Val Saint Lambert - Drinking set (3) - Whisky tumblers - Danse de Flore - Crystal

Presented here is a set of three luxury whisky tumblers made of deep cobalt blue overlay glass, richly decorated with gilded classical figural scenes inspired by antiquity, attributed to the renowned Belgian glass manufacturer Val St. Lambert and dating from the interwar period.

The tumblers feature:
• an intense, uniform cobalt blue colour,
• a wide hand-gilded rim,
• a continuous decorative frieze with classical dancing figures and allegorical motifs,
• a heavy, faceted, cut base, characteristic of high-quality European crystal intended for spirits such as whisky or cognac.

The form, colour palette, decorative technique and overall craftsmanship strongly correspond to the production of Val St. Lambert, the renowned Belgian glassworks, particularly to its interwar luxury tableware and decorative glass.

Attribution:
Manufacturer: Val St. Lambert
Country of origin: Belgium
Period: ca. 1920–1940
Material: Cobalt blue glass
Techniques: Overlay / surface decoration, hand-applied gilding
Style: early Art Deco
Type: Whisky tumblers

Condition:
Very good condition
No cracks or chips
Gilding well preserved, with only minimal and natural signs of age
No restorations or repairs

Number of items: 3 whisky tumblers

Collectability:
These tumblers were originally intended for whisky, cognac or other spirits, often as part of a gentleman’s bar or salon set.

Dimensions:
Height: approx. 9–10 cm
Rim diameter: approx. 8–9 cm

Cobalt blue glass with figural gilded decoration from Val St. Lambert is increasingly scarce on the market, especially in matching sets. The quality of the glass, depth of colour and precision of the gilding make this an attractive collector’s lot.