One of the world’s foremost crystal manufacturers, Baccarat has long been emblematic of luxury and exquisite craftsmanship. Starting in the early 19th century, objects produced by the French company — from stemware to chandeliers to brightly colored paperweights — became a staple of noble and wealthy households across Europe and as far afield as India. Along with the purity and quality of their glass, Baccarat crystal makers can boast a remarkable fluency with a range of design styles — from cut-glass neoclassical pieces to sinuously etched Art Nouveau designs.
Baccarat began as a kind of industrial development project. In 1764, the Bishop of Metz and other landowners in heavily forested northeastern France persuaded Louis XV to sanction a glassworks in the area — timber being a key resource required for the furnaces used in glass production.
In its early years the company produced humble products such as window panes and simple drinking glasses. In 1816 a new owner began making crystal, and seven years later Louis XVIII — who had taken the throne after the defeat of Napoleon — gave Baccarat its first royal commission, for tableware. In the ensuing years, an estimated one-third of the company’s workforce was dedicated to commissions to the Russian imperial court alone.
Spurred by the intense competition between global industries in the latter 19th century — fought in public view in the many world expositions of the era — Compagnie des Cristalleries de Baccarat, as it had finally become known, elevated its level of artistry by adopting new technologies and creating a rigorous training program. The firm broadened its stylistic range, embracing Asian influences and new engraving methods, and increasing production of its now iconic millefiori paperweights.
The designer Georges Chevalier, who worked for Baccarat for more than five decades beginning in 1916, ushered the company into the realm of modernist design. In recent years, Baccarat has employed such renowned contemporary designers as Philippe Starck and Marcel Wanders, ensuring that Baccarat crystal will continue to enjoy pride of place on up-to-date tables. But as you will see from the offerings on these pages, Baccarat has items to suit any taste.
Find antique Compagnie des Cristalleries de Baccarat furniture and decorative objects for sale on 1stDibs.
Art Deco Rocroy Perfume Baccarat Flacon, L. T. Piver Parfumerie Paris c. 1925
By Cristalleries De Baccarat
Located in Miami, FL
Cristalleries de Baccarat produced the Art Deco flacon #550 for the Rocroy perfume of the lengendary Parisian perfume shop L.T. Piver and it is attributed to designer Louis Sue. Th...
Crystal
Tall Baccarat perfume bottle, Cavour pattern enhanced with fine gold
By Cristalleries De Baccarat
Located in GRENOBLE, FR
A fine Art Deco Baccarat crystal perfume bottle, Cut pattern "Cavour". Our bottle is a rare conical version of the model (while perfume bottles are normally cylindric) that makes it ...
Crystal
1913 Baccarat - Perfume Bottle Toujours Fidele Crystal For d'Orsay
By Baccarat, Cristalleries De Baccarat
Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR
Perfume bottle “Toujours Fidèle” made in clear crystal with grey patina on stopper by Baccarat in 1913 for D'Orsay. Stamped signature. Perfect condition. Height: 9 cm
Crystal
$3,306 / set
H 10.24 in W 11.42 in D 4.14 in
Nice Baccarat Crystal and Jacques Adnet Liquor Bottles Set
By Baccarat, Jacques Adnet
Located in Brussels, BE
Nice Baccarat crystal and Jacques Adnet liquor bottles set, circa 1930. In perfect and original conditions. With key.
Crystal, Metal
Art Deco vase – Belgium 1925
By Boch La Louviere
Located in Girona, Girona
Art Deco vase in enamelled ceramic with floral and geometric motifs, partially gilded handles and base. Created by Raymond Chevallier (1900-1959), successor to Charles Catteau. Produ...
Ceramic
Crystal Perfume Bottle with Stopper
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A beautiful cut glass or crystal perfume bottle. The bulbous bottle with the elongated matching Stopper is lovely combination The piece is a nice stand-alone piece or works well as...
Crystal
$276Sale Price|30% Off
H 1.75 in Dm 1.88 in
BACCARAT - Julien Viard - 'Le Narcisse Noir' - Perfume Bottle - France - C. 1911
By Baccarat
Located in Chatham, ON
BACCARAT (Manufacturer) - Julien Viard (Designer) - 'CARON - Le Narcisse Noir' (Perfume Manufacturer / Name) - Art Nouveau crystal perfume bottle designed by Viard in 1911 - featurin...
