For collectors, Daum is a name in the first rank of the French makers of art glass, along with those of Émile Gallé and René Lalique. Led in its early decades by the brothers Auguste (1853–1909) and Antonin Daum (1864–1931), the company, based in the city of Nancy, established its reputation in the Art Nouveau period, and later successfully adopted the Art Deco style.
In 1878, lawyer Jean Daum took over the ownership of a glassworks as payment for a debt and installed his sons as proprietors. Initially, Daum made glass for everyday purposes such as windows, watches and tableware, but the success that Gallé enjoyed at the 1889 Universal Exposition in Paris — the international showcase for which the Eiffel Tower was built — inspired the Daum brothers to begin making art-glass pieces. They produced popular works of cameo glass, a decorative technique in which an outer layer of glass is acid-etched or carved off to reveal the layer below, but Daum became best known for vessels and sculptures in pâte de verre — a painstaking method in which finely ground colored glass is mixed with a binder, placed in a mold and then fired in a kiln.
Though early Daum glass was never signed by individual artists, the firm employed some of the masters of the naturalistic, asymmetrical Art Nouveau style, including Jacques Grüber, Henri Bergé and Amalric Walter (whose first name is frequently misspelled). Daum also collaborated with furniture and metalware designer Louis Majorelle, who created wrought-iron and brass mounts for vases and table lamps. In the 1960s, Daum commissioned fine artists, most notably Salvador Dalí and sculptor César Baldaccini, to design glass pieces. As you see from the works offered on 1stDibs, Daum has been home to an astonishingly rich roster of creative spirits and is today a state-owned enterprise making pâte de verre figurines.
Daum Coppelia Crystal Catchall With Floral Motif
By Daum
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Coppelia crystal catchall/ashtray from Daum France. Produced by the French crystal house Daum France, the “Coppelia” collection is known for its sculptural floral decoration execute...
Crystal
Daum Art Deco Crystal Bowl, France, Mid-20th Century
By Daum
Located in London, England
The Daum Sculptural Cup, emblematic of French crystal art, embodies both the elegance and know-how of the prestigious Daum house, founded in Nancy. This unique piece, designed in the...
Crystal
Large Crystal Ashtray by DAUM – France, 1960s – Heavy Collector’s Piece
By Daum
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
This is a large DAUM ashtray made in France around the 1960s. Crafted in clear crystal, it features a freeform organic shape typical of the mid-century modern aesthetic. The piece is...
Crystal
Crystal Vide poche, signed Daum, France, very heavy, 1970
By Daum
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
Daum crystal vide poche, made in France in the 1970s. This elegant decorative bowl in solid crystal perfectly illustrates the refined craftsmanship of the renowned Daum company. Made of thick, particularly heavy, clear crystal, it features a fluid, organic shape with modernist lines typical of French designs from the 1970s. Its textured finish and sculptural curves beautifully capture the light, creating subtle and sophisticated reflections. Both minimalist and luxurious, this trinket dish can be used as a centerpiece, decorative bowl, or collector's item. A timeless and elegant piece, emblematic of 20th-century French crystal design. Style : Daum France Modernist Design Minimalist Luxury Vintage French Crystal Mid-Century Modern Sculptural Key Features : Solid Clear Crystal Signed Daum Very Heavy Made in France 1970s Organic and Fluid Shape Sculptural Crystal Work Can Be Used as a Trinket Dish or Centerpiece Excellent Craftsmanship Good Vintage Condition Keywords : daum crystal bowl...
Crystal
Daum Three Section Cubist Clear and Frosted Crystal Vide Poche Bowl
By Daum
Located in Cincinnati, OH
This heavy sculptural French crystal vide poche was made by Daum and has an angular form executed in clear and frosted crystal. The construction of the piece features three cube-like...
Crystal
Daum France Amaryllis Amethyst Crystal Bowl, Signed, 1990s
By Daum
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Daum France "Amaryllis Amethyst" Pâte de Verre Crystal Vide-Poche Bowl, Catchall, Signed, Original Box An exquisite Daum France "Amaryllis Amethyst" pâte de verre cristal vide-poche...
Crystal
Large Daum France Glass Platter with Bubbles Mid 20th Century
By Daum
Located in Tilburg, NL
Large Daum France Glass Platter with Bubbles Mid 20th Century. A beautiful and large art glass platter or dish or centerpiece by Daum, France. Mid 20th century. It shows a wonderful...
Art Glass
$438Sale Price|20% Off
1970s Crystal Ashtray by Designer Daum, Rare Catch-All, Made in France
By Daum
Located in Milano, IT
1970s Astonishing rare ashtray or catch-all by Daum Nancy in crystal. Made in France No chips or other, this item is perfect in excellent condition. The design of this piece is amazi...
Crystal
Signed Decorative Leaf Shaped Daum Crystal Vide-Poches, France, 1970's
By Daum
Located in New York, NY
Elegant leaf shaped etched vide-poches or paperweight by Daum Nanct France. In pristine condition. This piece wlll ship from France and can be returned to either France or to a LIC...
