René Lalique, a name that has left an unmistakable mark on both Art Deco and Art Nouveau, the French version of Art Nouveau, in the world of jewelry and glass art. Born on April 6, 1860 in the tranquil village of Ay in Champagne, his artistic path paved the way for him to become a major entrepreneur and company founder. His story ended in the metropolis of Paris, where he died on May 1, 1945. Lalique's early life was marked by change and constancy in art. Born the son of a commercial agent, his family's path took him to Paris as early as 1862. He began his training in drawing with Jean-Marie Leguien at the Collège Turgot, while also learning the techniques of jewelry art. After his father's death in 1876, Lalique continued his education at the École des Arts Décoratifs and served an apprenticeship with Louis Aucoc, a respected jeweler in Paris. A two-year study trip to London at Sydenham College formed his signature drawing style, which was strongly influenced by natural forms and would later inform his jewelry art.
As a young artist, Lalique returned to Paris and began his professional career as a draftsman and designer for various jewelers. In 1884, he founded the firm Lalique & Varenne with the jeweler Varenne. His drawings attracted a great deal of attention at the National Exhibition of Decorative Arts at the Louvre. Towards the end of 1885, Lalique took over an existing art workshop. His ability to combine precious materials such as gold, pearls, and gemstones with cheaper materials such as enamel, ivory, horn, semi-precious stones, common stones, and glass revolutionized the art of jewelry. Despite these rather simple materials, his jewelry enjoyed great popularity with the public. His career reached a peak when he was able to open his own store in a posh neighborhood in 1890. Despite the challenges of his personal life, including the birth of a daughter out of wedlock and working for celebrities such as actress Sarah Bernhardt, Lalique remained true to his artistic expression. His unconventional style was clearly evident in the world of Art Nouveau. Lalique's work reflected the themes and forms of Art Nouveau, including curved shapes and natural motifs such as birds and plants. From 1895 he fully expressed his unique style, especially in his work as a medalist.
In 1911, Lalique exhibited exclusively works in glass for the first time at a major sales exhibition in Paris. From that time on, he said goodbye to the art of jewelry and devoted himself entirely to the art of glass. After the First World War, he returned to artisan glass production. In 1921, he opened another factory in Wingen-sur-Moder, which is still the production site of today's Lalique company. René Lalique died on May 1, 1945. He was buried in the Père Lachaise cemetery in Paris. René Lalique was a true master of art whose dedication and talent left a lasting mark on the world of jewelry and glass art. His artwork was displayed in a variety of prestigious institutions around the world and served as inspiration for countless artists after him. Lalique's influence is still felt today, and his work is as timeless as ever.
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.jpg "Replique Scent Bottle, Worn as a Pendant by Lalique, c.1902 by Rene Jules Lalique")
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_-_(MeisterDrucke-322356).jpg "Ibis Vase, 1934 by Rene Jules Lalique")
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.jpg "Pendant with satin finish and lightly polished relief by Lalique, c.1902 by Rene Jules Lalique")
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.jpg "\"Marignane\" Vase, Designed May 11 by Rene Jules Lalique")
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_-_(MeisterDrucke-910023).jpg "Nadica; a very rare molded glass vase depicting two mermaids, c. 1930s by Rene Jules Lalique")
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.jpg "Serpent, Oviform Amber Glass Vase by Lalique by Rene Jules Lalique")
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.jpg "Trepied Sirene, opalescent dish (detail) by Rene Jules Lalique")
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.jpg "Suzanne at the Bath, Opalescent Glass Statuette by Rene Jules Lalique")
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.jpg "Bacchantes, an opalescent vase with a frieze of dancing females by Rene Jules Lalique")
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.jpg "Whirpools Vase, 1926 by Rene Jules Lalique")
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.jpg "Bracelet with gold, glass, enamel and chalcedony owls and leaves by Rene Jules Lalique")
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.jpg "Pendant with frosted glass surface by Lalique, c.1902 by Rene Jules Lalique")
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.jpg "\"Anvers\" Bowl by Rene Jules Lalique")
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.jpg "Heavy Moulded Vase with Wave Design in Polished Relief by Lalique, c.1902 by Rene Jules Lalique")
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.jpg "Hair Ornament, c.1900 by Rene Jules Lalique")
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.jpg "Various glass brooches, seals and pendants by Rene Jules Lalique")
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.jpg "Boule de Gui, a green-stained hanging shade by Rene Jules Lalique")
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.jpg "Art Nouveau: Necklace in Gold, Topaz and Enamels. Atelier Rene Lalique. 1900 by Rene Jules Lalique")
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.jpg "Coquilles, an opalescent glass vase moulded with overlying scallop shells by Lalique by Rene Jules Lalique")
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.jpg "A Lalique Pendant, Formed as an Art Nouveau Maiden")
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.jpg "Gold, silver and copper rings with enamel, opal, pearls, amethysts and brilliant diamonds by Rene Jules Lalique")
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_radiator_cap_-_(MeisterDrucke-1089524).jpg "Coq Nain (little bantam) radiator cap by Rene Jules Lalique")
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_-_(MeisterDrucke-910885).jpg "Five Horses by Rene Jules Lalique")
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.jpg "Plaque for Eagles and Pine Choker by Rene Jules Lalique")
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.jpg "Deux aigles by Lalique, c.1902 by Rene Jules Lalique")
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.jpg "Rare Levrier mascot by Rene Jules Lalique")
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.jpg "Female Face Pendant, c1898-1900 by Rene Jules Lalique")
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.jpg "Coiled snake pendant with chain, by Rene Jules Lalique, Paris, 1898-99 by Rene Jules Lalique")
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.jpg "Deux Sirenes; an extremely rare moulded glass chandelier by Rene Jules Lalique")
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_-_(MeisterDrucke-910011).jpg "Various glass car mascots (of birds, fish, horses and a human head) by Rene Jules Lalique")
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_-_(MeisterDrucke-910019).jpg "Bouchon Trois Hirondelles No. 496, c.1920 by Rene Jules Lalique")
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.jpg "Vase Veronique; one of a pair of moulded glass appliques by Rene Jules Lalique")
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.jpg "Selection of pearl jewellery: three-row pearl necklace with diamond clips; bouton shaped Southsea cultured pearl earrings; gold and enamel brooch by Lalique, c.1900 by Rene Jules Lalique")
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.jpg "Lalique Car Mascot of a Dragonfly with Open Wings by Rene Jules Lalique")
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.jpg "Phalenes Bowl by Lalique (detail) by Rene Jules Lalique")
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.jpg "Deux Cavaliers; A Rare Glass Luminaire by Rene Jules Lalique")
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.jpg "Serpent, Amber Glass Vase by R. Lalique, 1924 by Rene Jules Lalique")
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