Lalique Crystal ' Tosca' Pattern Martini/champagne Glasses

Lalique Crystal Martini or Champagne Glasses in the "Tosca" Pattern  (discontinued in 2003).

Set of 8 stems, in the original packaging, as shown.  In perfect condition.  This pattern is distinguished by an intricate cut out stem.

From the estate of the renown singer Luther Vandross, 1951-2005.

About Lalique:

  Lalique glass is lead based, either mold blown or pressed. Favored motifs during the Art Nouveau period were dancing nymphs, fish, dragonflies, and foliage. Characteristically the glass is crystal in combination with acid-etched relief. Later some items were made in as many as ten colors (red, amber, and green among them) and were occasionally accented with enameling. These colored pieces, especially those in, black, are highly prized by advanced collectors. During the '20s and '30s, Lalique designed several vases and bowls reminiscent of American Indian art. He also developed a line in the Art Deco style decorated with stylized birds, florals, and geometries. In addition to vases, clocks, automobile mascots, stemware, and bottles, many other useful objects were produced. While not well known, Lalique also experimented with bronze and other materials as well. Most glass was clear or opalescent glass and signed via engraving or in the mold "R. Lalique". The R. Lalique signature was only used until 1945 with the death of Rene. At that time, Rene Lalique's son Marc took over the company. Production of many pieces produced prior to 1945 ceased following Rene's death although some are still in production albeit with a different marking. The firm is still in operation today.