V RARE ANTIQUE C1923 VINTAGE SIGNED R LALIQUE ESTEREL 6.25 / 16cm GLASS VASE DOUBLE CASED OPALESCENT BLUE VGC. More photos to follow.. 1923 René Lalique – Vase Estérel. Vase “Estérel” with grey patina by René Lalique in 1923. Engraved signature on bottom. A striking early 20th Century Art Deco French opalescent glass vase with excellent OPALESCENT Pale sky blue colour with grey patina and fine hand finished detail, signed R Lalique. This rare and vintage vase is a beautiful addition to any collection. The main feature is the superb, opalescence of the blue vase made in double cased opalescent glass. The exquisite design and craftsmanship make it a unique piece that is sure to catch the eye of any admirer. One has to look again and again at the alluring colour of the glass.. And the perfection of the shape. For me it is the opalescence that has it. I never weary of its glowing beauty. It is decorated with geometric leafy branches, with very fine leaf detail when you examine it closely. Lovely as a standalone decorative centrepiece item, this vase is a must-have for anyone who appreciates high-quality glassware. MEASUREMENTS: Height 6.25″ (16cm) x width 6 1/4″ approx. CONDITION: Excellent condition with no chips, scratches or damage. Some expected shelf wear. Rene Lalique double Cased opalescent’Esterel’ vase. There is a small black mark on the inner base, made during manufacture. Note: The Massif de l’Esterel is a low mountain range on the coast of the Mediterranean in SE France having a high elevation of around 2000 feet. The most well known cities adjoining the range are the French Riviera (Côte d’Azur) cities of Cannes on the east and Saint-Raphaël on the west that are connected to each other by the coast road Corniche d’Or. Lalique spent time in Cannes and would have been familiar with these mountains. Lalique hand engraved to edge of base. Felix Marchilac Catalogue Raisonné Page 426. If you need more photos or information please message me… I try to describe all the items as accurately and as honestly as possible, and I always include photos or scans of the actual items. My items are usually vintage or antique, very rarely new, and condition will sometimes reflect this with minor marks, wear on gilding etc. Anything major such as cracks chips or major loss of gilding etc will be pointed out in the description and shown on the photos. If you are still unsure as to the condition etc. I do my best to research the item and its history and pass that information on to my customers, you can google items and find the same information I do. Vintage or pre-owned items will often show some signs of wear due to their age, and there may be something I overlooked. Any condition outside normal vintage wear, like chips or cracks or serious defaults, will be noted. International buyers please note. Also take a look at my other items for more Asian, cloisonné, Glass, Antiques, Silver, Bronze, Copper, China, Horn, and many other collectables. Thanks for looking??
