French Crystal by Baccarat
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,
Hommage à René Lalique
Clear full-lead crystal. Handcrafted in France
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| Baccarat Minimals Elephant Figurine |
Baccarat 2012 Zodiac Dragon Figurine |
Baccarat Minimals Bunny Figurine |
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This sweet elephant figurine, designed by Wan Ya Hui, is a charming way
to celebrate birthdays and special occasions |
The fifth animal of the 12-year Chinese Zodiac cycle, the dragon is
associated with honesty sensitivity and bravery. Designed by Thierry
Lebon, it cuts a dramatic figure on bookshelves and desks |
Cute as can be, this sweet bunny, designed by Wan Ya Hui, is a charming
way to mark birthdays and special occasions |
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| Baccarat Black Bear, Midnight |
Baccarat Lucky Butterfly Olive |
Baccarat Crystal Butterfly
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| Designed in collaboration with the French National Museum, this
alluring figurine, crafted in deep midnight crystal by Francois Pompon,
showcases the bear at its most regal |
Whether as a place setting, a gift or a decorative item, the
charming crystal lucky butterfly emanates a sense of happiness and hope |
An elegant keepsake piece is handcrafted by French skilled French
artisans in fine scarabee crystal, lending timeless character and
iridescent color to any occasion |
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| Baccarat Geode Box |
Baccarat White Bear Figurine |
Baccarat Young Owl Figurine |
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Inspired by industrial and geometric shapes, Thomas Bastide created
Géode, a collection for Baccarat that aims to magnify the crystal's
optical effects and luminosity |
Crafted by famed animal sculptor Francois, Pompon, this captivating
figurine was designed in collaboration with the French National Museum |
Crafted by famed animal sculptor Francois, Pompon, this captivating
midnight-hued figurine was designed in collaboration with the French
National Museum |
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Baccarat Pink Pig
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Baccarat "ZinZin" Star
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Baccarat Three Stars
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A charmingly piggy paperweight sculpted in smooth
lead crystal with subtle tint |
Crafted with stunning clarity in lead crystal with flat, beveled edges |
An exquisitely crafted paperweight in pure lead crystal is designed in a
stack of three stars with sparkling clarity |
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| Baccarat Dragon |
Crystal Baccarat Rabbit
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Baccarat Lucky Butterfly Pink |
| This figure captures the spirit of the mythological beast in
sparkling crystal. Handmade by Baccarat's master artisans, it makes an
elegant gift and a unique memento of the Year of the Dragon |
Welcome the new year with this charming figure from France’s famed
house of Baccarat. Handmade from sparkling crystal, the piece is part of
a collectible series depicting each animal in the Chinese zodiac’s
12-year cycle. People born during the Year of the Rabbit are said to be
talented, articulate and determined |
Whether as a place setting, a gift or a decorative item, the
charming crystal lucky butterfly emanates a sense of happiness and hope |
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Baccarat Lucky Cat Figurine |
Baccarat Lucky Butterfly Purple |
Baccarat Lucky Butterfly, Red |
| This lucky cat known as Maneki-Neko in Japanese is believed to bring
good fortune and happiness to the owner |
Whether as a place setting, a gift or a decorative item, the
charming crystal lucky butterfly emanates a sense of happiness and hope |
Whether as a place setting, a gift or a decorative item, the
charming crystal lucky butterfly emanates a sense of happiness and hope |
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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| Daum Crystal Bengal Tiger
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Daum Crystal Pate de Verre Cheetah
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| A magnificent Bengal tiger - jaws open in a mighty roar - is
portrayed with grace and power in this crystal sculpture produced using
the ancient pâte de verre technique. Artists at the celebrated
Daum studio in France begin by creating a mold of the lithe cat using
the intricate lost-wax method |
Taut with curiosity, this lithe, big cat gazes over her shoulder.
Made in France by Daum |
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.
Saint Louis crystal. The glassworks of Saint Louis have
been crafting the finest crystal coveted by kings, emperors, heads of state, and
connoisseurs since 1586. In the province of Lorraine, on the eastern border of
France, a region graced with rich sands and expansive forests, Saint Louis
flourished. Louis XV
placed it under the protection of his patron saint in 1767. Supported by this
abundance of natural resources, they were the first to perfect lead crystal in
1781, then being recognized as a crystallerie. They played a central role in the
golden age of the 19th century, with major technical and ornamental innovations,
all of which are still represented in current pieces. For over 400 years, Saint
Louis has continued to hand blow each piece, passing on the technique from
generation to generation. Expertly crafted hand cut leaded crystal radiates
light achieving exceptional brilliance on each unique piece. Fine design and
engraving are enhanced by the precision of the artist’s brush. Due to its
delicate nature, hand washing is recommended.
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| Lalique Panda, Black |
Lalique Bamara Lion, Black |
| A Chinese proverb says: what is rare is precious. This is also true
of the animal kingdom: the panda, because of its rareness, is an emblem
of China. With dark eyes and black and white suit, this very rare
animal, extremely discreet, lives in the Chinese bamboo forests. The
Panda figurine is to honor this protected species. The purity of the
satin finished crystal added to the depth of the black color brings
light to the chiseled details of the fur and the softness of his
endearing gaze |
In 1987, a satin crystal feline joins Lalique vast animal kingdom: a
majestic and vigorous lion, king of the jungle, symbol of power and
will. His name, Bamara, means lion in an African dialect. In 2009,
Lalique re-imagines this piece in black crystal |
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| Lalique Elves Vase |
Lalique Champs Elysées Bowl Gold |
Lalique Louvre Flute |
| The Fairytales Collection by Lalique defines a new expression of
beauty. This crystal giftware revives Rene Lalique's passion for Nature
and its magical floral, mythical fauna and allegorical themes |
Maple leaves on the sidewalk of the famous Champs Elysees in Paris
were the inspiration for this iconic Lalique bowl designed in 1956 by
Marc Lalique. It has been reinterpreted with a gold luster to highlight
the subtleties of each hand-etched leaf |
Exquisite crystal stems with frosted, textured stems for utterly
elegant entertaining |
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