Verreries de Laeken - Vase - Manganese - Art Deco

Art Deco grand vase in clear gold-trinted glass, made by Verreries de Laeken, a Brussels manufactory whose production testifies to the Belgian glassmaking craftsmanship of the 20th century. The piece is distinguished by its generous, elegantly curved silhouette, as well as by the refined combination of satin surfaces and gilded decorations that give it a remarkable decorative presence.

The vase features a decoration composed of sinuously carved or frosted motifs on the glass, alternating with several horizontal bands adorned with fine gold lines. The contrast between the transparency of the glass, the satin parts, and the metallic highlights gracefully emphasizes the curves of its form. It measures 25 cm in height, with a diameter of over 16.3 cm and a base diameter of 9.7 cm. Its weight is 800 grams. It retains its original commercial label bearing the mentions “Made in Belgium – Laeken – 1/2 Cristal – Hand Made,” a particularly interesting testimony to its identification and manufacture.

The piece is in excellent condition. The gilded decoration remains clearly present and the original label is still attached to the vase. No notable damage to report.

This piece can be dated to around 1935–1940, during the late Art Deco period. Verreries de Laeken, based in Brussels, notably marketed demi-crystal creations under the name “Laeken Cristal.” The presence of the original label, also mentioning artisanal manufacture (“Hand Made”), constitutes a valuable documentary element. Thus, this vase illustrates a Belgian production where decorative elegance, glass craftsmanship, and gilded ornaments combine with great finesse.