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 Saint Lambert 'Twisted Light' Crystal Table Lamp, Belgium 1950s
By Val Saint Lambert
Located in Verviers, BE
This simple yet graceful table lamp is in size; 39 cm excluding the shade. The colored core in Classic Val Saint Lambert tint, has been given a thick Sommerso (clear crystal casing) ...
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Val Saint Lambert Crystal Table Lamp Excellent Condition, 1953
By Val Saint Lambert
Located in Verviers, BE
Val Saint Lambert is a Belgian crystal glassware manufacturer, founded in 1826 and based in Seraing. It is the official glassware supplier to King Albert II. Val Saint Lambert labe...
Crystal
Val Saint Lambert Signed 'Twisted Light' Crystal Glass Table Lamp, 1953s
By Val Saint Lambert
Located in Verviers, BE
This simple yet graceful table lamp is in large size; 15 inches excluding the lamp-fitting and shade. The colored core in Classic Val Saint Lambert tint, has been given a thick Somme...
Crystal
Val Saint Lambert, Table Lamp a Thick Sommerso 'Clear Crystal Casing'
By Val Saint Lambert
Located in Verviers, BE
This simple yet dramatic table lamp is in medium size; 12.02 inches excluding the lamp-fitting and shade. The colored core in Classic Val Saint Lambert tint, has been given a thick S...
Crystal
Val Saint Lambert Label 'Twisted Light' Crystal Glass Table Lamp, 1953
By Val Saint Lambert
Located in Verviers, BE
This simple yet graceful table lamp is in large size; 13.77 inches excluding the lamp-fitting and shade. The colored core in Classic Val Saint Lambert tint, has been given a thick ...
Crystal
Val Saint Lambert Signed 'Twisted Light' Crystal Glass Table Lamp
By Val Saint Lambert
Located in Verviers, BE
Val Saint Lambert signed This simple yet graceful green table lamp is in medium size; 13.62 inches excluding the lamp-fitting and shade. Th...
Crystal
Single Midcentury Clear Glass Val Saint Lambert Table Lamp
By Val Saint Lambert
Located in London, GB
This single midcentury clear glass table lamp was made by the luxury Belgian brand - Val Saint Lambert. Please take a look at all our pictures to see how the the swirling design. I...
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Crystal Ile De France Table Lamp
Located in London, England
Mid-Century single table lamp signed 'Crystal Ile De France.' Re-wired and Tested. Shade not included. France circa 1950.
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Val St Lambert Glass Table Lamp
Located in London, England
Mid-Century crystal glass table lamp by Val St Lambert. Re-wired and tested. Shade not included. Belgium circa 1960.
Glass
Val Saint Lambert Table Lamp, Lead Crystal, Belgium, 1950s
Located in Palermo, IT
Val Saint Lambert table lamp, lead crystal, Belgium, 1950s. Brand engraved on the bottom, as per photograph attached in the description. Made by the largest crystal factory in the Be...
Crystal
Mid-Century Crystal Table Lamp Belgian from Val Saint Lambert, 1960s
By Val Saint Lambert
Located in Bastogne, BE
Stunning Val Saint Lambert table lamp with a body made of laminated glass, toned, in dark purple color. This handcrafted piece was made in Belgium, in the 60s. Val Saint Lambert is...
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Mid-Century Crystal Glass Table Lamp
Located in London, England
Small sized mid-century crystal glass table lamp. Re-wired and tested. Shade not included. France circa 1960.
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