What is Art deco
Glass - Art Deco is a name derived from an exhibition in Paris in
1925 (the Exposition des Arts Decoratifs et industriels Modernes)
where the finest French artists exhibited their pieces in this new
style.
It has been referred to as the perfect expression
of the extravagance of Paris during the 1920's and is renowned for
its opulence and exclusivity.
Art Deco glass uses geometric patterns, bold colours, exuberant,
sometimes stylised, female figures, and animal motifs.
Major designers of Art Deco glass were Rene
Lalique, Maurice Marinot, Daum
Freres, Marius Sabino,
Etling, Schneider, Gabriel Argy-Rousseau, and Francois Decorchemont.
In Sweden Art Deco glass was made by Orrefors,
in Britain it was produced by Joblings, Bagley, Stevens & Williams,
Davidson, Sowerby, and Moncrieff.
In Belgium there was a series of Art Deco pieces made by Val
St. Lambert, and in Germany it was made by Auguste Walther and
Sohne.
If you're looking to add to your collection, why not have a flick
through our Art
Deco Glass for Sale section.
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