Rene lalique chrysis books

The photograph may be purchased as wall art, home decor, apparel, phone cases, greeting cards, and more. Lalique s glassware was both stylistically and technologically innovative, leading to great success for the designer both in personal and architectural glass products. He also produced a variety of pieces in rarer coloured glass. Books, exhibitionauction catalogues, original company material, period.

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. Lalique was trained at the school of decorative arts, paris, and in london 187880 and founded his own firm at paris in. Following the death of rene, lalique transitioned to producing lead glass crystal works during the 1950s. 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. Antiques atlas signed rene lalique chrysis motor mascot. Jewels of lalique by rene lalique, dallas museum of art. 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. A crystal sculpture inspired by chrysis, a legendary beauty of ancient greece. Victoire, or spirit of the wind, is one of a complete set of glass radiator ornaments by rene lalique that will go on sale. A glass car mascot by rene lalique, introduced on 21931, as lalique catalogue no. 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. Rene laliques work had gained widespread popularity. The book ends were set on black glass socles, see the coq houdan book ends from the s.

Large flowers, leaves and stems all arount the vase. Lalique chrysis car mascot very attractive art deco frosted glass car mascot in the form of a. 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. Explore all decorative objects created by rene lalique. See more ideas about hood ornaments, car hood ornaments and art deco glass. This book is a collection of photographs highlighting each individual mascot, with close, intimate views never before seen.

Rene lalique took part in the 1900 great exhibition in paris. His first experiments and designs using glass date from this era. 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. Lalique timeline a brief history of lalique, from rene. The car mascots sold as paperweights vitesse, victoire, chrysis, perche. Very many books have been written on rene lalique and the subject. With over 439 lots available for antique lalique collectibles and 57 upcoming auctions, you wont want to miss out. Note this is sold as a car mascothood ornament, no. 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. Past and future auctions, historical details, sales, copies, reproductions, articles and more are all accessible from here. 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.

Page 58 the chrysis paperweight version is shown in the lower photo. Lalique is a french glassmaker, founded by renowned glassmaker and jeweller rene lalique in 1888. Unique lalique mascots vol 2 by virginmedia74 issuu. 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. 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. 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. Rene lalique became synonymous with french art nouveau decorative arts. This volume is 1 of 2 the other is the 7th book of the 10 dedicated totally to the work of rene lalique. Enter the world of lalique and discover lalique crystal decorative items, interior design, jewellery, perfumes and art. A glass car mascot by rene lalique, introduced on 21931, as lalique. A chrysis glass mascot by rene lalique, introduced 21 march 1931, catalogue number 1183, stencilled r. Laliques mascots, too cool to ride on radiators the new.

Rene lalique chrysis 1937 rollsroyce phantom iii aero coupe hood ornament is a photograph by jill reger which was uploaded on august 23rd, 2012. Unfollow rene lalique to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Choose from 19 authentic rene lalique clocks for sale on 1stdibs. 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. 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. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Weiners has compiled the lalique mascots into the book unique lalique mascots. Jewels of lalique by rene lalique, dallas museum of art staff. This piece was originally designed by rene lalique in the 1920s as a hood ornament for a luxury automobile. Lalique collectors specialist in rene lalique car mascots home. Lalique perfume bottles and boxes including information on the perfume company clients and the. These pieces were painstakingly handcrafted in france. The process of casing made production more costly, resulting in.

Lalique already used enamel and glass, sidebyside with gold, opals, diamonds, pearls or amethysts, to embellish his jewellery. Today, lalique is particularly remembered for his decorative glass, such as vases and bowls. 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. Backward leaning nude mascot in beautiful satin finish glass by rene lalique. 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. Jun 09, 2015 laliques first three mascots were released in august of that year. Collectible figurines free delivery possible on eligible purchases. 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. Unique lalique mascots ltd hardback bookthe bibleon the subject author.

Laliques first three mascots were released in august of that year. 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. 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. Nearly 200 objects will be displayed, dating from 1893 through 1942. Crystal lalique, the ultimate symbol of french luxury. Mar 04, 2012 laliques glass menagerie, too cool to ride on radiators ornamental. Rene lalique chrysis car mascot information and photos at are tied together on this main chrysis car mascots page. French nude art deco chrysis car mascot hood ornament figurine 1930 h. The art of rene lalique flacons and powder boxes by lefkowith, christie mayer 2010 english 498 pages, 703 r. Lalique france in the middle of the underneath the base, marcilhac no. Lalique collectors is the rene lalique section of s t decorative arts. 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. Library of r lalique and rene lalique books, catalogs, original period items, reference and research materials for sale including post war modern books.

Vintage lalique art deco bookendschrysis nudes on bases. It is also a study of laliques inspirations for designing each piece, shedding light on the mind of a master at his craft. He now opened his third workshop at 20, rue therese in paris. This moment in laliques life was highlighted and honored by other renowned artists such as the painter and printmaker felix vallotton. Laliques glass menagerie, too cool to ride on radiators ornamental.

Lalique chrysis clear and frosted glass figurine, engraved lalique france, modeled as a nude female, h. Lalique is best known for producing glass art, including perfume bottles, vases, and hood ornaments during the early twentieth century. Exceptional jewellery, 18901912 sautot, dany, brunhammer, yvonne on. This page grows as more info is added to the website. His son marc created a brilliant new crystal formula for crystal designs. Everything else free delivery possible on eligible purchases. 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. It is also a study of lalique s inspirations for designing each piece, shedding light on the mind of a master at his craft. Rene lalique chrysis 1937 rollsroyce phantom iii aero. Today, laliques influence is as relevant as it was when he opened his first jewelry shop in 1890. It represents an evocation of grace, sensuality and femininity. Roses, a rare and exceptional cire perdue vase, no.

Ce modele fut presente par lalique le 21 mars 1931, n 1183 du catalogue. Lalique glass of rene lalique book rizzoli softcover scent bottles car. Crystal classics is an authorized lalique online boutique. Car mascots rene lalique stephen wijnants art lalique. Rene lalique biography at lalique company, with a biography of the artist from the company web site. All products are produced ondemand and shipped worldwide within 2 3 business days. Lalique, france on underside of base, fine definition to face, feet and hair. Lacollection 1900 rene lalique ii, japan, 1990 by unknown 1990 japaneseenglish 48 pages, 30 r. Lalique latest book on french glass car mascot,desk,hood. This lot is offered in design on 17 october 2018 at christies in london. Chrysis, legendary beauty in greek mythology emblematic of rene lalique s art, is an evocation of grace, sensuality and femininity. A famous vallotton gravure shows the crowd in front of laliques showcase. The name of rene lalique is synonymous with one of the most extraordinary decorative vocabularies of this century.