Rene Lalique Opalescent Glass 'Naiade' Statuette
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Description
Rene Lalique Opalescent Glass 'Naiade' Statuette. Grey stained details. Features a naiad crouching, holding a shell(?) up to her ear. In Greek mythology, the naiads are a type of female spirit or nymph, with fish tails. They preside over wells, fountains, springs, streams, brooks and other bodies of fresh water. Maker's mark, 'R LALIQUE' moulded to the tail. Engraved, 'Lalique' to the underside. Book reference: 'R. LALIQUE Catalogue Raisonné De L'Oeuvre De Verre', by Felix Marcilhac. Les Editions De L'Amateur. Figure 832.
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More Information
Documentation: Signed Origin: France Period: 1920-1949 Condition: Very good. A few visible surface mold lines and small air bubble to the base, all from original manufacture. Creation Date: 1920 Styles / Movements: Traditional Dealer Reference #: 22820 Incollect Reference #: 550143
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