Preliminary identification
Photo reference
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Overview
A stunning example of Marc Lalique's post-war design, this bowl features a rhythmic pattern of overlapping plane tree leaves. The interplay between the satin-finished frosted crystal and the polished clear highlights creates a luminous, organic glow that mimics sunlight filtering through foliage.
Story
Marc Lalique designed this in 1951 to honor the iconic plane trees lining the Champs-Élysées. It captured the spirit of a revitalized Paris, turning the city's natural beauty into a permanent, frozen sculpture of light.
Maker / Origin
René Lalique revolutionized glassmaking with Art Nouveau and Art Deco designs, but it was his son, Marc, who transitioned the company into the era of heavy, brilliant lead crystal. Marc's technical mastery allowed for deeper relief and more dramatic light refraction, cementing the brand's status as the pinnacle of French luxury.
Condition & Value
The bowl appears to be in excellent condition with no visible chips to the delicate leaf tips. Any 'flea bites' or scratches on the base would slightly lower the value, but the clarity looks superb. Excellent condition maintains the high end of the range.
Full Research
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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.