Exceptional jewellery, 18901912 sautot, dany, brunhammer, yvonne on. Lalique collectors specialist in rene lalique car mascots home. During the 1920s, rene lalique began creating unique mascots in frosted glass, which would be placed on the hood of an automobile and illuminated in various colors. Lalique is a french glassmaker, founded by renowned glassmaker and jeweller rene lalique in 1888. Weiners has compiled the lalique mascots into the book unique lalique mascots. Unique lalique mascots ltd hardback bookthe bibleon the subject author. Laliques first three mascots were released in august of that year. Large flowers, leaves and stems all arount the vase. Lacollection 1900 rene lalique ii, japan, 1990 by unknown 1990 japaneseenglish 48 pages, 30 r. It is also a study of lalique s inspirations for designing each piece, shedding light on the mind of a master at his craft.
It is also a study of laliques inspirations for designing each piece, shedding light on the mind of a master at his craft. A glass car mascot by rene lalique, introduced on 21931, as lalique. The photograph may be purchased as wall art, home decor, apparel, phone cases, greeting cards, and more. Jun 09, 2015 laliques first three mascots were released in august of that year. A crystal sculpture inspired by chrysis, a legendary beauty of ancient greece. Past and future auctions, historical details, sales, copies, reproductions, articles and more are all accessible from here. Library of r lalique and rene lalique books, catalogs, original period items, reference and research materials for sale including post war modern books. Rene lalique took part in the 1900 great exhibition in paris.
One was the falcon, while another was inspired by the shooting stars on the side of the eiffel towerthe comets and their tails spelled out the word citroen in what was then the largest illuminated advertisement in the world, so bright that aviator charles lindbergh used it as a beacon to guide the spirit of st. The art of rene lalique flacons and powder boxes by lefkowith, christie mayer 2010 english 498 pages, 703 r. He also produced a variety of pieces in rarer coloured glass. Unfollow rene lalique to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. The process of casing made production more costly, resulting in. This page grows as more info is added to the website. See more ideas about hood ornaments, car hood ornaments and art deco glass.
Everything else free delivery possible on eligible purchases. Car mascots rene lalique stephen wijnants art lalique. Lalique chrysis clear and frosted glass figurine, engraved lalique france, modeled as a nude female, h. Ce modele fut presente par lalique le 21 mars 1931, n 1183 du catalogue. May 17, 2014 changing exhibitions gallery may 17, 2014 to january 4, 2015 this major exhibition brought together glass, jewelry, production molds, and design drawings by rene lalique french, 18601945, dating from about 1893 to laliques death in 1945. A glass car mascot by rene lalique, introduced on 21931, as lalique catalogue no. Following the death of rene, lalique transitioned to producing lead glass crystal works during the 1950s.
Lalique is best known for producing glass art, including perfume bottles, vases, and hood ornaments during the early twentieth century. Lalique france in the middle of the underneath the base, marcilhac no. Books, exhibitionauction catalogues, original company material, period. Bacchantes, chrysis, vitesse lalique mascots archer boar clear boar grey chrysis clear chrysis opalescent cocks head coq houdan coq nain amethyst tinted coq nain clear coq nain topaz, red centre eagles head clear epsom falcon clear falcon amethyst five horses amethyst frog amethyst frog clear greyhound clear. Note this is sold as a car mascothood ornament, no. This piece was originally designed by rene lalique in the 1920s as a hood ornament for a luxury automobile. The car mascots sold as paperweights vitesse, victoire, chrysis, perche. Page 58 the chrysis paperweight version is shown in the lower photo. These pieces were painstakingly handcrafted in france. Crystal lalique, the ultimate symbol of french luxury. His son marc created a brilliant new crystal formula for crystal designs. Rene lalique musee des arts decoratifs reunion des musees nationaux by rene lalique and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Lalique s glassware was both stylistically and technologically innovative, leading to great success for the designer both in personal and architectural glass products. Enchanted by glass, on view from may 17, 2014 to january 4, 2015, documents laliques fascination with glass first as a jeweler and then as an industrialist, and explores the stylistic and artistic changes that swept through france during his lifetime.
Crystal classics is an authorized lalique online boutique. Enter the world of lalique and discover lalique crystal decorative items, interior design, jewellery, perfumes and art. Lalique france to side of base, stunning female nude leaning backward in detailed, fine satin glass finish, introduced 21 march 1931, catalog number 1183, 5 in. Laliques glass menagerie, too cool to ride on radiators ornamental. This volume is 1 of 2 the other is the 7th book of the 10 dedicated totally to the work of rene lalique. Rene lalique, french jeweler during the early 20th century whose designs in jewelry and glass contributed significantly to the art nouveau movement at the turn of the century.
