Preliminary identification
Photo reference
1 uploaded photo
Overview
A stunning heavy-lead crystal bowl featuring a rhythmic pattern of frosted and clear stylized plane tree leaves. Designed by Marc Lalique in 1951, this piece captures the essence of the famous Parisian boulevard's foliage in a sculptural, light-refracting form.
Story
Marc Lalique designed this in 1951 to honor the iconic plane trees lining the Champs-Élysées. It transformed the family legacy from Art Nouveau glass into the bold, heavy crystal luxury that defines modern French elegance.
Maker / Origin
Founded by René Lalique, the master of Art Nouveau jewelry and glass, the company transitioned under his son Marc to focus on high-contrast lead crystal. Marc's technical innovations allowed for larger, more architectural pieces that became symbols of post-war French prestige.
Condition & Value
The bowl appears to be in excellent condition with no visible chips to the delicate leaf tips. Minor shelf wear on the base is expected; significant scratches or 'flea bites' on the leaf edges would reduce value by 30%.
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Comparable demand stays strongest where maker, originality, and venue confidence line up. Broader examples still trade, but the range tightens quickly when provenance, condition, or selling lane fit is missing.
Best Venue
Specialty auction or a focused dealer with buyers already in this lane.
Signed example with light edge wear and original frame.
Comparable format with stronger provenance and cleaner surface.
Smaller related piece with visible craquelure and trimmed margins.
Period match with softer condition and weaker subject matter.
Close market lane comp with similar material and presentation.