Art Deco Shot Glass with Molded and Frosted Neoclassical Motifs signed Lalique
View Similar Items
Art Deco Shot Glass with Molded and Frosted Neoclassical Motifs signed Lalique
About the Item
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.
- Art Deco Style 'Swallow' Bookends in Molded and Frosted Crystal signed LaliqueBy LaliqueLocated in New York, NYThese gorgeous Art Deco Style 'Swallow' Bookends by the esteemed Art Glass Company 'Lalique' originate from France during the latter half of the 20th Century. Featuring truly elegant...Category
20th Century French Art Deco Bookends
MaterialsCrystal
- Pair of Art Deco Glass Candleholders w/ Grape Vine Motif signed R. LaliqueBy LaliqueLocated in New York, NYThis beautiful Pair of Art Deco glass Candleholders W/Grape Vine Motif signed R. Lalique originates from France, Circa 1930. Featuring a reserved and highly usable scale, these cand...Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Candelabras
MaterialsCrystal
- Art Deco Opalescent Glass Center Bowl with Repeating Fish Motif by LaliqueBy LaliqueLocated in New York, NYThis stunning Art Deco center bowl was realized by the legendary maker Lalique in France circa 1925. Created in a beautiful opalescent glass, the piece offers a repeating concentric ...Category
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Decorative Bowls
MaterialsGlass
- Art Deco Skyscraper Style Molded and Frosted Glass BookendsLocated in New York, NYThis lovely pair of Art Deco Skyscraper Style Molded and Frosted Glass Bookends originate from the United States, Circa 1935. Rendered in molded glass with a serene and beautifully a...Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Bookends
MaterialsGlass
- Art Deco Pendant Chandelier in Molded & Frosted Rose Glass signed DegueBy DeguéLocated in New York, NYThis alluring and materially exquisite Art Deco Pendant Chandelier in Molded & Frosted Rose Glass is signed Degue and originates from France, Circa 1930. Features a single rose hued ...Category
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Chandeliers and Pendants
MaterialsBrass
- Art Deco Style Marrakech Vase signed LaliqueBy LaliqueLocated in New York, NYThis stunning Art Deco Style Marrakech Vase is signed Lalique and originates from France, designed in 1978. This Art Deco inspired vase sports a teardrop form body with tiered and in...Category
Vintage 1970s French Art Deco Vases
MaterialsBlown Glass
- Art Deco Silver Plate Shot Cup with Peace SignBy Napier Co.Located in San Diego, CAUnique polished silver plate shot cup with peace sign, bridal gift signed and dated 1964 and stamped Jhon in the front, manufactured by Napier.Category
20th Century American Art Deco Barware
MaterialsSilver Plate
- Art Deco Molded Clear Glass Cocktail Shaker with Diamond PatternLocated in Chapel Hill, NCArt Deco molded cocktail shaker in clear glass with diamond pattern. The domed stepped lid features a center pour and is in chrome.Category
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Barware
MaterialsChrome
- Art Deco Molded Glass Cocktail ShakerLocated in Chapel Hill, NCArt Deco Molded Glass Cocktail Shaker with chrome top.Category
Early 20th Century Barware
MaterialsChrome
- Coral Colored Art Deco Glass Decanter Set With 6 Shot Glasses, Austria ca. 1920Located in Lichtenberg, ATStylish 20th century Art Deco glass decanter set of seven made in the so-called Art Deco era around 1920. Coming out of Austria, this fantastic designed coral...Category
Early 20th Century Art Deco Barware
MaterialsGlass
- Art Deco Silver Overlay Pinch Decanter with Frosted "Hammered" Glass SurfaceLocated in Nantucket, MAArt Deco silver overlay pinch decanter having a 'hammered' frosted surface, dimpled on each of the three sides with a wide silver band surrounding the dimple and attached to a ring a...Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Barware
MaterialsSterling Silver
- Art Deco Molded Blue Glass Cocktail Shaker with All-Over Thumbprint PatternLocated in Nantucket, MAArt Deco molded cocktail shaker in pale cobalt blue glass with all-over thumbprint or coin spot pattern with a domed center pour chrome lid and cap.Category
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Barware
MaterialsChrome