Baccarat Objets d'Art and Vertu

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One of the world’s foremost crystal manufacturers, Baccarat has long been emblematic of luxury and exquisite craftsmanship. Starting in the early 19th century, objects produced by the French company — from stemware to chandeliers to brightly colored paperweights — became a staple of noble and wealthy households across Europe and as far afield as India. Along with the purity and quality of their glass, Baccarat crystal makers can boast a remarkable fluency with a range of design styles — from cut-glass neoclassical pieces to sinuously etched Art Nouveau designs.

Baccarat began as a kind of industrial development project. In 1764, the Bishop of Metz and other landowners in heavily forested northeastern France persuaded Louis XV to sanction a glassworks in the area — timber being a key resource required for the furnaces used in glass production.

In its early years the company produced humble products such as window panes and simple drinking glasses. In 1816 a new owner began making crystal, and seven years later Louis XVIII — who had taken the throne after the defeat of Napoleon — gave Baccarat its first royal commission, for tableware. In the ensuing years, an estimated one-third of the company’s workforce was dedicated to commissions to the Russian imperial court alone.

Spurred by the intense competition between global industries in the latter 19th century — fought in public view in the many world expositions of the era — Compagnie des Cristalleries de Baccarat, as it had finally become known, elevated its level of artistry by adopting new technologies and creating a rigorous training program. The firm broadened its stylistic range, embracing Asian influences and new engraving methods, and increasing production of its now iconic millefiori paperweights.

The designer Georges Chevalier, who worked for Baccarat for more than five decades beginning in 1916, ushered the company into the realm of modernist design. In recent years, Baccarat has employed such renowned contemporary designers as Philippe Starck and Marcel Wanders, ensuring that Baccarat crystal will continue to enjoy pride of place on up-to-date tables. But as you will see from the offerings on these pages, Baccarat has items to suit any taste.

Find antique Baccarat decanters, vases, candle holders, chandeliers and other furnishings and objects for sale on 1stDibs.

Creator: Baccarat

Baccarat France Crystal Glass Playing Card Trinket Ash Trays

$500 / set

Baccarat France Crystal Glass Playing Card Trinket Ash Trays

By Baccarat

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

4 square crystal ashtrays or trinket trays from Maison Baccarat. Decorated with the colors of a deck of cards. Each measuring 2 3/8". They are presented in their original box with so...

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1960s Vintage Baccarat Objets d'Art and Vertu

Materials

Crystal

Stalagtite Amethyst with Nephrite Frog, Mineral Specimen Crystal

$709

H 1.89 in W 1.86 in D 2.21 in

Stalagtite Amethyst with Nephrite Frog, Mineral Specimen Crystal

Located in Kirschweiler, DE

This Amethyst Stalagtite has all around small purple crystals. On top is a Frog carved out of Nephrite. measures: 47x56x48 mm weight: 11,9 gr.

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21st Century and Contemporary German Arts and Crafts Baccarat Objets d'Art and Vertu

Materials

Crystal, Amethyst

Artisan 223.11ct Oval Faceted Champagne Quartz Crystal, Brazil

$500

W 1.44 in D 1 in L 1.88 in

Artisan 223.11ct Oval Faceted Champagne Quartz Crystal, Brazil

By Sarosi By Timeless Gems

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This 223.11 carat "magnum" of a champagne colored quartz crystal is perfect for anyone who wants to savor the finer things in life! Gorgeous and well-proportioned with wonderful brilliance and life, this gem is a truly impressive display ornament! It is beautifully shaped and free from inclusions - the only things missing from this champagne gem are the bubbles! $100 bill...

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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Artisan Baccarat Objets d'Art and Vertu

Materials

Quartz

Vintage Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Card Case or Business Card Holder

$595

H 2.3 in W 3.69 in D 0.24 in

Vintage Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Card Case or Business Card Holder

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine signed vintage business card holder. In sterling silver. By Tiffany & Co. Engraved to the front and monogrammed 'G.B.S.'. Mark...

