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Set of 12 Cut Crystal Tumblers

Attributed to the Cristallerie de Voneche

USD 2,723

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A set of twelve Belgian clear cut-crystal tumblers attributed to the Cristallerie de Voneche, early 19th century. Each cylindrical tumbler is extensively cut with a repeating rhombus or diamond pattern around the body and a radiating star-cut motif to the base.

Voneche crystal of this period was frequently unmarked, making attribution dependent on form, cutting, quality, and provenance rather than factory signatures.

The Voneche glassworks was founded in 1778 in present-day Belgium and transformed into a major crystal manufactory after its acquisition by the French chemist and industrialist Aime-Gabriel d’Artigues in 1802. Under his direction, Voneche became one of the leading crystal manufacturers in continental Europe, employing several hundred workers and producing finely cut and engraved lead crystal.

Its influence extended well beyond the factory itself. D’Artigues later acquired the glassworks at Baccarat, while former Voneche collaborators François Kemlin and Auguste Lelievre founded Val Saint-Lambert in 1826. Production at Voneche ceased around 1830, making surviving examples characteristic of the early decades of 19th-century Belgian crystal production.

Item Details

Reference: #GCV127

Creator

Attributed to the Cristallerie de Voneche
Dimensions

H 9.5 cm x Dia 7 cm
Weight

3.6 kg

Place of origin

Belgium
Condition

Excellent
Package

COC Box/Bag

Period / Date

Early 19th Century
Materials & Techniques

Crystal