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Lalique Swan Head Up Pure Crystal Sculpture
By Lalique
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a Lalique pure crystal satin finish coveted Swan Up sculpture. First designed in
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21st Century and Contemporary French Sculptures

Lalique Swan Head Down Pure Crystal Sculpture
By Lalique
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a Lalique pure crystal satin finish coveted Swan Head Down sculpture. First
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21st Century and Contemporary French Sculptures

Labeled Lalique Crystal Swans Covered Box
By Lalique
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine, labeled covered glass box. By Lalique. In the swans pattern in frosted and polished
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Late 20th Century French Art Deco Decorative Boxes

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Crystal

Lalique Paris signed Frosted Lidded Box features Swans
By Lalique
Located in Los Angeles, CA
a special Lalique Paris frosted glass lidded box. Could be used for any vanity supplies, cotton
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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Decorative Boxes

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Art Glass

Pair of Frosted Glass Centerpiece Swan Figures by Lalique
By Lalique
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Elegant pair of frosted glass centerpiece swan figures made by Lalique made in France during the
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21st Century and Contemporary French Centerpieces

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Glass

Iconic Large Lalique France 'Swan Head Up' Crystal Sculpture
By Lalique
Located in Tustin, CA
crystal maker Lalique is a symbol of eternal love, embodying grace and beauty. Swan features clear and
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21st Century and Contemporary French Animal Sculptures

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Crystal

Lalique Frosted Crystal Swimming Swans Pair with Mirror
By René Lalique
Located in Countryside, IL
Lalique Frosted Crystal Swimming Swans Pair with Mirror This crystal set measures: 33 wide x 22.25
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Early 2000s French Modern Animal Sculptures

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Crystal

Lalique Crystal Frosted Head Down Swan Sculpture Resting On Mirrored Plateau
By Lalique
Located in Tarry Town, NY
Elevate your decor with this exquisite Lalique Crystal Large Frosted Swan Sculpture, elegantly
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Late 20th Century French Animal Sculptures

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Crystal

R. Lalique Desk Set Josephine Model
By René Lalique
Located in NANTES, FR
Desk set created on September 27, 1944 by René Lalique with a swan decor. The set including a desk
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Mid-20th Century Art Deco Desk Sets

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Glass

R. Lalique Desk Set Josephine Model
R. Lalique Desk Set Josephine Model
H 13 in W 18.71 in D 0.63 in
René Lalique - 'Houppes' Art Deco Opalescent Glass Powder Box
By René Lalique
Located in South Gippsland, Victoria
underside of the lid with a design of swan-down powder puffs. Moulded mark "R. Lalique". Inscribed "France
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Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Decorative Boxes

Materials

Glass

Vase, Sign: Le Verre Francais ( Flowers Bluebells ) Art Nouveau, Liberty
By Le Verre Francais
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
, lifelike designs of animals –swans, cats-, and plants –holly, bell flowers-, were executed in somber hues
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Vintage 1920s French Art Nouveau Glass

Materials

Art Glass

Le Verre Francais ( Plant Rubaniers ) Style: Art Nouveau, Jugendstil
By Le Verre Francais
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
, lifelike designs of animals –swans, cats-, and plants –holly, bell flowers-, were executed in somber hues
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Vintage 1920s French Art Nouveau Glass

Materials

Art Glass

Monumental Vase Sign: Le Verre Francais France ( Decoration Halbrans )
By Le Verre Francais
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
, lifelike designs of animals –swans, cats-, and plants –holly, bell flowers-, were executed in somber hues
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Vintage 1920s French Art Nouveau Glass

Materials

Art Glass

Le Verre Francais ( Decoration Halbrans ) Style: Art Nouveau, Jugendstil
By Le Verre Francais
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
early years, lifelike designs of animals –swans, cats-, and plants –holly, bell flowers-, were executed
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Vintage 1910s French Art Nouveau Glass

Materials

Art Glass

Le Verre Francais ( Plant Rubaniers ) Style: Art Nouveau, Jugendstil
By Le Verre Francais
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
, lifelike designs of animals –swans, cats-, and plants –holly, bell flowers-, were executed in somber hues
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Vintage 1920s French Art Nouveau Glass

