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Daum Figurative 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
Pedro Ramirez Vasquez for Daum Crystal Athena Cubist Torso Female Sculpture
Pedro Ramirez Vasquez for Daum Crystal Athena Cubist Torso Female Sculpture

Pedro Ramirez Vasquez for Daum Crystal Athena Cubist Torso Female Sculpture

By Daum

Located in Atlanta, GA

This is a spectacular Daum Nancy France crystal Athena art glass paperweight or sculpture designed by the Mexican architect and statesman Pedro Ramirez Vazquez (1919 - 2013). The stu...

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1970s French Modern Vintage Daum Figurative Sculptures

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Crystal

Large Crystal Sailboat Sculpture by Daum, France
Large Crystal Sailboat Sculpture by Daum, France

Large Crystal Sailboat Sculpture by Daum, France

By Daum

Located in San Diego, CA

Large crystal sailboat sculpture by Daum, France, circa 1970s. The piece is invery good vintage condition with no chips or cracks and measures 8"W x 4.5"D x 16.5"H. The sculpture is...

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Late 20th Century French Hollywood Regency Daum Figurative Sculptures

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Crystal

20th Century Abstract Pate de Verre "La Brise" by Louis Laubignat for Daum
20th Century Abstract Pate de Verre "La Brise" by Louis Laubignat for Daum

20th Century Abstract Pate de Verre "La Brise" by Louis Laubignat for Daum

By Daum

Located in London, GB

An impressive mid 20th Century French pâte-de verre limited edition glass study designed by Louis Laubignat and produced by Daum. The figure of a seated lady with her legs crossed wi...

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Late 20th Century French Art Deco Daum Figurative Sculptures

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Glass

Daum Art Glass Butterfly Crystal Ball Decorative Object, France
Daum Art Glass Butterfly Crystal Ball Decorative Object, France

Daum Art Glass Butterfly Crystal Ball Decorative Object, France

By Daum

Located in Rijssen, NL

Luxury at its finest, high-end glass ball with a butterfly and clock by Daum, France. A delicate crystal clock encased in a smooth, oval glass form, adorned with a softly tinted but...

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1970s French Art Nouveau Vintage Daum Figurative Sculptures

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Art Glass

Daum Pate de Verre Sage Taoiste Sculpture, France
Daum Pate de Verre Sage Taoiste Sculpture, France

Daum Pate de Verre Sage Taoiste Sculpture, France

By Daum

Located in Rijssen, NL

Luxury at its finest, high-end glass sculpture by Daum, France. The sculpture in the image is a “Taoist Sage” created by Daum Frères in the late 20th century, most likely between 19...

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1970s French Art Nouveau Vintage Daum Figurative Sculptures

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Art Glass

Daum Art Glass Blue Dague Decorative Object, France
Daum Art Glass Blue Dague Decorative Object, France

Daum Art Glass Blue Dague Decorative Object, France

By Daum

Located in Rijssen, NL

Luxury at its finest, high-end art glass blue dague by Daum, France. A beautiful blue dague with gold accents. On top of the dague are two people sitting with their backs against ea...

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1970s French Art Nouveau Vintage Daum Figurative Sculptures

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Art Glass

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 Figurative Sculptures

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Art Glass

Daum Art Glass Dragon Crystal Ball Decorative Object, France
Daum Art Glass Dragon Crystal Ball Decorative Object, France

Daum Art Glass Dragon Crystal Ball Decorative Object, France

By Daum

Located in Rijssen, NL

Luxury at its finest, high-end glass ball with a dragon by Daum, France. A delicate crystal ball with a dragon on top of it - made out of art glass. Founded in 1878 in Nancy, Franc...

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1970s French Art Nouveau Vintage Daum Figurative Sculptures

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Art Glass

Marie-Paule Deville-Chabrolle for Daum Athena Limited Edition Crystal Sculpture
Marie-Paule Deville-Chabrolle for Daum Athena Limited Edition Crystal Sculpture

Marie-Paule Deville-Chabrolle for Daum Athena Limited Edition Crystal Sculpture

By Daum, Marie-Paule Deville-Chabrolle

Located in Cincinnati, OH

This pâte de verre crystal sculpture was designed by French sculptor Marie-Paule Deville-Chabrolle (b. 1952) and hand made by Daum in Nancy, France. The ...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Daum Figurative Sculptures

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Glass

Daum France Crystal Cat Paperweight or Decorative Sculpture
Daum France Crystal Cat Paperweight or Decorative Sculpture

Daum France Crystal Cat Paperweight or Decorative Sculpture

By Daum

Located in Catania, IT

Daum, France, created this adorable crystal cat figurine paperweight or ornamental sculpture by hand in the late 1960s. The sculpture features a lovely cat with dimensional carving. ...