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20th Century Unknown Modern Baccarat Objets d'Art and Vertu

Materials

Sterling Silver

Renaissance Revival Rock Crystal Dragon Pendant

$35,000

L 4.38 in

Renaissance Revival Rock Crystal Dragon Pendant

Located in New York, NY

Renaissance Revival Rock Crystal Dragon Pendant- A rock crystal dragon mounted in 18k gold set with diamonds, a pearl, and rubies Length: 4.5"

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Mid-19th Century Antique Baccarat Objets d'Art and Vertu

Materials

Diamond, Rock Crystal, Crystal, 18k Gold

Cartier Gold Pen Holder Ink Tray

$9,000

Cartier Gold Pen Holder Ink Tray

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

Vintage Cartier 14k solid gold ink tray and pen holder accessory. Measuring 2 5/8" x 2 5/8". Depth of the tray 8mm. Decorated with enamel in the c...

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20th Century French Baccarat Objets d'Art and Vertu

Materials

Gold

Cartier playing card holder in black leather

$721Sale Price|20% Off

W 5.52 in D 0.99 in L 4.14 in

Cartier playing card holder in black leather

By Cartier

Located in Perugia, IT

Cartier playing card set with black leather case. New. Reference RPSH0802 Presented in Geneva at the Salon International de la Haute Horlogerie (SIHH) in 2008. Complete with box , p...

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Early 2000s French Modern Baccarat Objets d'Art and Vertu

Antique R. Blackinton & Co. Sterling Silver Floral Repousse Card Holder

$395

H 1.76 in W 0.39 in L 3.29 in

Antique R. Blackinton & Co. Sterling Silver Floral Repousse Card Holder

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine antique American silver card holder. By R. Blackinton & Co. In sterling silver. With repousse stylized floral decoration to the front and wavy engraved patterns to both sid...

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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Baccarat Objets d'Art and Vertu

Materials

Sterling Silver

Tiffany & Co Estate Business Card Holder Sterling Silver

$472Sale Price|20% Off

Tiffany & Co Estate Business Card Holder Sterling Silver

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Authentic Tiffany & Co Estate Business Card Holder Sterling Silver TIF800 TRUSTED SELLER SINCE 2002 PLEASE SEE OUR HUNDREDS OF POSITIVE FEEDBACKS FROM OUR CLIENTS! FREE SHIPPING This Authentic Tiffany business card holder...

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1990s American Baccarat Objets d'Art and Vertu

Materials

Sterling Silver

Spinel Crystal in Matrix, Mineral Specimen

$2,284

H 1.34 in W 1.11 in D 0.71 in

Spinel Crystal in Matrix, Mineral Specimen

Located in Kirschweiler, DE

These Specimen exhibits an incredible rich saturated red hue in the form of small octaeder embedded in a matrix of grayish white Calcite. The contrast with the cluster of well-formed...

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21st Century and Contemporary German Arts and Crafts Baccarat Objets d'Art and Vertu

Materials

Crystal, Spinel

Tiffany & Co Estate Business Card Holder Sterling Silver 43.18 Grams

$472Sale Price|20% Off

Tiffany & Co Estate Business Card Holder Sterling Silver 43.18 Grams

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Authentic Tiffany & Co Estate Business Card Holder Sterling Silver 43.18 Grams TIF791 TRUSTED SELLER SINCE 2002 PLEASE SEE OUR HUNDREDS OF POSITIVE FEEDBACKS FROM OUR CLIENTS! FREE SHIPPING DETAILS Metal: Sterling Silver Weight: 43.18 Grams This Authentic Tiffany business card holder...

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1990s American Baccarat Objets d'Art and Vertu

Materials

Sterling Silver

Faberge Rock Crystal Gold Inkwell

$83,440

Faberge Rock Crystal Gold Inkwell

By Fabergé

Located in London, GB

A Fabergé gold and rock crystal inkwell, the lobed rock-crystal body carved with bombe' sides, the hinged gold cover also lobed and surmounted with a cabochon sapphire, marked Faberg...

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Late 19th Century Russian Victorian Antique Baccarat Objets d'Art and Vertu

Materials

Rock Crystal, Blue Sapphire, Gold

Boucheron Pair of Rock Crystal and Gold Obelisks

$32,000Sale Price / set|20% Off

H 18.3 in

Boucheron Pair of Rock Crystal and Gold Obelisks

By Boucheron

Located in New York, NY

Boucheron Pair of Rock Crystal and Gold Obelisks A pair of Boucheron Egyptian Revival rock crystal obelisks feature fluted sodalite tops, accented with gold trim, and resting on a s...

