MID 20thC SAINT LOUIS CRYSTAL FISH BY JEAN SALA (1895-1976)

DESCRIPTION

Mid 20th Century Saint Louis crystal large model of a fish, Mouthblown and Hand-cut since 1586 in Saint-Louis-les-Bitche in Moselle. Designed by Jean Sala (1895-1976), Jean Sala was a Spanish born (active in France).
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He designed clear crystal vases and chandeliers for the Cristalleries de Saint-Louis while working in his father’s studio. He was primarily taught by his glassblower father and is now regarded as one of the most accomplished Art Deco glass artists. He created a range of funny, spontaneous designs from his little atelier on the Left Bank, which usually included a simple form and applied ornamental embellishments. In contrast to his contemporaries’ sophisticated work, Sala’s creations made use of the textural aspects of malfin glass, a coarse substance loaded with bubbles and imperfections. Sala displayed his work in several notable Paris galleries, including Galerie Georges Petit and Rouard, and at the significant yearly salons of the time, such as the Salon d’Automne and the Société des Artistes Décorateurs. Antoine Bourdelle and Marcel Sandoz, two sculptors, were among his acquaintances, and he occasionally cast pieces in glass by them.

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CONDITION

In Great Condition - No Damage.

SIZE

Height: 24cm
Width: 55cm
Depth: 21cm