Val Saint Lambert - Tray - kneecaps - Crystal

Elegant solid crystal bowl signed 'Val St Lambert', model 'Patelle', in a luminous chartreuse yellow color characteristic of mid-20th-century creations.

Dating from the 1960s, this piece perfectly illustrates the formal and chromatic explorations of Belgian glassmaking at that time, where material, color, and movement are harnessed to create unprecedented sculptural compositions. The signature engraved with a fine point beneath the circular base attests to its authenticity and provenance.

The cut adopts an organic shape with three generous lobes, creating a silhouette reminiscent of a floating leaf or a stylized sea shell — hence the model name. These three 'sides' allow for a reading that is both fluid and dynamic, each crystal panel unfolding in a soft curve with no sharp angles. The thickness of the crystal, particularly well-controlled, accentuates the visual depth of the material, while the outer surface, smooth and uninterrupted, interacts with slightly recessed internal volumes that catch and refract light. The circular base, discreet but stable, extends the line of the cut with sobriety, making the whole an object that is both architectural and fluid.

The overall condition of the coupe is perfect, with the exception of a few very light signs of wear inside the basin, from delicate use, and discreet marks of use under the foot. No cracks, nor notable chips, nor alteration of the color to report. The crystal’s clarity remains intact, and the chartreuse yellow retains all its depth without any deposits or perceptible hazes.

During the 1950s–1960s, the Cristallerie du Val Saint Lambert, established in Seraing near Liège, underwent a period of stylistic innovation, exploring organic shapes and vivid colors, while reaffirming the virtuosity of its glassmaking craft. Pieces such as “Patelle” bear witness to a successful synthesis between the tradition of cut crystal and a post-war expressive modernity, where matter becomes sculpture and color, a component of decorative expression. This model thus sits within one of the most creative phases in the history of the manufacture, where aesthetics and technique combine to produce objects with a strong visual presence.

The dimensions are:
- Upper diameter: 31.5 centimeters,
- Base diameter: 7.8 centimeters.
- Height: 9.2 centimeters,
- Weight: 5300 grams.

The cup will be carefully packaged and shipped quickly in a secure manner. Local pickup and combined delivery are available. Photos are part of the description.