Val Saint Lambert - Vase - Austerlitz - Crystal
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Rare Austerlitz crystal vase by Val Saint Lambert; mid‑century modern, 25 cm high, 12 cm wide, 10 cm base, weight 1681 g, Belgium origin, signed under the base with Val St Lambert, original gold label, plus two minor age-related flaws (base edge chip and small gilded rim chip).
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Rare Vase "Austerlitz" Val Saint Lambert – Crystal & Fine Gold (Vintage)
Elevate your interior with this prestigious piece from the famous Belgian crystal-maker Val Saint Lambert. The model "Austerlitz" is a true work of art, marrying the clarity of cut crystal with the elegance of a gold-leaf decoration in fine gold on a frosted (satin) body.
A characterful piece, heavy and very stable, perfect for dressing an étagère or completing a collection of luxury crystal.
→ Technical characteristics
• Origin: Val Saint Lambert (Belgium)
• Model: Austerlitz - Gold Leaves
• Material: Cut superior crystal
• Dimensions: Height 25 cm x Width (neck) 12 cm x Base 10 cm
• Exact weight: 1681 grams
→ Exceptional Authenticity & Traceability
• Hand-engraved signature at the base underside "Val St Lambert" (very clear, see photos).
• Original gold-foil label from the period present on the neck.
• Original caution sticker from the era "Do not wash with detergent" still intact under the base.
The piece has some signs of use and two visible defects shown in the close-up photos:
• A definite chipped edge on the base rim (under the vase, does not affect stability and is invisible when the vase is displayed).
• A small discreet chip on the gold trim of the upper neck (see dedicated photo).
This is a superb opportunity to acquire an authentic, signed piece.
Rare Vase "Austerlitz" Val Saint Lambert – Crystal & Fine Gold (Vintage)
Elevate your interior with this prestigious piece from the famous Belgian crystal-maker Val Saint Lambert. The model "Austerlitz" is a true work of art, marrying the clarity of cut crystal with the elegance of a gold-leaf decoration in fine gold on a frosted (satin) body.
A characterful piece, heavy and very stable, perfect for dressing an étagère or completing a collection of luxury crystal.
→ Technical characteristics
• Origin: Val Saint Lambert (Belgium)
• Model: Austerlitz - Gold Leaves
• Material: Cut superior crystal
• Dimensions: Height 25 cm x Width (neck) 12 cm x Base 10 cm
• Exact weight: 1681 grams
→ Exceptional Authenticity & Traceability
• Hand-engraved signature at the base underside "Val St Lambert" (very clear, see photos).
• Original gold-foil label from the period present on the neck.
• Original caution sticker from the era "Do not wash with detergent" still intact under the base.
The piece has some signs of use and two visible defects shown in the close-up photos:
• A definite chipped edge on the base rim (under the vase, does not affect stability and is invisible when the vase is displayed).
• A small discreet chip on the gold trim of the upper neck (see dedicated photo).
This is a superb opportunity to acquire an authentic, signed piece.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Weight
1681 g
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
Belgium
Model
Austerlitz
Material
Crystal
Style
Mid-century modern
Manufacturer/brand
Val Saint Lambert
Colour
Transparent
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
25 cm
Width
12 cm
Depth
10 cm
Estimated period
1950-1960
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