Lalique Opalescent Vase
About the Item
- Creator:Lalique (Artist)
- Dimensions:Height: 9.45 in (24.01 cm)Diameter: 5.5 in (13.97 cm)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1924
- Condition:
- Seller Location:New York, NY
- Reference Number:
Lalique
Lalique is a beacon of French opulence in glassmaking and decorative arts, an enduring brand with a history spanning over 130 years and at least three movements in art and design: Art Nouveau, Art Deco and modernism. The firm’s founder, René Lalique, is a celebrated figure in Art Nouveau jewelry, which drew on feminine forms and natural-world themes. Under his masterful leadership, Lalique came to be known for its gorgeous vases, sculptures and glass and crystal serveware.
Rene Laliqué was born in 1860 in Aÿ-en-Champagne, France. As a young man, he apprenticed under Parisian Art Nouveau jeweler Louis Aucoc and studied at L'École nationale supérieure des Arts Décoratifs. Lalique's skill and esteem broadened, and he created jewelry for renowned houses like Cartier and Boucheron. He took over a workshop in Paris in 1885 and opened his own business soon afterward. Not one to follow trends, Lalique gained popularity for his innovative accessories, which merged glass, enamel and ivory — materials that were uncommon in jewelry-making — with semi-precious stones and metals. Lalique’s work gained greater prominence at the 1900 Paris Exhibition, which served as a showcase for his extraordinary designs.
In 1907, Lalique began a revolutionary partnership with French perfumer François Coty. He designed a line of molded glass perfume bottles with frosted surfaces and patterned reliefs. Lalique opened his eponymous glassworks in Combs-La-Ville, Paris, in 1909. His attractive bottles and other pieces were shown at the International Exhibition of Modern Decorative and Industrial Arts in 1925 — the event that brought Art Deco to worldwide attention — catapulting Lalique to new levels of fame. Shortly afterward, in 1927, he created one of his most iconic pieces: the Bacchantes vase. A marvel of glassmaking that convincingly depicted movement, the vase displays his technical skills and artistry.
Lalique began receiving high-profile commissions — in 1929, he decorated the luxurious Côte d’Azur Pullman Express carriages, and in 1935, he designed lighting for the Grand Salon and dining room on the ocean liner SS Normandie.
Lalique died in 1945, and the reins at the company were passed to his son, Marc Lalique. The firm continued to produce its signature glass pieces as well as crystal vases, decor and serveware. Marc's daughter, Marie-Claude Lalique, became CEO in 1977. She renewed the traditional jewelry and fragrance side of the business. In 2008, Lalique was acquired by Art & Fragrance, now known as Lalique Group. It remains a well-regarded lifestyle brand underpinned by a rich history in glassmaking.
On 1stDibs, find vintage Lalique decorative objects, lighting, tables and more.
- ShippingRetrieving quote...Ships From: New York, NY
- Return PolicyA return for this item may be initiated within 3 days of delivery.
- Ceramic VaseLocated in New York, NYCeramic Model of a Warwick Vase Ceramic Model of a Warwick Vase. After Clodion. With egg and dart rim, the vessel cast in relief with cherub heads and entwined branch-form handl...Category
Antique 19th Century Urns
MaterialsCeramic
- Japanese Cloisonné VaseLocated in New York, NYJapanese cloisonné akasuke (pigeon blood) style vase decorated with roses and ginbari foil basse-taile bamboo designs and patterning and silver trim.Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Vases
MaterialsEnamel
- Murano Glass VaseLocated in New York, NYHand blown Murano glass with a scavo surface, veined to mimic marble.Category
20th Century Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases
MaterialsBlown Glass
- Japanese Cloisonné VaseLocated in New York, NYJapanese cloisonné akasuke (pigeon blood) style vase decorated with roses and ginbari foil basse-taile bamboo designs and patterning and silver trim.Category
Early 20th Century Japanese Vases
MaterialsEnamel
- Japanese Cloisonné VaseLocated in New York, NYJapanese cloisonné vase with a green background decorated with roses and ginbari foil basse-taile bamboo designs and patterning and silver trim.Category
Vintage 1920s Vases
MaterialsGlass
- Blue Ceramic Vase by Shizue ImaiLocated in New York, NYGlazed ceramic stoneware signed.Category
21st Century and Contemporary Vases
MaterialsCeramic, Stoneware
- Lalique Crystal Orchidee Vase Orchid Opalescent ClearBy LaliqueLocated in Countryside, ILLalique Crystal Orchidee Vase Orchid Opalescent/Clear This vase measures: 9 wide x 7.5 deep x 6.25 inches high We take our photos in a controlled lighting studio to show as much d...Category
Early 2000s French Modern Vases
MaterialsCrystal
- Lalique "Clematites" Polished Clear & Opalescent Crystal Vase France RareBy LaliqueLocated in Cathedral City, CAOffering this rare, signed Lalique "Clematites" vase featuring two stylized purple opalescent floral design handles flanking a crystal clear body. This vase is made from polished and...Category
1990s French Art Nouveau Vases
MaterialsCrystal
- Lalique Saint Francois Opalescent VaseBy René LaliqueLocated in San Mateo, CASaint Francois opalescent vase designed by René Lalique, circa 1930. This example dates to circa 1945 just before production ended for this design. Th...Category
Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Vases
MaterialsGlass
- Art Deco Ronce Vase by R.Lalique in Opalescent GlassBy LaliqueLocated in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FRIt soon became evident to R.Lalique that white glass had to be embellished by patina, color or enamel if he wanted to make his company incomparable with his rivals who were Sabino, Verlys, Daum, Etling , Gallé and so many others. He succeeded in doing so, using the best designers like his own daughter Suzanne LALIQUE who later married Paul Havilland from the porcelain factory and his son Marc lalique who over took the business at his father's death. The excellence of their work and the chemical research on glass achieved the reputation of the Lalique company. The moulds they used were of high and unrivaled quality for their time and no other glass manufacturer could stand up to their level. The range of items the company displayed were exhaustive , from jewel to furniture . Even walls and windows were available . The ronce vase...Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Vases
MaterialsGlass
- 1914 René Lalique - Vase Lutteurs Opalescent Glass with Blue Patina WrestlersBy René Lalique, LaliqueLocated in Boulogne Billancourt, FRVase "Lutteurs" made in opalescent glass with blue patina by René Lalique in 1914. Engraved signature. Perfect condition. Very nice patina. Extremely rare in opalescent. height: 14...Category
Vintage 1910s French Art Deco Vases
MaterialsBlown Glass
- Rene Lalique Opalescent Glass 'Raisins' VaseBy René LaliqueLocated in Chelmsford, EssexRene Lalique Opalescent glass 'raisins' vase, with blue stained details. This pattern features deep relief grape bunches, hanging from vines. ...Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Vases
MaterialsGlass