René Lalique, Goblet "Epines"

This is a refreshing glass with ice blue patina by René Lalique.

The title is Epines (Epin = leaf spines).
The tangled leaf spines are beautifully designed and depicted in a small, thin glass.

Lalique became famous as a jewelry designer during the Art Nouveau period in the late 19th century.
Then, around 1910, during the heyday of Art Deco, he made a brilliant transition to becoming a glass artist.

These glasses were designed by René Lalique himself in 1920.
It is also featured in the catalogue raisonné.

( Source: F. Marcilhac "René Lalique, 1860-1945, maître-verrier", Les éditions de l'Amateur, 1989, p.768, no.3402)

The surface of the glass is painted using a technique called "Patiné".
The word "Patiné" comes from the French word meaning "to give an antique look," and is a technique used to apply color to accentuate decorative details.
This glass is colored ice blue, giving it a refreshing impression.

When it comes to summer sake vessels, cool glassware is the best. Edo glass is nice, but how about serving cold sake in Lalique glass?
It retains a Western feel but is not too assertive, so I think it goes well with Japanese tableware.

The size is just right and it fits comfortably in your hand.
The base is tapered, giving it a clean, sleek shape that is rarely seen in Japanese glassware.

It has a glued coating, so please wash it gently after use.

It can also be used as a vase for a single flower.

Both are signed in relief on the bottom.
The condition is good and there are no scratches.

There are two versions available: one with a slightly thin layer of paste and lots of clear areas (left), and one with a strong layer of paste (right).
Even those with thin patina have a simple and elegant charm.

Each item will be sold individually, but if you purchase two items we will include a gift box.

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