Crystal Centerpiece Bowl from Vannes, 1950s

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An exceptional hand-blown and hand-worked crystal centerpiece, a masterpiece of french glassmaking from the 1950s. Its spectacular, organic silhouette irresistibly … Read more An exceptional hand-blown and hand-worked crystal centerpiece, a masterpiece of french glassmaking from the 1950s. Its spectacular, organic silhouette irresistibly evokes a manta ray with outstretched wings or a butterfly in full flight, a testament to a creative spirit firmly rooted in the art deco aesthetic.

the piece rests on a solid, truncated conical base, elegantly ribbed with vertical ribs, from which graceful scrolls rise to support the body of the bowl. This body blossoms into a wide, oval collar with tapered ends, its curves both airy and refined. The crystal, of absolutely remarkable clarity and brilliance, testifies to the exceptional technical virtuosity of the blowing and hot-working techniques.

the base of the piece bears an engraved signature: cristal de vannes.

in very good overall condition, with no chips or apparent cracks. A few minor surface scratches consistent with age and use, which do not detract from its overall appearance.

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