One of the world’s foremost crystal manufacturers, Baccarat has long been emblematic of luxury and exquisite craftsmanship. Starting in the early 19th century, objects produced by the French company — from stemware to chandeliers to brightly colored paperweights — became a staple of noble and wealthy households across Europe and as far afield as India. Along with the purity and quality of their glass, Baccarat crystal makers can boast a remarkable fluency with a range of design styles — from cut-glass neoclassical pieces to sinuously etched Art Nouveau designs.
Baccarat began as a kind of industrial development project. In 1764, the Bishop of Metz and other landowners in heavily forested northeastern France persuaded Louis XV to sanction a glassworks in the area — timber being a key resource required for the furnaces used in glass production.
In its early years the company produced humble products such as window panes and simple drinking glasses. In 1816 a new owner began making crystal, and seven years later Louis XVIII — who had taken the throne after the defeat of Napoleon — gave Baccarat its first royal commission, for tableware. In the ensuing years, an estimated one-third of the company’s workforce was dedicated to commissions to the Russian imperial court alone.
Spurred by the intense competition between global industries in the latter 19th century — fought in public view in the many world expositions of the era — Compagnie des Cristalleries de Baccarat, as it had finally become known, elevated its level of artistry by adopting new technologies and creating a rigorous training program. The firm broadened its stylistic range, embracing Asian influences and new engraving methods, and increasing production of its now iconic millefiori paperweights.
The designer Georges Chevalier, who worked for Baccarat for more than five decades beginning in 1916, ushered the company into the realm of modernist design. In recent years, Baccarat has employed such renowned contemporary designers as Philippe Starck and Marcel Wanders, ensuring that Baccarat crystal will continue to enjoy pride of place on up-to-date tables. But as you will see from the offerings on these pages, Baccarat has items to suit any taste.
Find antique Baccarat decanters, vases, candle holders, chandeliers and other furnishings and objects for sale on 1stDibs.
Antique 19th Century Neoclassical Baccarat Crystal and Glass 36-Light Chandelier
By Baccarat
Located in Madrid, ES
A grand 19th century French Baccarat crystal 36-light, triple-tier chandelier. At over one meter high and wide, this large and impressive style of crystal chandelier was especially p...
Crystal, Metal
Exquisite Art Deco Crystal Table Lamp by Baccarat
By Baccarat
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite Art Deco table lamp by Baccarat features a well proportioned base for stability adorned with a spherical detail extending to a fluted stem. It has antique brass fittin...
Crystal
$113,255Sale Price|20% Off
Baccarat Crystal Exceptional Chandelier, France, Early 19th Century
By Baccarat
Located in Rome, IT
Outstanding and rare original baccarat chandelier. The supporting structure is made of silver plated brass. The central rod is solid iron. The chandelier states no signing because at...
Crystal, Brass
19th Century Baccarat White Opaline and Crystal Chandelier, 24-Light, Signed
By Baccarat
Located in Madrid, ES
Spectacular, and truly rare, this chandelier carries the Baccarat manufacturer's mark on its interior metal frame, as well as stamped inventory numerals. The quadruple tulip-form baluster (or central column) of this lamp is a classical opaline chandelier form, and mimics the shape of a footed flower vase...
Crystal
$113,255Sale Price|20% Off
Baccarat Crystal Exceptional Chandelier, France, Early 19th Century
By Baccarat
Located in Rome, IT
Outstanding and rare original Baccarat chandelier. The supporting structure is made of silver plated brass. The central rod is solid iron. The chandelier states no signing because at...
Crystal, Brass
Exceptional Early 19th Century Waterford Crystal Eighteen-Light Chandelier
By Waterford Crystal
Located in Long Island City, NY
An Exceptional Early 19th Century Gilt Bronze and Waterford Crystal Eighteen Light Chandelier An etched crown above a crystal string body leading to a beaded basket with drop crysta...
Crystal, Bronze
Large Pair of Geometric Cut Crystal Lamps
By Waterford Crystal, Saint Louis, Baccarat
Located in Houston, TX
Large pair of geometric cut crystal lamps. Stunning pair of midcentury Art Deco style cut crystal lamps. This great pair of crystal lamps are comprised ...
Crystal
Art Deco Modern Marble Table Lamps, Pair
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful pair of solid European Art Deco Modern period Carrara marble table lamps with brass detailing, circa 20th century. Lamps are predominately white marble with black and gre...
Marble, Carrara Marble, Brass
19th Century Baccarat Crystal Chandelier Five-Light Chandelier
Located in Frankfurt am Main, DE
A lovely antique Baccarat crystal electrified chandelier, gilt brass beautifully decorated with several tiers of large pendaloques in different shapes and sizes, finishing at the bot...
Crystal, Brass
$11,139Sale Price|20% Off
H 43.31 in Dm 31.5 in
Spectacular 19th Century French Crystal Chandelier, 1880s
By Baccarat
Located in Rome, IT
The frame, made of silver plated brass. Replacing the wax candles, the first processing pattern in "electric" was performed in France with internal metal and ceramic lined with shirt...
Crystal
$99,850Sale Price|31% Off
H 76 in Dm 53 in
French 19th Century Louis XV Style Gilt-Bronze Crystal Chandelier, Baccarat Attr
By Cristalleries De Baccarat
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A very fine and Palatial French 19th century Louis XV Style gilt bronze, crystal and cut-glass Twenty-Four-light chandelier, probably by Baccarat. The central molded cut-glass stem s...
Crystal, Bronze
19th Century Crystal Chandelier
Located in Chireno, TX
19th century crystal chandelier: Gilt brass frame adorned with high quality original crystal prisms attributed to Baccarat. Newly wired...
