Lalique - Limited edition 938/4000 - Plaque - "Sceau...

commemorative Lalique paperweight “Sceau Tremplin” created for the 16th Winter Olympic Games in Albertville 1992, issued in a limited and numbered edition. This piece in satin-clear crystal represents a ski jumper in full flight, treated in the sculptural style emblematic of Lalique, combining dynamic lines, movement and luminous transparency. Made in solid crystal, this model features a very fine engraved and satin-finished decoration, highlighting the silhouette of the skier as well as the effects of speed and momentum. The base bears the inscription: « ALBERTVILLE 1992 – XVIe JEUX OLYMPIQUES D’HIVER » This creation is part of the official series of the “Olympic Commemoratives” produced by Lalique for the 1992 Winter Olympic Games. Original documentation specifies that these limited editions were designed as prestige commemorative objects inspired by the Olympic medals created by Lalique for the event. Numbered exemplar: • No 0938 / 4000 The original case bears the official designation: • « Sceau Tremplin » • « Paperweight Ski Jumper » The item is presented in a complete full set including: • Crystal Lalique sculpture/paperweight • Original Lalique case • Original documentation and sheets • Numbered certificate corresponding to the piece Approximate dimensions: • Height: about 11 cm • Width: about 9 cm • Thickness: about 2 cm Limited edition sought after by Lalique crystal and official Olympic memorabilia collectors, this piece brings together artistic quality, rarity and historical interest around the 1992 Albertville Winter Games.

Estimate:$168.23

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