Lalique was born in 1888 from the vision of René‑Jules Lalique – an Art Nouveau jeweller turned pioneering glass artist. His daring use of enamel, glass, and semi‑precious materials transformed the worlds of jewellery and decorative art. By the early 1900s, Lalique had expanded from intricate brooches and perfume bottle flacons into large-scale crystal masterpieces, establishing France’s now-iconic crystal atelier in Wingen‑sur‑Moder, Alsace – still the brand’s sole production site today.
René Lalique’s technical and artistic innovations – including press-moulded glass, frosted (“satiné”) finishes, and opalescent surfaces – were game‑changers in glass craftsmanship, elevating utility objects into timeless art. His creations ranged from exquisite perfume bottles to architectural interiors: stainless columns and wall panels aboard the SS Normandie and glass doors for Prince Yasuhiko Asaka’s Tokyo residence remain icons of Art Deco elegance.
Today, Lalique stands as the pinnacle of French crystal luxury – the “haute couture of glass.” Its designs continue to blend archival motifs with modern Art Deco reinterpretations in decorative objects, jewelry, interiors, and perfumes. From legendary vases like Bacchantes and Mossi to limited‑edition flacons, Lalique’s legacy remains rooted in artistry, transparency, and creative excellence.
Whether in glass or fragrance, Lalique persists in shaping light – sculpting it into pieces that carry emotion, history, and modern fascination.
