"Molded Pressed Glass Cup Signed René Lalique, Early 20th Century"
Molded pressed glass bowl, signed René Lalique, dating from the early 20th century. At this time, the development of molding techniques allowed for more accessible production while maintaining great finesse in the details. Lalique, a leading figure in the revival of decorative arts, explored glass as a material of expression in its own right, combining naturalistic motifs and plays on transparency to create objects that were both functional and aesthetic.