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1928 Lalique Opalescent Glass Sultane Box & Cover
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French Name :
Sultane
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'Sultane', an extremely rare opalescent glass box and cover, depicting a seated nude, squatting down, cross legged, her hands held behind her backward swept head. The base of the box decorated with stylised leaf decoration. Square section. Opalescence of a good strong blue intensity, centring on the figure and base. Etched mark R.Lalique, France. Originally made in opalescent glass, later only made in frosted and stained glass, and discontinued in 1939.
References
- Featured in the catalogue, René Lalique Museum, Suwa, Japan 1992, pg.68.
- Cigar Aficionado, Autumn 1992, pg.109.
- Rene Lalique Exhibition Catalogue, Odakyu Museum, Tokyo, 28th July - 15th August 1993, pg.166.
- Felix Marcilhac, R.Lalique, Catalogue Raisonee, de L’oeuvre de verre, Les Editions de L’Amateur, Paris ref. no. 83.
One of only three opalescent examples known to exist.
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First Introduced :
7th December 1928
Catalogue No. :
83
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Dimension :
150mm high, Base 140mm square.
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Condition :
Superb original condition without restoration. Base and figure in superb condition.
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