1929 Art Nouveau René Lalique Large 10" Crystal Nemours Poppy Bowl

The Lalique Nemours Poppy Bowl is a stunning piece of art glassware created by the renowned French glassmaker René Lalique in the early 20th century. Named after the city of Nemours in France, this exquisite bowl is celebrated for its intricate design and masterful craftsmanship. The bowl features a delicate and highly detailed pattern of poppy flowers and their leaves, which are rendered in frosted glass with a contrasting clear glass background. The play of textures and the use of opalescent glass create a captivating interplay of light and shadow, giving the impression of real poppies in full bloom. The poppy motif, with its symbolic association of remembrance and eternal sleep, adds a layer of depth and emotion to this already exquisite piece. Lalique's Nemours Poppy Bowl is a true testament to the Art Nouveau movement, characterized by its emphasis on natural forms and intricate ornamentation. Beyond its visual appeal, the bowl showcases Lalique's technical prowess in glassmaking, as achieving such fine detail in glass was a remarkable achievement during its time. Today, the Nemours Poppy Bowl is not only a collector's item but also a cherished work of art that continues to be admired for its timeless beauty and the legacy of one of the most celebrated glass artists in history, René Lalique. Size 26cm in diameter x 10cm high

_gsrx_vers_1677 (GS 9.8.1 (1677))