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1960s French Modern Vintage Daum Figurative Sculptures

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Crystal

Daum Motherhood Blue Crystal Sculpture, France
Daum Motherhood Blue Crystal Sculpture, France

Daum Motherhood Blue Crystal Sculpture, 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 mother holding her baby. This blue crystal sculpture is called 'Motherho...

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1970s French Modern Vintage Daum Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Art Glass

Daum Art Glass Angel Sculpture Myth, Red Brown, France 1970
Daum Art Glass Angel Sculpture Myth, Red Brown, France 1970

Daum Art Glass Angel Sculpture Myth, Red Brown, France 1970

By Daum

Located in Rijssen, NL

Luxury at its finest, high-end glass angel myth sculpture by Daum, France. The angel - made out of art glass - is sitting, with one knee raised. A beautiful sculpture. The  sculptur...

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1970s French Art Nouveau Vintage Daum Figurative Sculptures

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Art Glass

Daum Art Glass Angel Sculpture, France 1970
Daum Art Glass Angel Sculpture, France 1970

Daum Art Glass Angel Sculpture, France 1970

By Daum

Located in Rijssen, NL

Luxury at its finest, high-end glass angel sculpture by Daum, France. The angel - made out of art glass - is kneeling, with one arm raised and the other holding a golden chalice. A ...

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1970s French Modern Vintage Daum Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Art Glass

Daum Art Glass Shadow of the Couple Sculpture, France
Daum Art Glass Shadow of the Couple Sculpture, France

Daum Art Glass Shadow of the Couple Sculpture, 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 called "shadow of the couple". Founded in 1878 in Nancy, France, Daum has...

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1970s French Modern Vintage Daum Figurative Sculptures

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Art Glass

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

Daum France - Paperweight Decorative Flower Rose Passion Frosted Crystal

By Daum

Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR

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

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2010s European Daum Figurative Sculptures

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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 Figurative 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 Figurative 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 Figurative Sculptures

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Crystal

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 Figurative Sculptures

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Crystal

Extra Large Crystal Sailboat Sculpture by Daum, France
Extra Large Crystal Sailboat Sculpture by Daum, France

Extra Large Crystal Sailboat Sculpture by Daum, France

By Daum

Located in San Diego, CA

Extra large crystal sailboat sculpture by Daum, France, circa 1970s. The piece is in very good vintage condition with no chips or cracks and measures 9.5"W x 5.5"D x 20.5"H. The scu...

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Late 20th Century French Hollywood Regency Daum Figurative Sculptures

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Crystal

Rare masterpiece Salvador Dali Leibnitz Cross Daum Nancy, surrealism 1974 France
Rare masterpiece Salvador Dali Leibnitz Cross Daum Nancy, surrealism 1974 France

Rare masterpiece Salvador Dali Leibnitz Cross Daum Nancy, surrealism 1974 France

By Salvador Dalí­, Daum

Located in Wien, AT

This is an exceptionally rare and limited-edition glass sculpture by one of the most famous Spanish representatives of Surrealism, Salvador Dali. The figure was created by the equall...

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1970s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Daum Figurative Sculptures

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Art Glass

Large Daum Male and Female Pâte de verre Sculpture, Couturier, France
Large Daum Male and Female Pâte de verre Sculpture, Couturier, France

Large Daum Male and Female Pâte de verre Sculpture, Couturier, France

By Daum

Located in Rijssen, NL

Luxury at its finest, high-end glass sculpture by Daum, France. The sculpture shows two glass sculptures of a man and a woman, created using the pâte de verre technique by the Frenc...

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1970s French Modern Vintage Daum Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Art Glass

Daum Art Glass Brown Orange Buddha Sculpture, France
Daum Art Glass Brown Orange Buddha Sculpture, France

Daum Art Glass Brown Orange Buddha Sculpture, France

By Daum

Located in Rijssen, NL

Luxury at its finest, high-end glass orange brown dragon by Daum, France. This beautiful sculpture of an orange and brown buddha is made out of art glass. Founded in 1878 in Nancy,...

