(1860-1945)
At the Paris World Exposition in 1900, Lalique gained fame with his Art Nouveau jewelry. In 1902, he turned to glass techniques and produced a door made of pressed glass panels with metal reinforcement. He extensively explored various pressing methods and founded his own glassworks. By the twenties, he transformed his highly simplified forms into a stylized decor, often borrowing from nature. At the 1925 Art Deco Exhibition, the Lalique Pavilion was adorned with bas-reliefs and glass panels, showcasing some unique pieces crafted using special casting and wax melting techniques.
