Clear Crystal Elephant Dish from Baccarat, France, 1887

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A crystal masterpiece of beautiful proportions, this dish crystallize the extraordinary know-how of the Baccarat craftsmen. The different cuts in … Read more A crystal masterpiece of beautiful proportions, this dish crystallize the extraordinary know-how of the Baccarat craftsmen. The different cuts in the vase produce a magic visual effect. On this Middle East vase are elephants, and on top is a boy sitting with his legs crossed. A beautiful artwork. Baccarat is a French luxury house and manufacturer of fine crystal located in Baccarat since 1764, Meurthe-et-Moselle, France. The company owns two museums: the Musée Baccarat in Baccarat, and the Musée Baccarat in Paris on the Place des États-Unis. Since its founding, the brand has been synonymous with luxury and artistry in fine crystal. This piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
official proof of authenticity,
however it is well documented in design history. I take full responsibility for any authenticity



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