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20th Century French Baccarat Objets d'Art and Vertu

Materials

Crystal, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold

Previously Available Items

Stunning Brand New Baccarat Crystal Butterfly in Burn Orange Color Boxed

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H 2.96 in W 3.15 in D 1.7 in

Stunning Brand New Baccarat Crystal Butterfly in Burn Orange Color Boxed

By Baccarat

Located in GB

Wimbledon-Furniture Wimbledon-Furniture is delighted to offer for sale this brand new Baccarat Crystal butterfly with original box A good ...

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20th Century British Contemporary Baccarat Objets d'Art and Vertu

Stunning Brand New Baccarat Crystal Rocking Giraffe Animal in Burn Orange Color

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H 4.24 in W 2.56 in D 1.19 in

Stunning Brand New Baccarat Crystal Rocking Giraffe Animal in Burn Orange Color

By Baccarat

Located in GB

Wimbledon-Furniture Wimbledon-Furniture is delighted to offer for sale this brand new Baccarat Crystal rocking Giraffe with booklet A good looking piece, I have the matching butter...

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20th Century British Contemporary Baccarat Objets d'Art and Vertu

Vintage Baccarat Crystal Empire Vanity Set, Perfume Automizer, Jar, Scent Bottle

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Vintage Baccarat Crystal Empire Vanity Set, Perfume Automizer, Jar, Scent Bottle

By Baccarat

Located in New York, NY

Rare three piece Baccarat crystal Empire vanity set composed of a large scent bottle with stopper, a perfume automizer and a covered jar. Out of production for many years and the epi...

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20th Century French Empire Baccarat Objets d'Art and Vertu

Materials

Crystal

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Questions About Baccarat Objets d'Art and Vertu

Can Baccarat be repaired?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Yes, Baccarat crystal can be repaired. However, the manufacturer recommends that you only seek assistance for repairs through an authorized Baccarat boutique. You'll find a large selection of Baccarat crystal lighting, serveware and decorative objects from top sellers around the world on 1stDibs.
What is Baccarat famous for?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Founded in 1816, Baccarat is a French crystalware maker that is most well-known for its luxury lead crystal designs, including cameo-embedded paper weights and sculptures of animals and birds. You can shop a collection of authentic Baccarat crystal pieces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
How do you identify an antique Baccarat?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
To identify an antique Baccarat, search it for a capital "B" etched mark or a circular label that bears the Baccarat name along with a logo featuring a decanter, wine glass and cup. Vintage and contemporary pieces typically have the full Baccarat name etched onto their surfaces rather than the initial hallmark or paper label. If you can't locate a marking but are certain your piece is Baccarat, it is likely an antique that has lost its paper label. However, if you're not confident about the maker, you may wish to have a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer help you make an identification. On 1stDibs, find a selection of Baccarat crystal wares.
What is so special about Baccarat crystal?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
A few things account for what is so special about Baccarat crystal. The quality and purity of the French maker's glass are exceptional. In addition, Baccarat crystal makers have a remarkable fluency with a range of design styles, from cut-glass neoclassical pieces to sinuously etched Art Nouveau designs. The brand also has an extensive history that sets it apart. Starting in the early 19th century, objects produced by the French company, from stemware to chandeliers to brightly colored paperweights, became staples of noble and wealthy households across Europe and as far afield as India. As a result, Baccarat has long been emblematic of luxury and exquisite craftsmanship. Find a collection of Baccarat crystal on 1stDibs.
Is Baccarat lead crystal?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertMay 20, 2024
Yes, Baccarat is lead crystal. In order for a work of glass to be deemed “lead crystal,” its chemical composition needs to contain no less than 24 percent lead oxide. Historically, crystal glassware referred to decorative tableware and drinking vessels that was made of leaded glass. Today's "lead-free crystal" is made with barium oxide, zinc oxide, or potassium oxide instead of lead.