Rene laliques work had gained widespread popularity. Rene lalique chrysis 1937 rollsroyce phantom iii aero. Rene jules lalique 6 april 1860 in ay, marne 1 may 1945 in paris was a french glass designer known for his creations of glass art, perfume bottles, vases, jewellery, chandeliers, clocks and automobile hood ornaments. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Rene lalique became synonymous with french art nouveau decorative arts. Nearly 200 objects will be displayed, dating from 1893 through 1942. French nude art deco chrysis car mascot hood ornament figurine 1930 h. Collectible figurines free delivery possible on eligible purchases. Lalique collectors is the rene lalique section of s t decorative arts. His first experiments and designs using glass date from this era. He now opened his third workshop at 20, rue therese in paris. Lalique, france on underside of base, fine definition to face, feet and hair. With over 439 lots available for antique lalique collectibles and 57 upcoming auctions, you wont want to miss out. It represents an evocation of grace, sensuality and femininity.
Lalique perfume bottles and boxes including information on the perfume company clients and the. Victoire, or spirit of the wind, is one of a complete set of glass radiator ornaments by rene lalique that will go on sale. Choose from 19 authentic rene lalique clocks for sale on 1stdibs. Lalique chrysis car mascot very attractive art deco frosted glass car mascot in the form of a. Rene lalique chrysis 1937 rollsroyce phantom iii aero coupe hood ornament is a photograph by jill reger which was uploaded on august 23rd, 2012. In a modern or even a traditional decor, as you will see from the objects offered on these pages, the work of rene lalique provides the stamp of savoirfaire. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Rene lalique chrysis car mascot information and photos at are tied together on this main chrysis car mascots page. A famous vallotton gravure shows the crowd in front of laliques showcase.
Lalique glass of rene lalique book rizzoli softcover scent bottles car. Library of r lalique and rene lalique books, catalogs, original period items, reference and research materials for sale including post war modern books about rene lalique and r lalique. Vintage lalique art deco bookendschrysis nudes on bases. Today, lalique is particularly remembered for his decorative glass, such as vases and bowls. Jewels of lalique by rene lalique, dallas museum of art staff. Explore all decorative objects created by rene lalique. A contemporary lalique moulded and frosted glass model of a wild horse galloping, raised on integral polished support, etched lalique france and numbered j0038, h. Lalique already used enamel and glass, sidebyside with gold, opals, diamonds, pearls or amethysts, to embellish his jewellery. Roses, a rare and exceptional cire perdue vase, no.
A chrysis glass mascot by rene lalique, introduced 21 march 1931, catalogue number 1183, stencilled r. Today, laliques influence is as relevant as it was when he opened his first jewelry shop in 1890. Very many books have been written on rene lalique and the subject. Mar 04, 2012 laliques glass menagerie, too cool to ride on radiators ornamental. The book ends were set on black glass socles, see the coq houdan book ends from the s. Very attractive art deco frosted glass car mascot in the form of a naked lady leanin backwards, her long tresses being blown in the wind, with excellent hand finished surface detail, signed r. The worlds largest selection of over a thousand different rene lalique related books, magazines, catalogs, posters and original reference material for sale at, the worldwide gathering place for r. Cased pieces consisting of two or more fused layers of glass, rather than a single layer are also more likely to command a higher price.
All products are produced ondemand and shipped worldwide within 2 3 business days. Lalique timeline a brief history of lalique, from rene. Lalique was trained at the school of decorative arts, paris, and in london 187880 and founded his own firm at paris in. Rene lalique biography at lalique company, with a biography of the artist from the company web site. Antiques atlas signed rene lalique chrysis motor mascot. Lalique latest book on french glass car mascot,desk,hood. Buy abcone custom design, rene lalique chrysis 1937 rollsroyce phantom iii aero coupe hood ornament image business name card holder case metal stainless steel pocket fashion case. Jewels of lalique by rene lalique, dallas museum of art. Chrysis, legendary beauty in greek mythology emblematic of rene lalique s art, is an evocation of grace, sensuality and femininity. He is known primarily for his masterful work in glass, but he also designed exquisite jewelry that came to epitomize the art nouveau style and adorned the most exotic women of findesiecle paris. Laliques mascots, too cool to ride on radiators the new. The name of rene lalique is synonymous with one of the most extraordinary decorative vocabularies of this century. Id been dealing in automobilia like car badges and brochures for quite a number of years when i came across a lalique mascot in an exhibition at the retromobile show in paris.
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