DAUM France Trumpet Vase with Pâte de Verre Snake & Foliate Base

Product Description

A striking example of DAUM's artistry, this elegant trumpet-form vase showcases the French crystal house's mastery of combining traditional crystal clarity with the intricate pâte de verre technique. Signed "Daum France," this piece exemplifies the studio's celebrated approach to naturalistic design.

Key Features:

The vase features a graceful flared trumpet silhouette in brilliant colorless crystal that rises from a dramatic sculptural base. The base is executed in pâte de verre—a labor-intensive technique where finely crushed glass is mixed with binding agents and kiln-fired to create rich, translucent color and exceptional surface texture.

The naturalistic base depicts a sinuous snake coiled among lush foliage, rendered in a stunning gradient of emerald green transitioning through olive to warm amber and brown tones. The detailed serpent features textured scales and lifelike form, while broad leaves unfurl organically around the composition, creating visual movement and depth. The dimensional elements showcase DAUM's exceptional skill in sculptural glasswork.

Condition Notes:

Professional restoration to the snake's head is present (visible in detail photographs). Otherwise displays beautifully with the characteristic soft, matte surface texture of pâte de verre work.

Dimensions: Total height: 11.375" | Vase diameter: 11" | Base width: 10.375" | Depth: 6.75