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Daum Sculptures

For collectors, Daum is a name in the first rank of the French makers of art glass, along with those of Émile Gallé and René Lalique. Led in its early decades by the brothers Auguste (1853–1909) and Antonin Daum (1864–1931), the company, based in the city of Nancy, established its reputation in the Art Nouveau period, and later successfully adopted the Art Deco style.

In 1878, lawyer Jean Daum took over the ownership of a glassworks as payment for a debt and installed his sons as proprietors. Initially, Daum made glass for everyday purposes such as windows, watches and tableware, but the success that Gallé enjoyed at the 1889 Universal Exposition in Paris — the international showcase for which the Eiffel Tower was built — inspired the Daum brothers to begin making art-glass pieces. They produced popular works of cameo glass, a decorative technique in which an outer layer of glass is acid-etched or carved off to reveal the layer below, but Daum became best known for vessels and sculptures in pâte de verre — a painstaking method in which finely ground colored glass is mixed with a binder, placed in a mold and then fired in a kiln. 

Though early Daum glass was never signed by individual artists, the firm employed some of the masters of the naturalistic, asymmetrical Art Nouveau style, including Jacques Grüber, Henri Bergé and Amalric Walter (whose first name is frequently misspelled). Daum also collaborated with furniture and metalware designer Louis Majorelle, who created wrought-iron and brass mounts for vases and table lamps. In the 1960s, Daum commissioned fine artists, most notably Salvador Dalí and sculptor César Baldaccini, to design glass pieces. As you see from the works offered on 1stDibs, Daum has been home to an astonishingly rich roster of creative spirits and is today a state-owned enterprise making pâte de verre figurines. 

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Creator: Daum
DAUM France crystal sculpture. Penguin. France, 1990s
DAUM France crystal sculpture. Penguin. France, 1990s

DAUM France crystal sculpture. Penguin. France, 1990s

By Daum

Located in Torino, IT

Crystal sculpture DAUM France Penguin. ORIGIN France PERIOD 1990s MARK DAUM France The Daum France glassworks is a historic French manufacture of artistic crystal, founded in Nanc...

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1990s French Daum Sculptures

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Crystal

Stylized Crystal Squirrel Sculpture by Daum, France
Stylized Crystal Squirrel Sculpture by Daum, France

Stylized Crystal Squirrel Sculpture by Daum, France

By Daum

Located in San Diego, CA

Stylized crystal squirrel sculpture by Daum France, circa 1990s. The etched signature on the base reads "Daum France"; the sculpture is in very good...

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Late 20th Century French Hollywood Regency Daum Sculptures

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Crystal

Stylized Crystal Penguin Sculpture by Daum, France
Stylized Crystal Penguin Sculpture by Daum, France

Stylized Crystal Penguin Sculpture by Daum, France

By Daum

Located in San Diego, CA

Stylized crystal penguin sculpture by Daum France, circa 1980s. The etched signature reads "Daum France" and the sculpture is in very good condition with no chips or scratches. The p...

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Late 20th Century French Hollywood Regency Daum Sculptures

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Crystal

Vintage Sailboat Crystal Sculpture by Daum, France
Vintage Sailboat Crystal Sculpture by Daum, France

Vintage Sailboat Crystal Sculpture by Daum, France

By Daum

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vintage crystal sculpture of an abstract sailboat by Daum, France c. 1970's. The piece is in great condition with no chips or cracks. Signed "Daum, France" on the base. Dimensions: 2...

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1970s French Vintage Daum Sculptures

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Crystal

Daum France - Paperweight Decorative Flower Rose Passion Orange & Green Crystal
Daum France - Paperweight Decorative Flower Rose Passion Orange & Green Crystal

Daum France - Paperweight Decorative Flower Rose Passion Orange & Green Crystal

By Daum

Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR

Paperweight "Decorative Flower - Rose Passion" made in gradient orange and green crystal by Daum France. Engraved signature. Perfect condition. Dimensions: 11 cm x 11 cm.

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2010s European Daum Sculptures

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Crystal

Daum France Crystal Canada Goose Glass Sculpture on Stone
Daum France Crystal Canada Goose Glass Sculpture on Stone

Daum France Crystal Canada Goose Glass Sculpture on Stone

By Daum

Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA

Daum France Signed Art Glass Crystal Sculpture of a Canada Goose In Flight—no chips, cracks, or repairs.

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Mid-20th Century Mid-Century Modern Daum Sculptures

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Stone, Crystal

Clear Crystal Art Glass Sitting Elephant Sculpture by Daum of France
Clear Crystal Art Glass Sitting Elephant Sculpture by Daum of France

Clear Crystal Art Glass Sitting Elephant Sculpture by Daum of France

By Daum

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful clear crystal art glass sitting elephant sculpture by Daum of France, circa 1980s. The piece is in very good vintage condition with no chips or cracks and measures 7"W x 5"...

