€130
Star Lot : A fabulous large rare Daum, Nancy French Crystal vase with beautiful fluid form. Etched Daum of France to base. Established at the end of the 19th century, The Daum family created one of Frances most prominent glassware companies.
Quick History of Daum Glass (Nancy, France)
Daum is one of France’s most celebrated art glass makers, founded in 1878 in Nancy by Jean Daum, a lawyer who acquired a small glassworks. His sons, Auguste and Antonin Daum, transformed the company into a leader of the Art Nouveau movement.
Key Moments in Daum’s History
1. Early Years (1878–1890s)
Initially produced mostly utilitarian glassware.
By the late 1880s, the Daum brothers began experimenting with artistic glass inspired by the natural world.
Their workshop attracted talented artists and became a creative hub in Nancy.
2. Art Nouveau Golden Age (1890–1914)
Daum became a central force in the École de Nancy, a major Art Nouveau collective.
Famous for:
Acid-etched decoration
Multilayer cameo glass
Realistic botanical motifs (flowers, leaves, landscapes)
Rich colours and layered techniques
They exhibited at world fairs and won major awards, notably the 1900 Paris Exposition Universelle, cementing their international reputation.
3. Post-WWI and Art Deco (1920s–1930s)
After World War I, Daum shifted to Art Deco influences.
Created geometric designs, heavy crystal forms, and new techniques like pâte-de-verre (glass paste), often in collaboration with the sculptor Almaric Walter.
4. Mid-Century to Modern Era
Daum continued to innovate in crystal production through the 20th century.
Became known for collaborations with top designers and artists, including:
Salvador Dalí
César Baldaccini
Arman
Hilton McConnico
5. Today
Daum remains one of the few glassmakers still producing pâte-de-verre by hand.
Their pieces are considered luxury decorative art, highly collected worldwide.
The brand remains headquartered in Nancy, maintaining its historical heritage.
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