Glass c. 1954

This glass was made by Lalique; its specific date is unknown. Notice how the clear glass, with its subtle variations in tone, creates a play of light and shadow that evokes a feeling of understated elegance. The form itself—a study in transparency— invites us to consider the interplay between absence and presence. The seemingly simple shape, tapering gently from base to rim, destabilizes our perception, playing on the boundary between functionality and art. The incised geometric pattern on the base might be interpreted through a semiotic lens; as a coded system reflecting the aesthetics and cultural values of its time. In considering the glass’s structure, we find a challenge to fixed meanings. Its clear form becomes a canvas for ongoing re-interpretation. It underscores how the artwork functions not just aesthetically but also as part of a larger cultural dialogue.