For almost 200 years, Val Saint Lambert of Seraing, Belgium, has produced some of the most elegant and prestigious works of crystal and glass. Holding the distinction of being the world’s only Belgian glassworks, Val Saint Lambert creates exquisite items including ashtrays, serveware, vases and sculptures.
Founded by chemist François Kemlin and engineer Auguste Lelièvre, the company opened its first glassworks in 1826. Its quality manufacturing of heavy-lead crystal and the expert craftsmanship of its wares quickly led to the company’s popularity.
In 1894, Val Saint Lambert exhibited its geometric-cut crystal at the World’s Fair in Antwerp, Belgium. The central piece was “le Vase des Neuf Provinces,” or “The Vase of the Nine Provinces.” Under the direction of French glassmaker Léon Ledru, it took 30 artisans over 2,000 hours to fashion it from 85 individually crafted pieces. The exposure led to Val Saint Lambert becoming the primary crystal used by the Tsars of Russia and the company’s pieces being sold internationally.
That same year, the company crafted two immense crystal chandeliers for the Maharaja of Gwalior to hang in his palace in India. Weighing almost five tons each and measuring over 42 feet high, they were the largest crystal chandeliers in the world at the time.
The company closed its doors for the duration of World War I but soon reopened. By 1926, it had over 5,000 employees and had a growing demand for its pieces made in the Art Deco style.
During World War II, bombing from German and Allied forces destroyed the main glassworks facility. The company rebuilt, but by 1950, crystal was becoming more of a household item and less of a luxury good.
In the subsequent decades, Val Saint Lambert collaborated with notable names to expand its offerings with sophisticated furniture, including work with Philippe Starck and Frans Van Praet. In 1992, Van Praet designed the famed Sevilla chair for Val Saint Lambert, a piece highly prized by collectors and designers.
In 2014, Belgian manufacturer Jacques Somville took over Val Saint Lambert. In 2018, Belgian entrepreneur George Arthur Forrest acquired the majority of the company. Val Saint Lambert continues to make some of the finest glass and crystal wares in the world.
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Val St Lambert cut glass ashtray
By Val Saint Lambert
Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA
Val Saint Lambert carved glass ashtray Beautiful Val Saint Lambert ashtray made of green carved glass, its rounded shape together with the striking shade of green resembles an apple....
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Val Saint Lambert cut crystal centrepiece
By Val Saint Lambert
Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA
Val Saint Lambert Cut Crystal Centerpiece This Val Saint Lambert cut crystal centerpiece, created in the 1940s, is a masterpiece that epi...
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Val Saint Lambert cut crystal vase from the 1960s
By Val Saint Lambert
Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA
Val Saint Lambert cut crystal vase from the 1960s This Val Saint Lambert Aberdeen crystal vase is a vintage piece from the 1960s that sta...
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French glass bowl by Maurice Marinot
By Maurice Marinot
Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA
French Glass Bowl by Maurice Marinot This elegant French glass bowl, designed by mid-century Maurice Marinot, is an exceptional piece that exudes sophistication and vintage charm. Cr...
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Val Saint Lambert Cut Crystal Centerpiece
By Val Saint Lambert
Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA
Val Saint Lambert Carved Crystal Centerpiece Beautiful green carved crystal centerpiece with intricate design, with pointed ends carved in the shape of a peak at its cardinal points ...
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Val Saint Lambert Art Deco Vase "Spring"
By Val Saint Lambert
Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA
Val Saint Lambert "Primavera" Art Deco Vase The Val Saint Lambert "Primavera" Art Deco vase is a true gem in Luxval pressed glass. Its design evokes the freshness of spring, with del...
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Val Saint Lambert with Label Crystal Vase, Belgium in Excellent Condition, 1950s
By Val Saint Lambert
Located in Verviers, BE
Val Saint Lambert vase, with the label shown in various factory catalogues, 1950s. Beautiful Val Saint Lambert circular crystal vase, the glass is thick clear and rose Origin: Be...
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Vase by the Belgium Glass Maker Val Saint Lambert
By Val Saint Lambert
Located in Tetbury, Gloucestershire
Since 1826, Val Saint Lambert has been creating a rich heritage, manufacturing crystal of unrivalled quality. Our knowledge and passion for the craft shines through in the timeless e...
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Val St Lambert Mid-Century Modernist Crystal Vase, circa 1950
By Val Saint Lambert
Located in Atlanta, GA
Val Saint Lambert designed this stunning Mid-Century crystal vase. The piece was expertly crafted in Belgium circa 1950. The rare crystal art piece has a smooth, streamlined, minimal...
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Mid-Century Modern Crystal Vase Val Saint Lambert - Belgium, 1950
By Val Saint Lambert
Located in Girona, Girona
Large vase of pliers worked crystal. Design: Antonio Bon for Val Saint Lambert. Belgium, Liège c. 1950.
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Vase by the Belgium Glass Maker Val Saint Lambert
By Val Saint Lambert
Located in Tetbury, Gloucestershire
Since 1826, Val Saint Lambert has been creating a rich heritage, manufacturing crystal of unrivalled quality. Our knowledge and passion for the craft shines through in the timeless e...
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Val Saint Lambert Crystal Vase Cut to Clear, Signed
By Val Saint Lambert
Located in Verviers, BE
Val Saint Lambert crystal vase cut to clear, and signed Beautiful Val Saint Lambert circular crystal vase, hand-cut-to-clear, the glas...
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