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Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Daum Sculptures

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Crystal

Clear Crystal Art Glass Dolphin Sculpture by Daum of France
Clear Crystal Art Glass Dolphin Sculpture by Daum of France

Clear Crystal Art Glass Dolphin Sculpture by Daum of France

By Daum

Located in San Diego, CA

Beautiful clear crystal art glass dolphin sculpture by Daum of France, circa 1980s. The piece is in very good vintage condition with no chips or crac...

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Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Daum Sculptures

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Crystal

Daum, France Clear Crystal Large Angelfish Sculpture with Base
Daum, France Clear Crystal Large Angelfish Sculpture with Base

Daum, France Clear Crystal Large Angelfish Sculpture with Base

By Daum

Located in Guaynabo, PR

This is a Daum clear crystal angelfish sculpture. It depicts a large clear crystal angelfish figure over a clear crystal dome shaped base. The Daum...

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Mid-20th Century French Modern Daum Sculptures

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Crystal

DAUM France crystal sculpture. Shell. France, 1990s
DAUM France crystal sculpture. Shell. France, 1990s

DAUM France crystal sculpture. Shell. France, 1990s

By Daum

Located in Torino, IT

Crystal sculpture DAUM France Shell. ORIGIN France PERIOD 1990s MARK DAUM France The Daum France glassworks is a historic French manufacture of artistic crystal, founded in Nancy ...

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1990s French Daum Sculptures

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Crystal

Daum France - Paperweight Decorative Flower Rose Passion Pink Crystal
Daum France - Paperweight Decorative Flower Rose Passion Pink Crystal

Daum France - Paperweight Decorative Flower Rose Passion Pink Crystal

By Daum

Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR

Paperweight "Decorative Flower - Rose Passion" made in pink crystal by Daum France. Engraved signature. Perfect condition. Dimensions: 11 cm x 11 cm.

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2010s European Daum Sculptures

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Crystal

Set of 2 Daum Horse Head Clear Crystal Glass Sculpture, France
Set of 2 Daum Horse Head Clear Crystal Glass Sculpture, France

Set of 2 Daum Horse Head Clear Crystal Glass Sculpture, France

By Daum

Located in Rijssen, NL

Luxury at its finest, high-end glass sculpture by Daum, France. The sculptures are two heads of horses. The horses, made from clear crystal, have clean lines and show the real craft...

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1880s French Mid-Century Modern Antique Daum Sculptures

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Crystal

Beautiful Daum Heavy Glass Sailboat Sculpture
Beautiful Daum Heavy Glass Sailboat Sculpture

Beautiful Daum Heavy Glass Sailboat Sculpture

By Daum

Located in Hopewell, NJ

Beautiful Daum art glass abstract sculpture of a sailing vessel having gorgeous lines and luminosity. Daum name is inscribed on bottom. (Praben)

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2010s American Modern Daum Sculptures

Materials

Art Glass

Daum France - Paperweight Decorative Flower Rose Passion Black Crystal
Daum France - Paperweight Decorative Flower Rose Passion Black Crystal

Daum France - Paperweight Decorative Flower Rose Passion Black Crystal

By Daum

Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR

Paperweight "Decorative Flower - Rose Passion" made in black crystal by Daum France. Engraved signature. Perfect condition. Dimensions: 11 cm x 11 cm.

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2010s European Daum Sculptures

Materials

Crystal

Contemporary Blue Glass Sculpture of a "Knight Chess Piece" by Daum
Contemporary Blue Glass Sculpture of a "Knight Chess Piece" by Daum

Contemporary Blue Glass Sculpture of a "Knight Chess Piece" by Daum

By Daum

Located in London, GB

This striking modern pâte de verre limited edition glass sculpture by Daum, titled Cavalcade and representing the Knight on a chess board, presents a powerful horse’s head rising wit...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Daum Sculptures

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Glass

Contemporary Amber Glass Sculpture of a "Knight Chess Piece" by Daum
Contemporary Amber Glass Sculpture of a "Knight Chess Piece" by Daum

Contemporary Amber Glass Sculpture of a "Knight Chess Piece" by Daum

By Daum

Located in London, GB

This striking modern pâte de verre limited edition glass sculpture by Daum, titled Cavalcade and representing the Knight on a chess board, presents a powerful horse’s head rising wit...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Daum Sculptures

Materials

Glass

1980s French Crystal Large Bison Figurine by Daum
1980s French Crystal Large Bison Figurine by Daum

1980s French Crystal Large Bison Figurine by Daum

By Daum

Located in North Miami, FL

1980s French crystal large Bison figurine by Daum. "Bison" The Daum Bison or Buffalo is an impressively sized piece of solid crystal. It is very realist...