Crystal
Art Nouveau Perfume Flacon
Located in New Orleans, LA
The elegance of rare silver overlay distinguishes this Art Nouveau glass flask. The flowing, graceful motif allows sections of the clear glass, and the co...
Sterling Silver
$2,400 / set
H 7.5 in Dm 3.5 in
Pair French Pink Opaline Perfume Bottles with Green Serpents Attrib. Baccarat
By Baccarat
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Pair of French Pink Opaline Perfume Bottles with Applied Green Serpents Attributed to Baccarat A striking and highly decorative pair of French opaline glass perfume bottles attribut...
Opaline Glass
$483Sale Price|25% Off
H 3.94 in W 2.5 in D 1.6 in
Victor Leneuf 1925 French Art Deco Geometric Glass Perfume Bottle .950 Silver
By Victor Leneuf
Located in Miami, FL
French art deco perfume bottle designed by Victor Leneuf (1885-1935). Beautiful perfume flask bottle, created in Paris France during th...
Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel
French Victorian Baccarat Crystal Perfume Bottle
By Baccarat
Located in Queens, NY
French Victorian clear Baccarat crystal perfume bottle with swirl design and stopper
Crystal
French Art Deco Baccarat Glass Perfume Bottle, Faceted Design
By Baccarat
Located in Queens, NY
French Art Deco oval glass perfume bottle with a faceted, flat octagonal stopper (signed BACCARAT) (as is-crack on top)
Glass
Fine Handcut Crystal Grand Lauderlale Perfume Flacon
By Reflections Copenhagen
Located in Geneve, CH
Fine handcut crystal grand Lauderlale perfume flacon. Materials: Fine handcut crystal Dimensions: D 11 x W 11 x H 32.5 cm Weight: 3.16 kg. Reflections Copenhagen, a collection of handmade decorative mirrors and Crystal pieces, finely balanced to Challenge the traditional styles and shapes of todays’ homes by adding new dimensions and possibilities to interior decorating. Julie Hugau and Andrea Larsson, inspired by the graphic expression of Art Deco, the vast contrasts of the 1980s and the opportunity to explore the delicate materials that the mirrors are made of, combined their visions and the start of Reflections was a fact. The collection sums up their perspectives of how to provide new expressions through strength and form, the mirrors are designed with a strong visual structure to create a contrast of light and reflections through non-traditional mirror images. A concept built on Julie’s flair for design and production, Andrea’s eye for interior and colors together with their shared vision of creating a product that unites art and decor. Remember, everything in your life is a reflection of a choice you made. If you want a different result, make a different choice Welcome to the world of Reflections. The beauty of craftsmanship All Reflections...
Crystal
Le Dandy D'Orsay Black Baccarat Glass Perfume Bottle, 1920s
Located in Roma, IT
Vintage Le Dandy d'Orsay Art Deco Black Baccarat Glass Perfume Bottle. Very good condition.
Art Glass
French Art Deco Baccarat Perfume Bottle for Guerlain, 20th Century
By Baccarat
Located in Queens, NY
French Art Deco glass perfume bottle with scrolled shoulders and a heart shaped stopper ( by BACCARAT for Guerlain \"Mitsouko or L\'heure Bleu\")
Glass
Sold
H 4.5 in Dm 5.5 in
Pair of French 19th Century Baccarat Crystal Perfume Bottles with Cutaway Motifs
By Cristalleries De Baccarat
Located in Atlanta, GA
A pair of French Baccarat Crystal perfume bottles from the 19th century with stoppers and cutaway motifs. A pair of French Baccarat Crystal perfume bottles from the 19th century, exu...
Crystal
Sold
H 7.29 in Dm 0.04 in
1949 Christian Dior Perfume Bottle Miss Dior in Clear & Blue Crystal Gold Enamel
By Cristalleries De Baccarat, Christian Dior, Baccarat
Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR
Perfume bottle "Miss Dior" made in clear and blue cristal with gold enamel for Christian Dior in 1949 by Baccarat. Entitled in golden letters. "Baccara...
Crystal