Materials

Art Glass

Le Verre Francais ( Decoration Amourettes) Style: Art Nouveau, Jugendstil, 1922
By Le Verre Francais
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
, lifelike designs of animals –swans, cats-, and plants –holly, bell flowers-, were executed in somber hues
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Vintage 1920s French Art Nouveau Glass

Materials

Art Glass

Le Verre Francais ( Chardons plant ) Style: Art Nouveau, Jugendstil, Liberty
By Le Verre Francais
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
, lifelike designs of animals –swans, cats-, and plants –holly, bell flowers-, were executed in somber hues
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Vintage 1920s French Art Nouveau Glass

Materials

Art Glass

Monumental Le Verre Francais( Cardamines plant) Style: Art Nouveau, Liberty
By Le Verre Francais
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
early years, lifelike designs of animals –swans, cats-, and plants –holly, bell flowers-, were executed
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Vintage 1920s French Art Nouveau Glass

Materials

Art Glass

Sign: Le Verre Francais ( Flowers Dahlias) Style: Art Nouveau, Liberty
By Le Verre Francais
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
, lifelike designs of animals –swans, cats-, and plants –holly, bell flowers-, were executed in somber hues
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Vintage 1920s French Art Nouveau Glass

Materials

Art Glass

Sign: Le Verre Francais ( Decoration Marrons ) Style: Art Nouveau, Liberty
By Le Verre Francais
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
, lifelike designs of animals –swans, cats-, and plants –holly, bell flowers-, were executed in somber hues
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Vintage 1920s French Art Nouveau Glass

Materials

Art Glass

Vase, Sign: Le Verre Francais ( Plant pepper ) Style: Art Nouveau, Liberty
By Le Verre Francais
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
, lifelike designs of animals –swans, cats-, and plants –holly, bell flowers-, were executed in somber hues
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Vintage 1920s French Art Nouveau Glass

Materials

Art Glass

Vase, Sign: Le Verre Francais ( Flowers Bluebells, Campanules ) Art Nouveau
By Le Verre Francais
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
, lifelike designs of animals –swans, cats-, and plants –holly, bell flowers-, were executed in somber hues
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Vintage 1920s French Art Nouveau Glass

Materials

Art Glass

Vase, Sign: Le Verre Francais (Papillons decoration) Style: Art Nouveau, Liberty
By Le Verre Francais
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
, lifelike designs of animals –swans, cats-, and plants –holly, bell flowers-, were executed in somber hues
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Vintage 1920s French Art Nouveau Glass

Materials

Art Glass

Vase, Sign: Le Verre Francais (mushroom decoration), Style: Art Nouveau, Liberty
By Le Verre Francais
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
, lifelike designs of animals –swans, cats-, and plants –holly, bell flowers-, were executed in somber hues
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Vintage 1910s French Art Nouveau Glass

Materials

Art Glass

Vase, Sign: Le Verre Francais ( Flowers Begonias ), Art Nouveau, Liberty, 1922
By Le Verre Francais
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
, lifelike designs of animals –swans, cats-, and plants –holly, bell flowers-, were executed in somber hues
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Vintage 1920s French Art Nouveau Glass

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Art Glass

Monumental Vase, Sign: Le Verre Francais, charder ( Decoration Coconut)
By Le Verre Francais, Charder
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
, lifelike designs of animals –swans, cats-, and plants –holly, bell flowers-, were executed in somber hues
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Vintage 1920s French Art Nouveau Glass

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Art Glass

Vase, Sign: Le Verre Francais ( Primerolles Decoration), Art Nouveau, Liberty
By Le Verre Francais
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
, lifelike designs of animals –swans, cats-, and plants –holly, bell flowers-, were executed in somber hues
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Vintage 1920s French Art Nouveau Glass

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Art Glass

Vase, Sign: Le Verre Francais (Currant bushes), Style: Art Nouveau, Liberty
By Le Verre Francais
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
, lifelike designs of animals –swans, cats-, and plants –holly, bell flowers-, were executed in somber hues
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Vintage 1920s French Art Nouveau Glass

