Val Saint Lambert Desk Accessories
Belgian
For almost 200 years, Val Saint Lambert of Seraing, Belgium, has produced some of the most elegant and prestigious works of crystal and glass. Holding the distinction of being the world’s only Belgian glassworks, Val Saint Lambert creates exquisite items including ashtrays, serveware, vases and sculptures.
Founded by chemist François Kemlin and engineer Auguste Lelièvre, the company opened its first glassworks in 1826. Its quality manufacturing of heavy-lead crystal and the expert craftsmanship of its wares quickly led to the company’s popularity.
In 1894, Val Saint Lambert exhibited its geometric-cut crystal at the World’s Fair in Antwerp, Belgium. The central piece was “le Vase des Neuf Provinces,” or “The Vase of the Nine Provinces.” Under the direction of French glassmaker Léon Ledru, it took 30 artisans over 2,000 hours to fashion it from 85 individually crafted pieces. The exposure led to Val Saint Lambert becoming the primary crystal used by the Tsars of Russia and the company’s pieces being sold internationally.
That same year, the company crafted two immense crystal chandeliers for the Maharaja of Gwalior to hang in his palace in India. Weighing almost five tons each and measuring over 42 feet high, they were the largest crystal chandeliers in the world at the time.
The company closed its doors for the duration of World War I but soon reopened. By 1926, it had over 5,000 employees and had a growing demand for its pieces made in the Art Deco style.
During World War II, bombing from German and Allied forces destroyed the main glassworks facility. The company rebuilt, but by 1950, crystal was becoming more of a household item and less of a luxury good.
In the subsequent decades, Val Saint Lambert collaborated with notable names to expand its offerings with sophisticated furniture, including work with Philippe Starck and Frans Van Praet. In 1992, Van Praet designed the famed Sevilla chair for Val Saint Lambert, a piece highly prized by collectors and designers.
In 2014, Belgian manufacturer Jacques Somville took over Val Saint Lambert. In 2018, Belgian entrepreneur George Arthur Forrest acquired the majority of the company. Val Saint Lambert continues to make some of the finest glass and crystal wares in the world.
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Creator: Val Saint Lambert
Val Saint Lambert Dog Bone Sculpture Crystal Glass Paperweight, Belgium
By Val Saint Lambert
Located in San Juan Capistrano, CA
This is a stunning Val Saint Lambert Dog Bone Sculpture Crystal Glass Paperweight. It has the maker's mark on the side of the glass. Val Saint Lambert is one of the leading crystal m...
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Crystal
Crystal Pink Ashtray for Val Saint Lambert, Paper Weight Signed
By Guido Bon, Val Saint Lambert
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Free-blown pink and clear crystal ashtray by Val Saint Lambert.
Could be used as a vide poche or decorative desk accessories.
Hand blown beautif...
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Mid-20th Century Belgian Modern Val Saint Lambert Desk Accessories
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Crystal Stylized Penguin Sculpture by Val St. Lambert Crystal Factory
By Val Saint Lambert
Located in San Diego, CA
Petite faceted clear glass penguin produced exclusively for Danbury Mint by Val St. Lambert crystal factory. The set is in excellent condition and have a ...
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20th Century Belgian Val Saint Lambert Desk Accessories
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Cut Glass
$180 Sale Price / item
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Val Saint Lambert France Engraved Glass Disc Pisces Paperweight
By Val Saint Lambert
Located in New York, NY
Dreamy engraved round glass disc Pisces paperweight by Val Saint Lambert, France, circa 1970s. Signed with engraved signature on disc edge,
as pictured.
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Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Val Saint Lambert Desk Accessories
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Art Glass
Stich Leather Pencil Holder Krystal Tray 1950s France
By Val Saint Lambert
Located in Den Haag, NL
Very nice black Stich leather pen holder, comes with a Krystal Glass inlay
signed '' Val Saint Lambert '' attributed to Hermes or Jacques Adnet.
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1950s French Mid-Century Modern Vintage Val Saint Lambert Desk Accessories
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Leather
Small Crystal Whale Sculpture / Paperweight by Val St. Lambert for Danbury Mint
By Val Saint Lambert
Located in San Diego, CA
Small crystal whale sculpture / paperweight by Val St. Lambert for Danbury Mint, circa 1990s. The piece is in very good condition with no chips or cracks ...
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Late 20th Century Belgian Val Saint Lambert Desk Accessories
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Crystal
$140 Sale Price
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Pair of Crystal Stylized Penguin Sculptures by Val St. Lambert
By Val Saint Lambert
Located in San Diego, CA
A pair of petite faceted clear crystal penguin sculptures by Val St. Lambert exclusively for the Danbury Mint, circa 1980s. The pair are in excellent cond...
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Late 20th Century Belgian Mid-Century Modern Val Saint Lambert Desk Accessories
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Crystal
$240 Sale Price / item
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Val Saint Lambert desk accessories for sale on 1stDibs.
Val Saint Lambert desk accessories 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 Val Saint Lambert desk accessories, although gray editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original desk accessories by Val Saint Lambert were created in the mid-century modern style in europe during the 20th century. Prices for Val Saint Lambert desk accessories can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $175 and can go as high as $650, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $300.
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- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 27, 2025Val Saint Lambert crystal is made in Belgium. For almost 200 years, the maker has produced some of the most elegant and prestigious works of crystal and glass in its workshop in Seraing, near Liège. Holding the distinction of being the world’s only Belgian glassworks, Val Saint Lambert creates exquisite items, including ashtrays, serveware, vases and sculptures. Shop a variety of Val Saint Lambert crystal on 1stDibs.
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