Rene Lalique, Six Figurines et Masques (Six Figures and Masks), Clear glass, mould-blown using a four-part mould, powdered wash and acid-etched. Vase with sepia intaglio motif of six nude forms and masks. R. Lalique impressed to base. Model created in 1913, removed from catalogue in 1937, not continued after 1947. Height 9.84 in., diameter 7.87 in.
- Intaglio - A term used to define a method of decoration most common in glassmaking and jewellery which involves engraving, carving or moulding an image into the background, leaving an impression, and leaving the top surface of the item flat, the opposite to relief carving, and also know as counter-relief.
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Lalique (France), item types