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.
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Baccarat - Set of Dom Perignon Crystal Champagne Water Wine Glasses - 40 Pieces
By Baccarat, Cristalleries De Baccarat
Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR
Set of 40 glasses "Dom Perignon" made in crystal by Baccarat in 1960s Stamped signature under each glass. Set for 10 people including: - 10 champagne glasses - 23,5 cm high - 10 wat...
Crystal
$1,758 / set
H 5.91 in Dm 1.19 in
Set of 6 Exquise Baccarat Crystal Pieces, Design R Rigot France Nancy
By Baccarat
Located in Rijssen, NL
Luxury at its finest, set of 6 high-end drink glasses in clear crystal by Baccarat. This exquisite set of Baccarat glassware embodies the timeless elegance and refined craftsmanship...
Crystal
$1,416 / set
H 4.93 in Dm 3.94 in
6 Pcs. Set of Baccarat Crystal Champagne Coupes "Moliere" from 1916-1936's
By Baccarat
Located in Vilnius, LT
Set of 6 pcs. of Baccarat crystal champagne coupes "Moliere" from circa 1916-1936's. Very good/excellent condition.
Crystal
Set of 5 Vintage French Baccarat Crystal Champagne Flute
By Baccarat
Located in Roma, IT
Set of 5 Vintage French Baccarat Crystal Champagne Flute Set of 5 Baccarats champagne flute stems with panel cut sides. These pattern is retired and hard to come by. The delicate...
Crystal
$8,750 / set
H 6.38 in Dm 3.75 in
Baccarat Harcourt 1841 36 Piece Set Champagne, Wine, Water, Liqueur Glasses
By Baccarat
Located in New York, NY
Iconic Baccarat Harcourt 1841. The design has been chosen by some of the most notable figures in the world, Kings, Queens and Popes, for their t...
Crystal
Set of 6 Vintage French Baccarat Crystal Champagne Flute
By Baccarat
Located in Roma, IT
Set of 6 Vintage French Baccarat Crystal Champagne Flute Set of 6 Baccarats champagne flute stems with panel cut sides. These pattern is retired and hard to come by. The delicate...
Crystal
Set of 49 Exquise Baccarat Massena Crystal Pieces, France, 1990
By Baccarat
Located in Rijssen, NL
Luxury at its finest, set of 24 high-end drink glasses in clear crystal and 1 decanter by Baccarat. The Massena glassware showcases Baccarat’s meticulous craftsmanship. Deep orgue b...
Crystal
Set of 6 Exquise Multi Color Baccarat Wine Crystal glasses, France
By Baccarat
Located in Rijssen, NL
Luxury at its finest, set of 6 high-end glasses in multi-colored crystal by Baccarat. The pure and clean bowl contrast with an angular and tactile stem. The result of this union is a...
Crystal
Set of 6 Exquise Baccarat Crystal Pieces, France
By Baccarat
Located in Rijssen, NL
Luxury at its finest, set of 6 high-end drink glasses in clear crystal by Baccarat. This exquisite set of Baccarat glassware embodies the timeless elegance and refined craftsmanship...
Crystal
French Baccarat Crystal Tableware Wine / Water Service / 12 People
By Baccarat
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Indulge in the epitome of luxury and refinement with our extraordinary French Baccarat crystal tableware and barware wine, water service for 12 people. Immerse yourself in the world...
Crystal
Set of 10 Blue Baccarat Crystal glasses, France
By Baccarat
Located in Rijssen, NL
Luxury at its finest, Rhine wine glass hock in deep blue double-layered crystal by Baccarat with an important carved decor. Pattern produced from 1902 to 2002. Dimensions: Height: 7...
Crystal
$8,200 / set
H 7.75 in Dm 2.75 in
12 Baccarat Cranberry Art Nouveau Hock Wine Goblets with Intaglio Cut Decoration
By Baccarat
Located in Great Barrington, MA
This rare set of 12 Baccarat goblets truly embody the Art Nouveau aesthetic, featuring a cranberry crystal bowl sitting atop a tall and elegant panel cut stem. The goblet is cut to clear in a swirling intaglio motif with loosely floating flowers and leaves encircling the glass, topped off with a star cut base. This is the perfect addition of a hock wine...
Crystal
Set of Four Crystal Glasses
Located in Premariacco, IT
Colored crystal glasses dating back to the 70s in various colors and models. The widths and depths vary from 3.5 to 4.5/5cm.