Materials

Art Glass

Vase, Sign: Le Verre Francais ( Flowers Bluebells/ Campanules ), Art Nouveau
By Le Verre Francais
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
, lifelike designs of animals –swans, cats-, and plants –holly, bell flowers-, were executed in somber hues
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Vintage 1920s French Art Nouveau Glass

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Art Glass

Vase, Sign: Le Verre Francais ( Plant Mirettes / Peepers ), Style: Art Nouveau
By Le Verre Francais
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
, lifelike designs of animals –swans, cats-, and plants –holly, bell flowers-, were executed in somber hues
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Vintage 1920s French Art Nouveau Glass

Materials

Art Glass

Vase, Sign: Le Verre Francais France, Style: Art Nouveau, Liberty, 1920
By Le Verre Francais
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
, lifelike designs of animals –swans, cats-, and plants –holly, bell flowers-, were executed in somber hues
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Vintage 1920s French Art Nouveau Glass

Materials

Art Glass

Vase, Sign: Le Verre Francais ( Flowers Dahlias), Style: Art Nouveau, Liberty
By Le Verre Francais
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
, lifelike designs of animals –swans, cats-, and plants –holly, bell flowers-, were executed in somber hues
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Vintage 1920s French Art Nouveau Glass

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Art Glass

Vase, Sign: Le Verre Francais (Decoration: orchidées/ Orchids), Art Nouveau
By Le Verre Francais
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
, lifelike designs of animals –swans, cats-, and plants –holly, bell flowers-, were executed in somber hues
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Vintage 1920s French Art Nouveau Glass

Materials

Art Glass

Vase (Decoration Azurretes), Le Verre Francais France, Style: Art Nouveau, 1923
By Le Verre Francais
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
, lifelike designs of animals –swans, cats-, and plants –holly, bell flowers-, were executed in somber hues
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Vintage 1920s French Art Nouveau Glass

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Art Glass

Vase Cats, Le Verre Francais, Style: Art Nouveau, Liberty, 1918
By Le Verre Francais
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
, lifelike designs of animals –swans, cats-, and plants –holly, bell flowers-, were executed in somber hues
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Vintage 1910s French Art Nouveau Glass

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Art Glass

Vase (Decoration Orchidées), Sign: Le Verre Francais, Style: Art Nouveau, 1924
By Le Verre Francais
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
, lifelike designs of animals –swans, cats-, and plants –holly, bell flowers-, were executed in somber hues
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Antique 1820s French Art Nouveau Glass

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Art Glass

Vase (Decoration Azurretes), Sign: Le Verre Francais, Style: Art Nouveau , 1923
By Le Verre Francais
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
, lifelike designs of animals –swans, cats-, and plants –holly, bell flowers-, were executed in somber hues
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Vintage 1920s French Art Nouveau Glass

Materials

Art Glass

Vase , Sign: Le Verre Francais France, Style: Art Nouveau, 1924
By Le Verre Francais
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
, lifelike designs of animals –swans, cats-, and plants –holly, bell flowers-, were executed in somber hues
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Vintage 1920s French Art Nouveau Glass

Materials

Art Glass

Vase ( Chardons plant ) Sign: Le Verre Francais France, Style: Art Nouveau, 1924
By Le Verre Francais
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
, lifelike designs of animals –swans, cats-, and plants –holly, bell flowers-, were executed in somber hues
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Vintage 1920s French Art Nouveau Glass

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Art Glass

Vase Sign: Le Verre Francais ( Pinsons Decoration ) , 1927
By Le Verre Francais
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
, lifelike designs of animals –swans, cats-, and plants –holly, bell flowers-, were executed in somber hues
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Vintage 1920s French Art Nouveau Glass

Materials

Art Glass

Monumental Vase Sign: Le Verre Francais France ( Decoration Chêne ), Art Nouveau
By Le Verre Francais
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
, lifelike designs of animals –swans, cats-, and plants –holly, bell flowers-, were executed in somber hues
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Vintage 1920s French Art Nouveau Glass