Crystal
Daum France Solid Glass Bowl or Vide Poche
By Daum
Located in Tilburg, NL
Daum France solid glass bowl or Vide Poche. France, mid 20th century. Beautiful solid glass bowl / vide poche / ashtray by Daum France made somewhe...
Glass, Art Glass
Daum France - Bowl Orchid Flower Fleur d'Orchidée Crystal - New In Box
By Daum
Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR
Bowl "Fleur d'Orchidée" (Orchid Flower) made in gradient pink, purple, and red crystal by Daum. Engraved and numbered signature. Perfect condition. Brand new bowl in its origin...
Crystal
Daum France - Bowl Orchid Flower Fleur d'Orchidée Crystal - New In Box
By Daum
Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR
Bowl "Fleur d'Orchidée" (Orchid Flower) made in gradient pink, purple, and red crystal by Daum. Engraved and numbered signature. Perfect condition. Brand new bowl in its origin...
Crystal
Daum Nancy Art Nouveau Pate de Verre “Noisettes” Vide Poche
By Daum
Located in Dallas, TX
A very rare Art Nouveau Daum Nancy pate de verre 'Noisettes' vide poche in orange, reds, greens and yellows. Daum in Nancy was integral is ori...
Art Glass
DAUM Crystal France trinket tray in clear and frosted glass - Circa 1980
By Daum
Located in Linkebeek, BE
Vintage - Decoration - Home Decor Measures : 14x14cm H:7cm Crystal trinket tray in the shape of a clover. The interplay of transparency and brilliance, highlighted by the sandblaste...
Art Glass
"Ceci n'est pas une assiette", Dali And Daum, 20th Century
By Salvador Dalí, Daum
Located in MARSEILLE, FR
"Ceci n'est pas une assiette" or “This is not a plate” plate in pink glass paste with gold decoration. We find Dali's signature in the mass at the bottom On the back, the Daum Made i...
Glass
Lalique French Crystal Jewelry Dish or Ashtray Leaf Design
By Lalique, René Lalique
Located in New York, NY
A very beautiful, signed, Lalique crystal dish with decorative leaf and indent design around edge, circa 20th century, France. Piece is from French luxury crystal maker Lalique. Made...
Crystal
Flavio Poli Murano Glass Ashtray, Green, Sculptural Design, 1960s
By Flavio Poli
Located in Milano, IT
1960s Gorgeous green ashtray or catchall by Flavio Poli for Seguso in Murano sommerso glass. Made in Italy. So rare to find it in this color. The item is in excellent condition witho...
Murano Glass
$933
H 5.71 in W 6.5 in D 6.5 in
Large 3kg Crystal Glass Centerpiece Shell Bowl by DAUM Nancy, France, 1970s
By Daum
Located in Kirchlengern, DE
Article: Crystal glass vase bowl Producer: Daum Nancy FRANCE (marked) Age: 1970s Wonderful heavy glass element designed and produced by DAUM in France in the 1970s. This...
Art Glass
Daum Pate de Verre Amaryllis Vase, Signed Daum, France Number 94
By Daum
Located in Lexington, KY
Daum Pate de Verre Amaryllis Vase in pinks and greens. This piece is signed Daum, France and numbered 94. This piece has been retired and is no longer in production. Since 1878,...
Glass
Daum Crystal Pate de Verre Flower Bowl
By Daum
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This a Daum crystal Pate de Verre single flower (it can be a Groundsel) and large leaves bowl depicting different shades of blue and turquoi...
Crystal
$336Sale Price|20% Off
H 1.96 in Dm 3.93 in
Flavio Poli Bullicante Murano Glass Ashtray, 1960s Italian Design
By Flavio Poli
Located in Milano, IT
1960s Gorgeous ashtray or catchall by Flavio Poli for Seguso in Bullicante Murano glass. Made in Italy The item is in excellent condition. Dimension: 3,93 diameter x 1,96 H inches cm...
Murano Glass
$360
H 2.36 in W 5.51 in D 5.11 in
1960s Mid-century Blue Ashtray or Catchall in Bullicante Murano Glass by Flavio
By Flavio Poli
Located in Milano, IT
1960s This blue ashtray/catchall is a stunning example of Mid-Century Modern Italian glassmaking, sculptural bowl/ashtray was designed by the legendary Flavio Poli . This piece featu...
Murano Glass
Flavio Poli Murano Glass Ashtray, Red & Yellow, 1960s Italy
By Flavio Poli
Located in Milano, IT
1960s Gorgeous red and yellow ashtray or catchall by Flavio Poli for Seguso in Murano sommerso glass. Made in Italy. So rare to find it in this color. The item is in excellent condit...
Murano Glass
Flavio Poli Murano Sommerso Glass Ashtray, Grey, 1960s, Excellent
By Flavio Poli
Located in Milano, IT
1960s Astonishing Grey Ashtray or Catch-All By Flavio Poli for Seguso in Murano Sommerso Glass. The item is in excellent condition. Dimensions: 5,11 diameter x 3,14 H inches cm 13 x...