One of the world’s foremost crystal manufacturers, Baccarat has long been emblematic of luxury and exquisite craftsmanship. While glass chandeliers were quite popular lighting fixtures for palatial homes in the 19th century — and they still bring welcome drama to a space — Baccarat chandeliers were different from the rest of the world’s supply.

At the time, artisans at Baccarat added nickel oxide to their leaded glass mixture during the manufacturing process, which made for a perfectly clear rock crystal imitation. Owing to distinct and innovative processes like these, which yielded strikingly clear pieces of glass, Baccarat chandeliers and pendants — as well as the company’s decorative objects, serveware and other glass pieces — were soon prized as symbols of wealth all over the world.

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Is Baccarat jewelry worth it?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2024
Yes, many jewelry lovers believe that Baccarat jewelry is worth it. One of the world’s foremost crystal manufacturers, Baccarat has long been emblematic of luxury and exquisite craftsmanship. Baccarat’s artisans combine the maker's renowned crystal with silver and gold-plated metals to produce elegant earrings, rings, necklaces, bracelets and brooches. However, whether or not it’s worth investing in Baccarat jewelry is totally subjective! At 1stDibs, we believe in buying what you love. Our shopping experience enables discovery and learning, whether you are a seasoned connoisseur or just beginning your collection. Find a collection of Baccarat jewelry on 1stDibs.
How can you tell if a crystal is Baccarat?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024
To tell if a crystal is Baccarat, look for the maker's mark. Beginning in 1930, the luxury maker began engraving its pieces with a marking. The mark will either show the Baccarat brand name by itself or feature the logo and the brand name. Older crystal was usually marked with a paper label, which may have come off over the years. If you don't find an engraved hallmark, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can assist you with the identification process. Explore a variety of Baccarat crystal wares on 1stDibs.
Can Baccarat crystal be repaired?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Depending on the damage to your Baccarat piece, it may be possible to repair it. One of Baccarat’s boutiques can help with repair questions and quotes. You can also shop a collection of Baccarat pieces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
How can I identify Baccarat paperweights?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
You can identify Baccarat paperweights by looking for the maker’s mark and other identifying marks. Particularly old examples will have a “B” followed by a year of manufacture, though this practice stopped in the early 20th century. Contact the brand for more assistance. Shop a collection of Baccarat crystal on 1stDibs from some of the world’s top sellers.
How can you tell if a chandelier is Baccarat?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024
To tell if a chandelier is Baccarat, search for the maker's mark. You'll usually find it on one of the drip pans, the curved dishes positioned beneath the candle lights. By comparing the marking on your piece to images shared on trusted online resources, you can often determine if your fixture is an authentic Baccarat. When in doubt, have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer evaluate your piece. Explore a collection of Baccarat chandeliers on 1stDibs.
Is Baccarat crystal or glass?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Baccarat makes crystal, not glass. The company opened in 1764 in Baccarat, Lorraine, France, at the order of King Louis XV of France. Today, Baccarat operates out of headquarters in Paris. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Baccarat crystal ware.
Is Baccarat glass or crystal?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Baccarat is a French manufacturer of fine crystal. Baccarat did originally start as a glasswork company with production primarily consisting of window panes, mirrors and stemware up until 1816. The brand then switched to crystal production, creating expertly crafted stemware, chandeliers and other pieces in a variety of design styles. Browse a collection of antique and modern Baccarat crystal decor on 1stDibs.
Is Baccarat crystal still made?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Yes, Baccarat crystal is indeed still made. You can pop onto Baccarat’s website to see its latest collection of fine crystal tableware. Or shop a collection of vintage and contemporary Baccarat crystalware from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
How can I spot real Baccarat glass?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
There are a few tricks to authenticating your Baccarat glass. First and foremost, look for the logo, which will include the company name. Also, Baccarat is famous for certain patterns. See if your glass has one of these patterns. Shop a collection of authentic Baccarat glass from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
How can I spot an authentic Baccarat chandelier?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
You can spot an authentic Baccarat chandelier by locating the white engraved mark, which is usually found in the raised molded capitals on the drip pan. You can shop a collection of properly vetted Baccarat chandeliers from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

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