By Lauren Jade Hill
Drawing on the source of inspiration Lalique’s identity was originally built on, the latest collection takes nature as its muse, from tropical flora to the urban wilderness. Within the Nature Sauvage collection, items exhibiting a fresh take on classic Lalique designs feature alongside entirely new creations; the iconic Champs-Élysées bowl, which was first designed in 1951 by Marc Lalique, has now been given a new look through alternative sizes and colors, while the rhinoceros design transpired from numerous requests from design aficionados; the rhino often features in artworks as a symbol of strength and protection.
Contrasts abound throughout the collection, from the powerful designs of the lion, rhinoceros, gorilla, crocodile and hippopotamus, to the fall leaves that distinguish many of the key items, and the overlaid tropical flora of the Palme vase. And as each piece is handmade by Lalique’s skilled artisans, precise craftsmanship enhances the purity of crystal used. We take a look at some of the items in this new collection by the self-proclaimed sculptor of light.
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Champs Élysées grand size bowl in clear and deep green, limited edition of 99 pieces, $13,500
Rhinoceros sculpture in pink luster, limited edition of 17 pieces, price on request, also available in clear and black
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Lions sculpture in clear, limited edition of 12 pieces, $34,000, also available in black
Champs-Élysées vase in gold luster, $6,700, also available in clear
Gorilla sculpture in black, $1,650, also available in clear
Crocodile smartphone or tablet holder sculpture in clear, $1,150, also available in black
Hippopotamus smartphone holder sculpture in black, $995, also available in clear
Palme vase in clear and deep green, limited edition of 99 pieces, $14,500
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