Murano Glass
$360
H 1.96 in W 3.93 in D 3.93 in
1960s Mid-century Red Ashtray or Catchall in Bullicante Murano Glass by Flavio
By Flavio Poli
Located in Milano, IT
1960s Gorgeous red ashtray or catchall by Flavio Poli for Seguso in Bullicante Murano Glass. Made in Italy The item is in excellent condition. Dimension: 3,93 diameter x 1,96 H inche...
Murano Glass
$590
H 3 in W 7 in D 7 in
Rosenthal Studio-Line Frosted & Clear Crystal Cube Ashtray or Vide-Poche, 1970s
By Rosenthal
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Rosenthal Studio-Line clear and Frosted crystal Cube Ashtray or Vide-Poche, Germany, 1970s This is a striking Rosenthal Studio-Line Lucite and glass ashtray or vide-poche, designed...
Crystal
$1,925
H 1.19 in W 3.55 in D 2.76 in
Monique Gerber Signed Bronze Baguier or Vide Poche circa 1970, France.
By Monique Gerber
Located in Brussels, BE
Beautiful Monique Gerber free-form baguier or vide-poche, circa 1970, France. Polished and non polished bronze, stone effect. Signed underneath M G. Dimensions: 9 cm W, 7 cm D, 3 cm ...
Bronze
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H 2.76 in Dm 11.82 in
Daum France - Bowl Jardin Imaginaire Imaginary Garden Crystal Bowl - New In Box
By Daum
Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR
Bowl "Jardin Imaginaire" (Imaginary Garden) made in gradient purple crystal. $ Engraved and numbered signature. Perfect condition. Brand new in its original box. Diameter:...
Crystal
Daum, Agora Green Modernist Glass Vide-poche, France, 1974
By Daum
Located in New York, NY
Signed on side. Consistent with the aesthetic of crushed or compacted metals cropping up in mid-century sculpture, these pieces nevertheless seek to convey motion itself, as if depi...
Crystal
DAUM France - Frog On A Water Lily Tray
By Daum
Located in Beaune, FR
Glass paste bowl representing a frog on a water lily. In green, yellow and purple colors. Signed under the base "DAUM France". It is in perfect condition. Dimensions Height 5.5c...
Art Glass
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H 4.34 in Dm 4.34 in
Daum Art Deco Molded Glass Ashtray or Vide Poche France 1940 transparent Color
By Daum
Located in Auribeau sur Siagne, FR
This vide poche or ashtray in in Glass. It has been done circa 1940, in France. Transparent Color. Original and iconic molded glass bowl; its shape is simple and decisive, skillfully...
Glass
Daum France - Bowl Roses Flower Rose and Green Crystal
By Daum
Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR
Bowl “Roses” made in pink and green crystal by Daum France. Engraved signature. Perfect condition. Like new. height: 9 cm diameter: 27 cm Model still on sale at Daum at the price ...
Crystal
Coupe sculpturale " Daum Nancy" en cristal Français 20iè Siècles
By Daum
Located in London, England
Très grande coupe en cristal de la Maison DAUM Nancy en France de renommé mondiale grâce à de nombreuses récompenses dont le" Grand Prix" lors de l' Exposition Universelle de 1900. ...
Crystal
Art Deco Daum Glass Centerpiece Bowl w/ Controlled Bubbles
By Daum
Located in Miami, FL
Rare Art Deco glass centerpiece bowl or large catchall tray by Daum. Made in Nancy, France, circa 1924-1939. The low profile decorative dish features th...
Glass, Art Glass, Blown Glass
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H 4.73 in Dm 5.52 in
Crystal Cactus Jewelry or Pin Tray by Hilton McConnico for Daum, France, 1980s
By Daum, Hilton McConnico
Located in Lille, FR
Cactus Pin Tray by Hilton McConnico for Daum. Signed Daum and HMC. Boxed.
Crystal
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H 2.75 in Dm 6 in
Mid-Century Pale Blue Hand-Blown Glass Dish w/ Bullicante Detailing signed Daum
By Daum
Located in New York, NY
This stunning Mid-Century Modernist Pale Blue Hand-Blown Glass Dish with Bullicante Detailing signed Daum originates from France, Circa 1960. Daum, founded in 1878 by Jean Daum has b...
Blown Glass
"La Triomphale", Dali And Daum, 20th Century
By Salvador Dalí, Daum
Located in MARSEILLE, FR
"La Triomphale" plate in blue glass paste, matte and shiny, with gold decoration. In the center, under the face, we find Dali's signature On the back, the signature Daum Made in Fran...
Glass
Daum Green Bubble Crystal Ashtray
By Daum
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Round glass ashtray or catchall by Daum House which started in 1878 in Nancy, France. This piece, created in the mid 20th century, has an all over ...
Crystal
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H 2.76 in Dm 9.65 in
Midcentury "Cratère" Mod. by Daum Heavy Thick Crystal Vide-Poche France, 1960s
By Daum
Located in Palermo, IT
Valuable vide-poche in heavy thick crystal, "Cratère" series, scratch signed "Daum France". Laterally present the labels of the producer Daum of Nancy and of the model. France, 1960s...
Crystal