Saint Louis - Vase - Versailles - Crystal






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Saint-Louis crystal vase, Versailles model, signed under the base, France, dating from circa 1960–1980, with height 20 cm, diameter 13 cm, weight about 2–3 kg, in excellent condition with only minor signs of wear.
Description from the seller
Cut crystal vase signed Saint-Louis, Versailles model (or close), France, circa 1960–1980
Description :
Magnificent vase in solid cut crystal from the prestigious Saint-Louis manufactory, one of the oldest French crystal works founded in the 16th century and renowned for the excellence of its craftsmanship.
This model, attributed to the Versailles decoration, is distinguished by a rich and deep cut combining wide vertical flutes with a central frieze of diamond points, resting on a finely worked star-shaped base.
The ensemble offers exceptional brilliance and remarkable light refraction.
The signature engraved under the base attests to its authenticity.
With its timeless elegance and structured design, this piece perfectly embodies the classic style revisited by Saint-Louis in the 20th century, inspired by the decorative arts of the 18th century.
Characteristics :
Manufacture: Saint-Louis (signed under the base)
Model: Versailles
Origin: France
Era: circa 1960 – 1980
Material: solid cut crystal
Dimensions: height 20 cm – diameter 13 cm
Weight: heavy piece, approximately 2 to 3 kg
Condition: excellent condition, no chips or cracks
Appreciation :
Very beautiful collectible piece, decorative and representative of the savoir-faire of the great French crystal manufacturers. Suitable for use as a centerpiece as well as a display item.
Cut crystal vase signed Saint-Louis, Versailles model (or close), France, circa 1960–1980
Description :
Magnificent vase in solid cut crystal from the prestigious Saint-Louis manufactory, one of the oldest French crystal works founded in the 16th century and renowned for the excellence of its craftsmanship.
This model, attributed to the Versailles decoration, is distinguished by a rich and deep cut combining wide vertical flutes with a central frieze of diamond points, resting on a finely worked star-shaped base.
The ensemble offers exceptional brilliance and remarkable light refraction.
The signature engraved under the base attests to its authenticity.
With its timeless elegance and structured design, this piece perfectly embodies the classic style revisited by Saint-Louis in the 20th century, inspired by the decorative arts of the 18th century.
Characteristics :
Manufacture: Saint-Louis (signed under the base)
Model: Versailles
Origin: France
Era: circa 1960 – 1980
Material: solid cut crystal
Dimensions: height 20 cm – diameter 13 cm
Weight: heavy piece, approximately 2 to 3 kg
Condition: excellent condition, no chips or cracks
Appreciation :
Very beautiful collectible piece, decorative and representative of the savoir-faire of the great French crystal manufacturers. Suitable for use as a centerpiece as well as a display item.