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20th Century Daum Sculptures

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Crystal

"Serpent Vide Poche" by Daum Glass
"Serpent Vide Poche" by Daum Glass

"Serpent Vide Poche" by Daum Glass

By Daum

Located in London, GB

Entrancing mid 20th Century French pate-de-verre vide-poche decorated with variegated colours of greens and browns with a raised figure of a snake exhibiting fine translucent colour ...

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20th Century French Art Nouveau Daum Sculptures

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Glass

Christian Poincignon for Daum, "Caduceus" Sculpture, Limited Edition
Christian Poincignon for Daum, "Caduceus" Sculpture, Limited Edition

Christian Poincignon for Daum, "Caduceus" Sculpture, Limited Edition

By Daum

Located in PARIS, FR

Beautiful "Caduceus" sculpture by Christian Poincignon for the Daum Manufacture. Limited edition piece, this one numbered 682 / 2000 and signed by the manufacture. Decorations of a ...

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1990s French Modern Daum Sculptures

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Crystal

Signed Daum Tall Clear Crystal Giraffe Animal Sculpture Figure, France
Signed Daum Tall Clear Crystal Giraffe Animal Sculpture Figure, France

Signed Daum Tall Clear Crystal Giraffe Animal Sculpture Figure, France

By Daum

Located in St. Louis, MO

Stylized large crystal Giraffe sculpture by Daum France. Signed with an etched signature "Daum ". The sculpture is in very nice condition with no chips or scratches. Measures: 16.5".

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20th Century French Hollywood Regency Daum Sculptures

Materials

Crystal

Richard Texier for Daum, "Taurus Constellation" Glass Sculpture, France 2000s
Richard Texier for Daum, "Taurus Constellation" Glass Sculpture, France 2000s

Richard Texier for Daum, "Taurus Constellation" Glass Sculpture, France 2000s

By Daum

Located in PARIS, FR

Superb glass paste sculpture "Taurus Constellation" designed by Richard Texier for the Daum manufacture. Poetic representation of a bull that takes its cues from a mix of astrology a...

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Early 2000s French Modern Daum Sculptures

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Art Glass

Vintage French Nancy Pate De Verre for Daum Glass Maiden
Vintage French Nancy Pate De Verre for Daum Glass Maiden

Vintage French Nancy Pate De Verre for Daum Glass Maiden

By Daum

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This exquisite vintage pâte de verre figurine represents the pinnacle of French glass artistry, reflecting the prestigious artisanal standards of Daum. Crafted using the complex "pas...

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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Daum Sculptures

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Crystal

Daum "Athena" Female Form by Pedro Ramirez Vasquez
Daum "Athena" Female Form by Pedro Ramirez Vasquez

Daum "Athena" Female Form by Pedro Ramirez Vasquez

By Daum, Pedro Ramirez Vazquez

Located in Miami, FL

This Daum “Athena” paperweight by Pedro Ramírez Vázquez embodies the refined intersection of architecture, symbolism, and master crystal craftsmanship. True to Daum’s heritage, the ...

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1970s French Modern Vintage Daum Sculptures

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Crystal

Jianhua Liu for Daum, "Souvenir d'Amour" Figurative Sculpture, Contemporary Art
Jianhua Liu for Daum, "Souvenir d'Amour" Figurative Sculpture, Contemporary Art

Jianhua Liu for Daum, "Souvenir d'Amour" Figurative Sculpture, Contemporary Art

By Daum

Located in PARIS, FR

Superb sculpture by Jianhua Liu for the French Daum manufacture titled "Souvenir d'Amour" (Memory of Love). Representation of a woman with its upper body missing laying on a metal plate. The glass sculpture is fused to the plate. Signed by the manufacture and artist and numbered 007/125. Comes with a plaque with the name of the manufacture, artist, sculpture and edition number. The original box is also present but has significant wear. Sculpture in very good condition, slight use to the metal plate. Dimensions in cm ( H x D ) and ( H x L x l ) : - Ensemble : 10 x 45 - Glass Paste Sculpture : 9 x 38 x 18 Secure shipping. Liu Jianhua...

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Early 2000s French Modern Daum Sculptures

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Metal

Beautiful Extra Large Deluxe Signed Daum Glass Crystal Dolphin Sculpture
Beautiful Extra Large Deluxe Signed Daum Glass Crystal Dolphin Sculpture

Beautiful Extra Large Deluxe Signed Daum Glass Crystal Dolphin Sculpture

By Daum

Located in New York, NY

The Following Item we are offering is an Estate Large Daum Dolphin Glass Sculpture. Signed Daum at base of Tail. Taken out of a Several Million Dollar Up...