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Art Glass

Vase Sign: Le Verre Francais, France ( Decoration Halbrans ), Art Nouveau
By Le Verre Francais
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
, lifelike designs of animals –swans, cats-, and plants –holly, bell flowers-, were executed in somber hues
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Vintage 1920s French Art Nouveau Glass

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Art Glass

Vase Sign: Le Verre (Decoration Escargots / Snails) , Style: Art Nouveau
By Le Verre Francais
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
, lifelike designs of animals –swans, cats-, and plants –holly, bell flowers-, were executed in somber hues
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Vintage 1920s French Art Nouveau Glass

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Art Glass

Monumental Vase Sign: Le Verre ( Decoration Chênes ), Jugendstil, Art Nouveau
By Le Verre Francais
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
, lifelike designs of animals –swans, cats-, and plants –holly, bell flowers-, were executed in somber hues
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Vintage 1920s French Art Nouveau Glass

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Art Glass

Monumental Vase Sign: Le Verre ( Decoration Chêne ), Jugendstil, Art Nouveau
By Le Verre Francais
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
, lifelike designs of animals –swans, cats-, and plants –holly, bell flowers-, were executed in somber hues
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Vintage 1920s French Art Nouveau Glass

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Art Glass

Vase, Sign: Le Verre Francais, Style: Art Nouveau, Liberty, Design: Solanées
By Le Verre Francais
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
from art nouveau to art deco. During the early years, lifelike designs of animals –swans, cats-, and
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Vintage 1920s French Art Nouveau Glass

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Art Glass

Vase Sign: Le Verre Francais and french flag (mûriers rouges / Red Mulberrie)
By Le Verre Francais
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
, lifelike designs of animals –swans, cats-, and plants –holly, bell flowers-, were executed in somber hues
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Vintage 1910s French Art Nouveau Glass

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Art Glass

Vase Sign: Charder Le Verre Francais France
By Le Verre Francais
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
, lifelike designs of animals –swans, cats-, and plants –holly, bell flowers-, were executed in somber hues
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Vintage 1920s French Art Nouveau Glass

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Art Glass

Table lamp Sign: Le Verre Francais France ( Flowers Begonias ), 1922
By Le Verre Francais
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
, lifelike designs of animals –swans, cats-, and plants –holly, bell flowers-, were executed in somber hues
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Vintage 1920s French Art Nouveau Glass

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Art Glass

Butterfly table lamp Sign: Le Verre Francais France, 1923, Style: Art Nouveau
By Le Verre Francais
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
, lifelike designs of animals –swans, cats-, and plants –holly, bell flowers-, were executed in somber hues
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Vintage 1920s French Art Nouveau Glass

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Art Glass

Jar Sign: Le Verre Francais ( Decoration Muscats ), 1924, Style: Art Nouveau
By Le Verre Francais
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
, lifelike designs of animals –swans, cats-, and plants –holly, bell flowers-, were executed in somber hues
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Vintage 1920s French Art Nouveau Glass

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Art Glass

Monumental Vase Sign: Le Verre Francais ( Ombelles Flowers ), 1924
By Le Verre Francais
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
, lifelike designs of animals –swans, cats-, and plants –holly, bell flowers-, were executed in somber hues
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Vintage 1920s French Art Nouveau Glass

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Art Glass

Vase Sign: Le Verre Francais, Decoration: Sheet tobacco , 1922, Art Nouveau
By Le Verre Francais
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
, lifelike designs of animals –swans, cats-, and plants –holly, bell flowers-, were executed in somber hues
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Vintage 1920s French Art Nouveau Glass

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Art Glass

Vase Sign: Le Verre Francais ( Laurier /Laurel plant ) 1924, Style: Art Nouveau
By Le Verre Francais
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
–swans, cats-, and plants –holly, bell flowers-, were executed in somber hues, so that just by noting the
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Vintage 1920s French Art Nouveau Glass

