, Bear Figurines |
| 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. |
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Crocodile Sculpture |
Lalique Languedoc Crystal Vase |
| Emerging from the depths, this powerful black crystal
crocodile stands beautifully on its own, but it will also hold your tablet! |
The raw beauty of the Languedoc region in France
has inspired many artists, including René Lalique who designed the original
Languedoc vase with accentuated relief and generous proportions in 1929.
Fashioned in signature satin-finished and re-polished crystal, cactus leaves
overlay in a graphic play on repetition. The iconic vase is re-imagined
in a petite version in striking black crystal |
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Lalique Medium Poissons Vase, Clear |
Lalique Carpes Koi Vase, Clear |
Lalique Medium Poissons Vase, Persopolis Blue |
| The Lalique Fighting Fish is sculpted
through highlights of crystal, playing on reflections and transparencies.
Native to Southeast Asia, these warlike fish can engage in lethal battles
of violent beauty. Its plentiful fins undulate and intertwine like colored
veils in a spectacular aquatic ballet. |
As one of the most important symbols
in Asian culture, the Koi Fish represents good fortune, virility, perseverance
and longevity. The symbolism is rooted in an old Chinese legend where a
Koi fish swims the Yellow River upstream, battling the current to get to
the top of a waterfall where it is rewarded by the gods who turn it into
a golden dragon. The carp has thus become a symbol of success, determination
and destiny fulfilled. This legend remains celebrated today during Kohinoor,
when young children are wished success. This vase majestically embodies
this ancestral legend with twelve Koi fish swimming upstream in swirls of
satin-finished crystal. |
The Lalique Fighting Fish is sculpted
through highlights of crystal, playing on reflections and transparencies.
Native to Southeast Asia, these warlike fish can engage in lethal battles
of violent beauty. Its plentiful fins undulate and intertwine like colored
veils in a spectacular aquatic ballet. |
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.
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Tressage Small Vase |
Apple Paperweight |
Safran Vase, Large |
| Handcrafted lead crystal vase. |
Handcrafted paperweight. Lead crystal with golden pewter stem. |
An ode to a demanding and delicate nature, the
Daum Safran collection narrates the story of the blossoming of the
flower in the sandy and sunny lands, and the harvesting of the pistils
so fragile and precious. Safran pieces are rich in warm colors, evolving from amber
to red. This collection, sublimated by the remarkable "pate de cristal"
of the Maison, accentuates the meticulous work of the talented craftsmen
of Daum. |
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 |
Louxor Catchall |
Butterfly Tic-Tac-Toe Set |
| 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. |
Handcrafted catchall of lead crystal. |
Butterfly tic-tac-toe set includes: five blue butterflies, five silver
butterflies, and one acrylic board. Lead crystal and acrylic. |
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Baccarat Silver Lucky Butterfly |
Baccarat "Lucky" Butterfly |
Baccarat 20K Gold Diamant Lucky Butterfly |
| Handcrafted butterfly figurine. Made of lead crystal. Hand painted.
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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. |
Handcrafted lead-crystal butterfly figurine. 20-karat gold detail.
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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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