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20th Century American Daum Sculptures

Materials

Crystal

Daum France - Paperweight Decorative Flower Rose Passion Blue & Pink Crystal
Daum France - Paperweight Decorative Flower Rose Passion Blue & Pink Crystal

Daum France - Paperweight Decorative Flower Rose Passion Blue & Pink Crystal

By Daum

Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR

Paperweight "Decorative Flower - Rose Passion" made in gradient pink and blue crystal by Daum France. Engraved signature. Perfect condition. Dimensions: 11 cm x 11 cm.

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2010s European Daum Sculptures

Materials

Crystal

Daum France - Crystal Bison/Bull
Daum France - Crystal Bison/Bull

Daum France - Crystal Bison/Bull

By Daum

Located in Beaune, FR

Superb crystal bison signed on the back leg "Daum France" and still has its original label. It was acquired at a Daum exhibition in Monaco in 1963. A very beautiful piece, large and ...

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20th Century French Daum Sculptures

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Crystal

Daum Art Glass Golf Player Green and Clear Glass, France
Daum Art Glass Golf Player Green and Clear Glass, France

Daum Art Glass Golf Player Green and Clear Glass, France

By Daum

Located in Rijssen, NL

Luxury at its finest, high-end glass sculpture by Daum, France. The sculpture - made out of art glass - is a golf player. The sculpture is made of art glass, with green accents. Fo...

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1970s French Art Nouveau Vintage Daum Sculptures

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Art Glass

'People Belong to Elephant' by Chen Changwei for Daum, 21/88
'People Belong to Elephant' by Chen Changwei for Daum, 21/88

'People Belong to Elephant' by Chen Changwei for Daum, 21/88

By Daum

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Oversized Limited Edition Amber Surrealist Bust titled 'People Belong to Elephant' by Chen Changwei for Daum, 21/88. Artist Chen Changwei breaks with tradition, reinventing the Chine...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Daum Sculptures

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Glass

Dominique VIAL 'XX-XXI' Daum Crystal 'Reflect' Daum Crystal
Dominique VIAL 'XX-XXI' Daum Crystal 'Reflect' Daum Crystal

Dominique VIAL 'XX-XXI' Daum Crystal 'Reflect' Daum Crystal

By Daum

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Dominique VIAL (XX-XXI) Daum crystal 'Reflect' Daum crystal signed Daum FRANCE VIAL and numbered 6/388 Measures: Width 14.5 in. (36.2 cm.)  Catalogue note: Daum is a crystal studio based in Nancy, France, founded in 1878 by Jean Daum (1825-1885). His sons, Auguste Daum (1853-1909) and Antonin...

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Early 1900s Antique Daum Sculptures

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Art Glass

Daum sculptures for sale on 1stDibs.

Daum sculptures are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of stone and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Daum sculptures, although gray editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original sculptures by Daum were created in the mid-century modern style in france during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider sculptures by Dominique Pouchain, Line Vautrin, and Claude Victor Boeltz. Prices for Daum sculptures can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $445 and can go as high as $4,161, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $1,600.
Questions About Daum Sculptures
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 6, 2024
    To identify Daum crystal, look for the maker's mark, usually found at the bottom of the piece. Most crystal ware produced by the luxury maker will feature the brand's logo or a hand-applied artist's signature. You can compare the markings on your piece with images featured on trusted online resources to learn more about them. Alternatively, you can consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer for assistance with identification. On 1stDibs, explore a selection of Daum crystal.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, all Daum vases are signed. Authentic Daum glass work will have the signature “Daum Nancy” and incorporate the cross of Lorraine. Looking for a signature is one of the best ways to ensure authenticity. Browse a range of authentic Daum vases and other glassware on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 15, 2024
    Yes, Daum crystal is typically marked. The French maker usually adds the word "Daum Nancy" and its logo, a double cross called the Cross of Lorraine, to its pieces. You can locate the mark in a discreet area, such as on the bottom of stemware and decorative objects. Find a selection of Daum Nancy crystal wares on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Yes, Daum glass is normally signed. The location of the company's mark varies, but it usually says "Daum Nancy" above, below or beside the cross of Lorraine, a cross with two crossbars. Find a variety of Daum glass on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    How Daum glass is made involves a process unique to the manufacturer, called pâte de verre. It involves filling a refractory mold with finely crushed glass and then baking the piece in a kiln. Shop a collection of Daum glassware on 1stDibs.