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.
20th century French Large Crystal Daum Vase, 1960s
By Daum
Located in LEGNY, FR
Large Daum crystal vase from the 60s in good condition, you can just see a few scratches. Beautiful shape and impressive size. Ideal for making larg...
Crystal
20th century French Art Deco Crystal Baccarat vase, 1930s
By Baccarat
Located in LEGNY, FR
A beautiful signed Baccarat crystal vase, crafted in France during the late 20th century. This elegant sculptural piece perfectly illustrates Baccarat's renowned craftsmanship, comb...
Crystal
Modern Daum France Iris and Leaves Pate de verre Bowl
By Daum
Located in LEGNY, FR
An exceptional piece! Magnificent pate de verre vase from the famous French crystal manufacture Daum. It dates from the 2010s. This vase represents iris blends green and purple with...
Glass
20th century French Baccarat Crystal Vase, 1950s
By Baccarat
Located in LEGNY, FR
Very beautiful large Baccarat vase from the 1950s in engraved crystal. Stamp of Baccarat below. Very nice quality.
Crystal
20th century French Large Crystal Vase Signed by Schneider
By Charles Schneider
Located in LEGNY, FR
Very beautiful and large crystal vase signed by Schneider. Very beautiful crystal engraving details. Ideal for decoration with a large bouquet of f...
Crystal
20th century French Glass and Bird decor Vase, 1940s
Located in LEGNY, FR
Beautiful 20th century French glass and gold bird and vegetation decoration. Very nice quality and condition.
Glass
Rose Passion Vase by Daum. France, 1990's.
By Daum
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A striking pâte de verre glass vase by Daum, featuring a lush bouquet of sculpted roses in full relief. The design blends shades of pink, purple, green, and clear glass, giving the p...
Glass
Daum France Soliflore Roses Crystal Vase with Pate de Verre Floral Base Signed
By Daum
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Daum France "Soliflore Roses" Crystal Vase with Pâte de Verre Floral Base, Signed, Circa 1990s A stunning Daum France "Soliflore Roses" crystal vase, handcrafted in France and signed "Daum France" on the underside. Beautifully combining clear crystal with Daum's celebrated pâte de verre technique, this elegant soliflore features a graceful trumpet-form body rising from an exquisite sculptural base of blooming pink roses and delicate green foliage rendered in luminous translucent crystal. Inspired by the romantic naturalism of the French Art Nouveau movement, the Soliflore Roses collection pays homage to one of nature's most enduring symbols of beauty. The contrast between the brilliant clear crystal and the richly textured floral base showcases the exceptional artistry and technical mastery for which Daum has been internationally renowned for over a century. Handcrafted using Daum's signature pâte de verre process, each vase is individually finished, making every example subtly unique. Whether displayed with a single stem or admired as a sculptural object, this elegant vase brings timeless French luxury to any interior. Retaining its original Daum presentation box, this collectible piece is ideal for collectors of fine French crystal, Art Nouveau-inspired design, and luxury decorative arts. Maker: Daum France Pattern: Soliflore Roses Origin: France Date: Circa 1990s Material: Clear crystal with pâte de verre floral base Style: Art Nouveau Revival / Contemporary French Design Dimensions: Height: 9 in. (22.86 cm) Diameter: 4 in. (10.16 cm) Condition: Excellent vintage condition with no chips, cracks, or repairs. Retains the original Daum presentation box. For more than a century, Daum has celebrated the timeless beauty of the rose through its exceptional crystal creations. The Soliflore Roses collection exemplifies the maison's unrivaled expertise in pâte de verre, transforming crystal into delicate blossoms of remarkable realism. A refined fusion of sculpture and functional design, this vase is a luminous expression of French artistry and an elegant addition to any collection of luxury crystal or decorative arts. Keywords: Daum France, Daum Nancy, Daum crystal vase...
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Daum Art Glass Vase Amber Leafs, France
By Daum
Located in Rijssen, NL
Luxury at its finest, high-end glass vase with amber leafs by Daum, France. The vase - made out of art glass - is formed by amber leafs connected to each other in beautiful warm col...
Art Glass
VASE, DAUM Molded and relief crystal 20th Century
By Daum
Located in Madrid, ES
VASE, DAUM Molded and relief crystal, decorated in acid, signed 'Daum, France'. Dim.: (height) 21 cm. Very good condition conditions
Crystal
Vase, Daum Molded and Relief Crystal 20th Century
By Daum
Located in Madrid, ES
Vase, Daum Molded and relief crystal, decorated in acid, signed 'Daum, France'. Dimension: (height) 34 cm. Very good condition conditions.
Crystal
Crystal Vase Signed Daum, France
By Daum
Located in AIGNAN, FR
Crystal vase signed Daum France dating from the 60s. Beautifully made, aesthetic and of good size, this vase does not lack character and elegance. It wi...
Crystal
