The Art of Design Issue 62 2023 | Page 72

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CELEBRATING

THE ANIMAL KINGDOM

For Spring Summer 2023 , Lalique is celebrating the animal kingdom – a theme dear to Rene Lalique .
The new ‘ Empreinte Animale ’ collection pays tribute to wildlife in all its splendour . It invites us to dive into a dreamlike jungle where feathers , fur and scale are tamed in crystal . With a realism that is true to life , the know-how of the masters of fire , Lalique artisans at the Alsace workshops , offer a perfect replica of the animal materials – scales , feathers and skins . Impressive and sculptural with meticulous attention to detail – each piece in the collection saluting the art of crystal haute couture , unique to Lalique .
The contrasting Zebra motif celebrates the natural geometry of this iconic symbol of the Savanna . The clear satin-finished and re-polished versions offer plenty of scope for interpretation . The captivating black and white stripes on the crystal create a hypnotic visual effect . Highly realistic , they run through the anatomy of the vase , the shape of which is inspired by the curves of the animal , combined with detailed enamelling work which is highly technical .
Impressive and sculptural , the Crocodile motif captures all the graphic power of this fearsome animal . The meticulous detail of the scales and the crystal relief are a real technical achievement , giving it a striking realism . Bold and intriguing , the crystal skin is an irresistible invitation to touch .
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