Crystal, Brass
Selenite Table Lamp by Aver, Aluminum & Moroccan Rock, Art Deco
Located in Geneve, CH
Selenite table lamp by Aver Dimensions: 23 diameter x height: 63cm Materials: Aluminum, plated with gold leaf. Natural selenite or moroccan rock. ...
Rock Crystal, Aluminum
French Baccarat Gilt Bronze and Crystal Twelve-Arm Chandelier, Circa 1820
By Baccarat
Located in Charleston, SC
French Baccarat gilt bronze and crystal twelve-arm chandelier with a gilt floral canopy, cascading crystal prisms flanking a centered spiral crystal column , twelve gilt floral scrol...
Crystal, Bronze
Very Fine and Special Mid-19th Century Baccarat Crystal Chandelier
Located in Long Island City, NY
A very fine and special mid-19th century gilt bronze and Baccarat crystal twelve-light chandelier. Multi-faceted and shaped crystal, cut crystal central column with beaded arms. Four lower and four upper perimeter spears. Twelve perimeter lights. If you are looking for a chandelier, a lantern or sets of sconces, Charles Cheriff...
Crystal, Bronze
Italian Art Deco Table Lamp by Fabio Ltd
By Fabio Ltd.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Italian art deco style table lamp with three tiers of perforated brass shades and lamp body in unlacquered natural brass finish, mounted on marble base / Made in Italy Height: 23.5 i...
Brass
Exquisite Dore Bronze and Crystal Boudoir Lamp by Jacques Adnet
By Jacques Adnet
Located in North Miami, FL
Exquisite petite two-light boudoir lamp in perfect working condition with silk cord. Composed of three crystal blocks encased in patinated dore bronze hardware. All original with dar...
Crystal, Brass
Baccarat Clear Crystal Spare Part Wall Light Mille Nuits
By Baccarat
Located in Brescia, IT
Crystal Baccarat spare part of wall light Mille Nuits model.
Crystal
Crystal Twist Form Table Lamp Made in France by Baccarat
By Baccarat
Located in New York, NY
Chic, elegant and sophisticated crystal glass twist form table lamp by renowned maker Baccarat, France Mid 20th C vintage. This example is in excellent, original, clean and working c...
Crystal
19th Century Louis XVI Style French Dore Bronze Mounted Baccarat Lamp
By Baccarat
Located in New York, NY
A Pair of 19th Century Louis XVI Style French Dore Bronze Mounted Baccarat Swirling Crystal Table Lamps. Each piece is beautiful with the finest and mo...
Crystal, Bronze
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H 23 in W 12.5 in D 12.5 in
Pair 19th Century French 7 Arm Dore Bronze & Crystal Candelabras Signed Baccarat
By Baccarat
Located in New York, NY
A large magnificent pair of 19th century French Louis XVI Style seven arm dore bronze and crystal cupid candelabras, Signed Baccarat. Each candelabra...
Crystal, Bronze
Baccarat Mille Nuits Ceiling Unit Clear Crystal Medium Size
By Baccarat
Located in Brescia, IT
A great intermediary between a ceiling lamp and small chandelier linked to its volume and crystal value. "Baccarat and Mathias" the designer, a signature on the bottom of the ceiling...
Crystal
Mystical Baccarat France Crystal Ball or Sphere on Stand
By Baccarat
Located in Tustin, CA
The simplicity of the Baccarat crystal ball's shape contrasts with the mysticism of its symbolism, associated with destiny and magic. Its’ clear crystal enhances any room, by the ref...
Crystal
Baccarat Mille Nuits Ceiling Unit Clear Crystal Medium Size
By Baccarat
Located in Brescia, IT
A great intermediary between a ceiling lamp and small chandelier linked to its volume and crystal value. "Baccarat and Mathias" the designer, a signature on the bottom of the ceilin...
Crystal
Antique Pair of Signed Baccarat Dolphin Clear Crystal Three Armed Candelabras
By Baccarat
Located in Toronto, ON
Elevate your table with this magnificent pair of antique Baccarat three armed candleholders / candelabras. Nothing can quite compare to the opulence of antique Baccarat, a favourite ...
Crystal, Metal
Pair of Baccarat Sculpted Crystal Table Lamps, Midcentury circa 1950s
By Baccarat, Cristalleries De Baccarat
Located in Miami, FL
A stunning pair of sculpted crystal table lamps by Baccarat, circa 1950s. These are heavy pieces exceptional in their workmanship with a beautiful twisted pattern. Elegant and moder...
Crystal
Baccarat Clear Crystal Mille Nuit Suspension Grand Modele
By Baccarat
Located in Brescia, IT
Baccarat clear crystal mille nuit suspension grand modele The cable is long maximun 98,42 inches and it could be cut on the dimension request EU wi...
Crystal
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H 18.5 in W 12.5 in D 6 in
Exquisite Pair of Baccarat Crystal Six-Light Medallion Candelabras with Bobèches
By Baccarat
Located in Tustin, CA
Pair of magnificent handmade and hand blown in France, Baccarat crystal "Medallion" candelabras. Each candelabra features 3 lights for candles. Each light features a melon fluted sca...
Crystal
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H 13.78 in W 14.18 in D 9.85 in
Baccarat Pair of Clear Crystal Wall Lights Sconces Mille Nuits Modern Design
By Baccarat
Located in Brescia, IT
This crystal pair of wall lights sconces is a prime example of the finest Baccarat craftsmanship. The collection Mille Nuits further highlights the crystal's exceptional light-scatte...
Crystal