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Sculpture in opal crystal (satin-finish crystal) representing a bird. Signed under the base "Lalique France" with a diamond point. Perfect condition.
20th century.
Dimensions : H 10 x W 13 x D 5 cm
Lalique is an emblematic house of French luxury and craftsmanship, founded by René Lalique in 1921.
Located in Wingen-sur-Moder in Alsace, it is renowned for its crystal creations, including iconic vases, jewelry, glass and decorative objects. Lalique is famous for its style inspired by women, fauna and flora, a direct legacy of the artistic vision of its founder, a great master of Art Nouveau.
The manufacture uses traditional techniques such as lost-wax casting, adapted by René Lalique for jewelry and then for larger glass pieces. Production is meticulous, with hot-working to shape the molten crystal, followed by cold-cutting and finishing.
In particular, Lalique favors opal crystal, which lends a characteristic matte, satin-finish appearance that sets it apart from other crystal makers like Baccarat, who polish their pieces for a glossy finish.
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