Renee Lalique was a French artist who explored art nouveau and art deco
styles in his glassware creations. His talents were recognized at a young age and he became the apprentice of the French jeweler, Lois Aucoc until be turned 21.
Lalique began manufacturing for himself shortly after is a well equipped workshop. He was known to use the most
innovative production methods available giving his work a mass market.
At the apex of his productiveness over 600 employees worked under in Lalique's factories. He was considered one of the first to bring art to the mass market but some criticized the commercial nature of his enterprise.
People were not concerned about the quantities of his works released. It was his ability to design that captured people's imagination. He recreated natural forms in glass based on human, animal and plant inspirations. Apart from his glass work other pieces were created using precious gems, coral, ivory and other natural treasures. Many items made were jewelery created with the expertise gained in his former training.
His crystal ornaments and other collectibles fetch premium prices in
today's auctions. Antique collectors search for his pieces but few
Lalique items turn up so easily. Lalique are widely known for their classic vases and decorative light fixtures but collectors also seek out his perfume bottles, clocks and car hood ornaments.
Lalique's namesake lives on in the modern day manufacturing plant. Current creations are marketed to buyers looking for an exclusive name in glassware.
On this page you can always find current auctions of Lalique fine
collectibles. You can bid from the comfort of your lounge room without
ever having to go to the auction hall. New pieces are always being made
available and some sell for way below the expected prices. The nature
of the auction format means you will only ever pay what you are
prepared to offer the Lalique item you desire.
