Alexandre Fassianos (1935-2022) - Sculpture, Idilios - 18.5 cm - Glass, glass paste
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Idilios is a contemporary pâte de verre sculpture by Alexandre Fassianos (1935‑2022) in cobalt blue, model Grand modèle, edition 82/200 by Daum France, signed in relief “DAUM FRANCE” and engraved “FASSIANOS”, with a golden metal insert and its original display cartel, in excellent condition, measuring approximately 18.5 cm x 19.5 cm x 5.5 cm.
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Description:
Exceptional and authentic crystal paste sculpture in an intense cobalt blue, born from the exclusive collaboration between the renowned Greek artist Alekos Fassianos (1935-2022) and the prestigious French crystal maker Daum.
This masterful work depicts a stylized profile face with geometric and uncluttered lines characteristic of the artist. The gaze is intensified by a gold metal insert applied in the mass.
Notable features for collectors:
• Prestigious edition number: This is specimen 82 / 200 from a very limited and sought-after art edition.
• Original presentation plaque included: This piece is exceptionally accompanied by its small prism ingot (triangle) in original gold-plated brass. It serves as a gallery plaque with the official engravings: "ALEXANDRE FASSIANOS - IDILIOS - DAUM éditeur France". A rare element often lost over the years, adding substantial historical and aesthetic value.
Technical characteristics:
• Artist: Alekos (Alexandre) Fassianos
• Publisher: Daum France
• Model: Idilios (Grand model)
• Material: Crystal paste / glass paste
• Color: cobalt blue
• Dimensions: Approximately 18.5 cm x 19.5 cm x 5.5 cm
• Signatures: Raised mark "DAUM FRANCE" and engraved "FASSIANOS". Numbered 82/200 under the base.
Condition:
Excellent overall condition. The crystal paste is magnificent, with no chips, cracks, or restorations. The metal insert on the face and the brass plaque are very well preserved. A major collector's piece.
Description:
Exceptional and authentic crystal paste sculpture in an intense cobalt blue, born from the exclusive collaboration between the renowned Greek artist Alekos Fassianos (1935-2022) and the prestigious French crystal maker Daum.
This masterful work depicts a stylized profile face with geometric and uncluttered lines characteristic of the artist. The gaze is intensified by a gold metal insert applied in the mass.
Notable features for collectors:
• Prestigious edition number: This is specimen 82 / 200 from a very limited and sought-after art edition.
• Original presentation plaque included: This piece is exceptionally accompanied by its small prism ingot (triangle) in original gold-plated brass. It serves as a gallery plaque with the official engravings: "ALEXANDRE FASSIANOS - IDILIOS - DAUM éditeur France". A rare element often lost over the years, adding substantial historical and aesthetic value.
Technical characteristics:
• Artist: Alekos (Alexandre) Fassianos
• Publisher: Daum France
• Model: Idilios (Grand model)
• Material: Crystal paste / glass paste
• Color: cobalt blue
• Dimensions: Approximately 18.5 cm x 19.5 cm x 5.5 cm
• Signatures: Raised mark "DAUM FRANCE" and engraved "FASSIANOS". Numbered 82/200 under the base.
Condition:
Excellent overall condition. The crystal paste is magnificent, with no chips, cracks, or restorations. The metal insert on the face and the brass plaque are very well preserved. A major collector's piece.
Details
Era
After 2000
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Country of origin
France
Style
Contemporary
Material
glass paste, Glass
Artist
Alexandre Fassianos (1935-2022)
Title of artwork
Idilios
Signature
Signed
Edition
82/200
Colour
Blue
Condition
Excellent condition
Height
18.5 cm
Width
19.5 cm
Depth
5.5 cm
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