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Art Glass

Monumental Vase Sign: Le Verre Francais ( Decoration Chene )
By Le Verre Francais
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
, lifelike designs of animals –swans, cats-, and plants –holly, bell flowers-, were executed in somber hues
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Vintage 1920s French Art Nouveau Glass

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Art Glass

Big Vase Sign: Le Verre Francais ( Decoration Marrons ) Style: Art Nouveau
By Le Verre Francais
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
, lifelike designs of animals –swans, cats-, and plants –holly, bell flowers-, were executed in somber hues
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Vintage 1920s French Art Nouveau Glass

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Art Glass

Bar with Wood and Bronze
Located in Ciudad Autónoma Buenos Aires, C
Beaton deigned to visit the movie colony, he was relieved to see "ostrich-feather trimming, swan's down
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Vintage 1960s American Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts

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Bronze

Bar with Wood and Bronze
Bar with Wood and Bronze
H 25.2 in W 23.43 in D 16.82 in
Lalique Swan Head Up Figure in Gold Luster Crystal
By Lalique
Located in New York, NY
The Swan Head Up and Head Down sculptures are now issued in a gold luster and gold stamped version
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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Animal Sculptures

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Crystal

Lalique Swan Head Down Figure/Sculpture in Gold Luster Crystal
By Lalique
Located in New York, NY
Inspired by the fauna of the natural world, Lalique continues to expand its bestiary. The purity of
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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Animal Sculptures

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Crystal

Lalique Deux Cygnes Pair of Swans Clear and Satin Crystal Ring Dish
By Lalique
Located in Cookeville, TN
A lovely pair of swans are the focal point of this crystal ring dish by Lalique of France. This
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Mid-20th Century French Art Nouveau Decorative Bowls

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Crystal

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Lalique Swan For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic lalique swan available at 1stDibs. A lalique swan — often made from crystal, stone and glass — can elevate any home. Find 10 options for an antique or vintage lalique swan now, or shop our selection of 3 modern versions for a more contemporary example of this long-cherished piece. Whether you’re looking for an older or newer lalique swan, there are earlier versions available from the 20th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 21st Century. A lalique swan is a generally popular piece of furniture, but those created in Art Deco, Art Nouveau and Arts and Crafts styles are sought with frequency. Many designers have produced at least one well-made lalique swan over the years, but those crafted by Lalique and René Lalique are often thought to be among the most beautiful.

How Much is a Lalique Swan?

Prices for a lalique swan can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, they begin at $70 and can go as high as $13,500, while the average can fetch as much as $6,150.

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Every time you move into a house or an apartment — or endeavor to refresh the home you’ve lived in for years — life for that space begins anew. The right home accent, be it the simple placement of a decorative bowl on a shelf or a ceramic vase for fresh flowers, can transform an area from drab to spectacular. But with so many materials and items to choose from, it’s easy to get lost in the process. The key to styling with decorative objects is to work toward making a happy home that best reflects your personal style. 

Ceramics are a versatile addition to any home. If you’ve amassed an assortment of functional pottery over the years, think of your mugs and salad bowls as decorative objects, ideal for displaying in a glass cabinet. Vintage ceramic serveware can pop along white open shelving in your dining area, while large stoneware pitchers paired with woven baskets or quilts in an open cupboard can introduce a rustic farmhouse-style element to your den.

Translucent decorative boxes or bowls made of an acrylic plastic called Lucite — a game changer in furniture that’s easy to clean and lasts long — are modern accents that are neutral enough to dress up a coffee table or desktop without cluttering it. If you’re showcasing pieces from the past, a vintage jewelry box for displaying your treasures can spark conversation. Where is the jewelry box from? Is there a story behind it?

Abstract sculptures or an antique vessel for your home library can draw attention to your book collection and add narrative charm to the most appropriate of corners. There’s more than one way to style your bookcases, and decorative objects add a provocative dynamic. “I love magnifying glasses,” says Alex Assouline, global vice president of luxury publisher Assouline, of adding one’s cherished objects to a home library. “They are both useful and decorative. Objects really elevate libraries and can also make them more personal.”

To help with personalizing your space and truly making it your own, find an extraordinary collection of decorative objects on 1stDibs.

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