Art Deco ‘Valambert’ Crystal Toilet Set – 1935 - Charles Graffart for Val Saint Lambert A masterful interplay of warm amber and optical-clear lead crystal, this Art Deco toilet set radiates architectural elegance. The prismatic star-cut bodies catch light like stepped skyscraper facades, while the sculptural fan-shaped stoppers rise like miniature Deco monuments. A rare ensemble that transforms any vanity, vitrine or interior styling into a refined design statement. Object details • Designer: Charles Graffart for Val Saint Lambert (Belgium) • Decor: Valambert (Luxval line) • Catalogue appearance: Luxval 1935 (Valambert model) • Material: hand-crafted lead crystal (amber + clear, also referred to as “bleikristal”) • Manufacturing method: mouth-blown and hand-cut, with natural air-bubble inclusions and subtle thickness variations typical of 1930s artisanal crystal craftsmanship Composition of the set: 1 perfume bottle with stopper 1 perfume atomiser bottle (originally fitted with a pump mechanism; now decorative sprayer cap present) 2 covered vanity jars / bowls with lid Condition: Very good overall condition. Minimal traces of use consistent with age, including a few tiny, superficial chips. These are minor, stable, and do not detract from the visual appeal or usability of the set. No cracks. See photo's. A sculptural, atmospheric 1930s vanity set that exemplifies the warm, graphic and high-end quality character of Belgian Art Deco crystal design – an investment piece with lasting visual impact. Height • Perfume bottle with stopper: approx. 17 cm • Covered vanity jar/bowl: approx. 15 • Perfume atomiser bottle: approx. 10,5 cm Historical context Produced during the high point of Luxval (the artistic glassware division of Val Saint Lambert), the 1930s Valambert range embodied modernity and glamour at an attainable luxury tier. Charles Graffart, one of the leading designers of Val Saint Lambert, introduced sculptural yet geometric silhouettes, often using coloured crystal and pressed-glass optical patterns that echoed the bold forms of contemporary Belgian Art Deco architecture and machine-age optimism. Val Saint Lambert crystal remains internationally collected for its combination of artistic ambition and high-end quality glass mastery. Provenance • From a private Belgian collection, acquired as part of a curated decorative arts ensemble • A genuine period Luxval / Valambert set – a historically documented Graffart design Shipping and handling • Carefully packed using professional-grade double boxing, cushioning and edge protection • Shipped registered and insured • Next-day dispatch after label release • International bidders welcome