Crystal
Baccarat - Art Deco Glasses Quiberon Engraved Crystal - 36 Pieces
By Cristalleries De Baccarat, Baccarat
Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR
Set of 36 Art Deco glasses "Quiberon" made in engraved crystal by Baccarat. Stamped signature under each glass. Set for 12 people including: - 12 water glasses - 9.5 cm high - 12 re...
Crystal
Sold
H 7.09 in Dm 3.15 in
Set Of Six Baccarat Crystal "Oenologie" Bourgogne Tasting Glasses, France, 2018
By Cristalleries De Baccarat, Baccarat
Located in Cagliari, IT
The Bourgogne Oenologie tasting glass has a classical aesthetic and purposeful design. The bowl’s shape opens the aromatic depth of the wine’s bouquet maximizing its flavorful balan...
Crystal
Baccarat - Set of Glasses Caracas Colored Crystal
By Cristalleries De Baccarat, Baccarat
Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR
Set of Glasses "Caracas" made in colored crystal by baccarat. All glasses are signed. All pieces are in perfect condition. Set of of 8 glasses of 2...
Crystal
Baccarat - Set Of Tableware Nancy Clear Crystal - 36 Tumblers
By Cristalleries De Baccarat, Baccarat
Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR
Set of Tableware "Nancy" made in clear crystal by Baccarat. All tumblers are signed. Perfect condition. Set of 36 pieces including: - 11 tumblers of 11 cm high - 14 tumbler...
Crystal
Baccarat, Set of Glasses Charmes Clear Crystal, 36 Pieces
By Cristalleries De Baccarat, Baccarat
Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR
Set of glasses "Charmes" made in clear crystal by Baccarat in the 1920s. Stamped signature under each glass. Set of 37 pieces including: - 12 water glasses...
Crystal
1950 Baccarat, Set of Glasses Auvergne Engraved Crystal, 36 Pieces
By Cristalleries De Baccarat, Baccarat
Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR
Set of glasses "Auvergne" made in engraved crystal by Baccarat and created in the 1950s. Stamped signature under each glass. Set of 36 glasses including: - 12 champagne flutes - 12 water glasses - 12 wine glasses...
Crystal
Baccarat, Set Of Alhambra Engraved Clear Crystal Glasses, 42 Pieces
By Cristalleries De Baccarat, Baccarat
Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR
Set of glasses "Alhambra"made engraved clear crystal engraved by Baccarat. Service of 42 pieces including - 10 champagne glasses 6.5 cm high - 10 water glasses 10.5 cm high - 1...
Crystal
Baccarat, Tumblers Glasses Set Swans Crystal, 32 Pieces
By Baccarat, Cristalleries De Baccarat
Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR
Tumblers glasses "Swans" made in clear engraved crystal by Baccarat. All glasses are in perfect condition. Service of 32 pieces including: - 9 gob...
Crystal
Sold
H 0.04 in Dm 0.04 in
Baccarat, Set of Elisabeth Millefiori Glasses Green Engraved Crystal 18 Pieces
By Cristalleries De Baccarat, Baccarat
Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR
Set of “Elisabeth Millefiori” glasses made in green engraved crystal by Baccarat. Each piece is signed with the “Baccarat” stamp. All pieces are in perfect condition. Service ...
Crystal
1920 Baccarat 35 Pieces Engraved Crystal Rohan 33 Glasses 2 Decanters
By Cristalleries De Baccarat, Baccarat
Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR
Set of glasses "Rohan" in clear engraved crystal by Baccarat created in 1920s. Acid stamped BACCARAT signature. Set of 33 pieces including: 11 water glasses - height 11,2 cm 1...
Crystal
1930 Baccarat 24 Pieces Nancy Crystal Gobelets Glasses
By Baccarat, Cristalleries De Baccarat
Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR
Set of 24 gobelets glasses "Nancy" made in clear crystal by Baccarat created in 1930s. All pieces are in perfect condition and signed with Baccarat stamp. Set including : - ...
Crystal
Baccarat 38 Pieces Crystal Talleyrand 36 Glasses 1 Decanter 1 Picher
By Baccarat, Cristalleries De Baccarat
Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR
Set of glasses "Talleyrand" in clear crystal by Baccarat. Acid stamped BACCARAT signature. Set of 38 pieces including: 12 champagne glasses 12 water glasses 12 wine wine gl...
Crystal