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1980s French Art Nouveau Vintage Daum Figurative Sculptures

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Art Glass

Daum, Pâte de Verre Dragon, Honey Brown, France, 1990
Daum, Pâte de Verre Dragon, Honey Brown, France, 1990

Daum, Pâte de Verre Dragon, Honey Brown, France, 1990

By Daum

Located in Rijssen, NL

Luxury at its finest, made by the World renowned French maker of ‘Daum’ of Nancy, France circa 1960-80. This item crystallizes the extraordinary know-how of the Daum craftsmen. Daum...

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1990s French Other Daum Figurative Sculptures

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Crystal

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 Figurative Sculptures

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Crystal

Faune by Jean-Pierre Demarchi Sculpture, Daum France
Faune by Jean-Pierre Demarchi Sculpture, Daum France

Faune by Jean-Pierre Demarchi Sculpture, Daum France

By Daum

Located in Rijssen, NL

Luxury at its finest, high-end glass sculpture by Jean-Pierre Demarchi, France. The sculpture - made out of art glass - is called 'Faune' in teal colors. A beautiful sculpture. Fou...

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1970s French Modern Vintage Daum Figurative Sculptures

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Art Glass

Daum Virgin And Child, France, 1970
Daum Virgin And Child, France, 1970

Daum Virgin And Child, France, 1970

By Daum

Located in Rijssen, NL

Luxury at its finest, superb crystal virgin with child with satin finish.  A collector’s item made by Daum in France between 1930 and 1950. This high-end piece is made and signed by ...

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Late 20th Century French Other Daum Figurative Sculptures

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Crystal

Daum Pâte de Verre Dragon, Honey Brown, France, 1990
Daum Pâte de Verre Dragon, Honey Brown, France, 1990

Daum Pâte de Verre Dragon, Honey Brown, France, 1990

By Daum

Located in Rijssen, NL

Luxury at its finest, made by the World renowned French maker of ‘Daum’ of Nancy, France circa 1960-80. This item crystallizes the extraordinary know-how of the Daum craftsmen. Limit...

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1990s French Other Daum Figurative 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 Figurative Sculptures

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Art Glass

Daum Pâte de Verre Set Dragons, Honey Brown Opalescent, France, 1990
Daum Pâte de Verre Set Dragons, Honey Brown Opalescent, France, 1990

Daum Pâte de Verre Set Dragons, Honey Brown Opalescent, France, 1990

By Daum

Located in Rijssen, NL

Luxury at its finest, made by the World renowned French maker of ‘Daum’ of Nancy, France circa 1960-80. Set of 3 crystal pieces of exceptional proportions, the set crystallizes the e...

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1990s French Other Daum Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Crystal

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 Figurative Sculptures

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Crystal

Late 20th Century "The Circuit" Crystal Art Glass Motorcycle Sculpture by, Daum
Late 20th Century "The Circuit" Crystal Art Glass Motorcycle Sculpture by, Daum

Late 20th Century "The Circuit" Crystal Art Glass Motorcycle Sculpture by, Daum

By Xavier Froissart, Daum

Located in Englewood, NJ

A Late 20th Century crystal "The Circuit" art glass moto racing sculpture paperweight by, Daum. and designed by, Xavier Froissart. The crystal glass sculpture depicts a moto racer with bent knee leaning into curve giving it a realistic ook and one that is in motion. circa 1987 Measurements: height: 3-1/2" x length: 5.5 in. Signature: Signed "DAUM France" Biography: Xavier Froissart was the designer of the Signature series of Daum's crystal car...

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Late 20th Century French Modern Daum Figurative 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 Figurative Sculptures

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Metal

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 Figurative Sculptures

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Art Glass

Daum figurative sculptures for sale on 1stDibs.

Daum figurative 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 figurative sculptures, although orange editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original figurative sculptures by Daum were created in the modern style in france during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider figurative sculptures by and Line Vautrin. Prices for Daum figurative sculptures can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $875 and can go as high as $12,000, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $2,288.
Questions About Daum Figurative Sculptures
  • 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.
  • 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.