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Handmade lead crystal vase, 1960s
SILVER Seller in Prato, Italy
Item description
This is an exceptional and significant clear lead crystal vase. Its shape, characterized by gentle curves and rounded edges, captivates with unparalleled elegance, fluidity, and lightness. Master craftsmen managed to transform a substantial block of crystal into something delicate and almost ethereal by skillfully working it by hand through twisting, pinching, and shaping. The vase was crafted between 1955 and 1960 in one of the many workshops in the Vannes-le-Châtel area of the Lorraine region, part of France’s Grand Est, known for its distinguished crystal and glass production. The renowned Vannes-le-Châtel Cristalleries was based in this region and employed local artisans in workshops outside the company itself. We can confidently state that our vase was created in one of these workshops and sold without the Vannes mark but with the same aesthetic and quality traits that defined the company. The history of Vannes Crystalworks dates back to approximately 1765, founded under aristocratic patronage. It quickly became one of France's leading glass manufacturers, initially focusing on tableware and branching out into decorative works by 1930. In 1963, it began producing decorative lead crystal, reaching its peak from 1960 to 1970. The Vannes glassworks eventually became part of the Compagnie Française du Cristal (CFC), which later merged with Daum under the name CFC Daum. Nevertheless, the prestigious pieces produced during that era, while of exceptional quality, did not bear the Daum mark but rather that of Vannes. Around 1970, ART Vannes ceased production, leading to the establishment of Cristal de Sèvres, and only from 1980 onward were the pieces branded Daum. Regardless of the various markings, glass and crystal masterpieces from the Vannes-le-Châtel area hold a significant place in French decorative history. Measurements: diameter 20 cm, height 21 cm. The vase is in good condition.
ID: 4672-1733992660-111609
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