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Baccarat
“Louxor” vase. The diamond cut shape and interior ruffles bring out the brilliance of this dramatic vase designed by Thomas Bastide. Handcrafted in France in full lead crystal. 7-7/8" tall. $595. |
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Lalique
Born in 1860, René Lalique began designing fine jewelry in Paris in 1881, and experimenting with glass around 1883. He opened his own glassworks in 1909, becoming synonymous with French Art Nouveau decorative arts. Favored motifs were dancing nymphs, fish, dragonflies and foliage. A wide variety of objects were produced, including perfume bottles, vases, inkwells, boxes, bookends, vases, clocks, automobile mascots and stemware. Today's leaded Lalique glass is ether mold blown or pressed. Characteristically the glass is crystal in combination with acid-etched relief. Shown: Lalique “Rouges Roses” Bowl, adorned in roses and ribbons, $2,850. |
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Daum
Since 1878, Daum has considered Art the ultimate luxury, seducing the world's greatest collectors. Daum has always called on the greatest contemporary artists of every epoch, including Salvador Dali, Arman, César, Dan Dailey, André Deluol, Lalanne, Paloma Picasso, Roland Topor and Manolo Valdes. Full rein was given to their imagination and talent; total freedom of expression through the exclusive medium of crystal. Today, Daum offers precious, rare and colorful pieces to collectors throughout the world. A return to its roots places the Nancy glassworks at the heart of its founding values, where uncompromising artistic standards are key. Shown: Rose Perfume Bottle, $345. Rose Flower, Pink, $345. Also available: Small Rose Picture Frame, $460. |
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Orrefors
Deep in the woods of Småland, Orrefors Glassworks has stood a hundred years on two pillars: beautiful clear crystal and evolutionary design. The transformation of glass from a hot, syrupy mass to a piece of glittering crystal is a spectacular process that takes place here every day. Although glass has been made for well over a thousand years, the techniques used today remain almost identical to those used centuries ago. Still, generations of skilled Orrefors glassblowers and designers have repeatedly surprised us with innovative crystal creations, and they continue to do so today. Shown: "Valentino" Bowl, $175. "Valentino" Vase, $275. Also available: "Amour" Votive, $35. |
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Waterford
Founded in Waterford, Ireland, in 1783, Waterford Crystal has been producing some of the world's highest quality crystal glasses, vases, and fine crystal collectibles for generations. Each piece shines with the finely crafted elegance that has made Waterford Crystal a favorite among crystal connoisseurs and those who enjoy the finer things in life. Popular patterns include Lismore, Araglin and Colleen, in a variety of designs, including stems, decanters, vases, and candlesticks. Shown, Waterford "Love and Romance:" Toasting Flutes, $160 pair, and clear 6" Vase, $100. |
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