Green Overlay Crystal Glasses from Baccarat, 1940, Set of 7

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Luxury at its finest, set of 6 high-end glasses by baccarat and 1 carafe by saint lois in green double-layered … Read more Luxury at its finest, set of 6 high-end glasses by baccarat and 1 carafe by saint lois in green double-layered crystal with a beautiful carved decor. 1. Wine glasses baccarat: h 7.67" (19,5 cm); d 3.34" (8,5 cm) 2. Decanter saint louis: h 16.53" (42 cm); d 3.14" (8 cm) baccarat in 1764, in eastern france, a group of daring craftsmen set out to transform the four elements of nature – earth, air, fire and water – into glass of absolute quality. In 1816, they perfected their well-kept secret formula to obtain a crystal of unparalleled purity. In 1855, for the first world fair in paris, baccarat unveiled its unique original, soulful craftsmanship to the world. Saint louis the compagnie des cristalleries de saint louis is a corporation, founded in 1586 in saint-louis-lès-bitche in lorraine. It is the oldest glass manufacturer in france with roots dating back to 1586 and the first crystal glass manufacturer in continental europe (1781). This piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
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however it is well documented in design history. I take full responsibility for any authenticity



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