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Tabago

Object NameAshtray

Designer René Lalique (French, 1860-1945)

Manufacturer Lalique et Cie

Made FromGlass, Patina

Datedesigned in 1928

TechniqueMold-pressed, acid-etched, applied patina

SizeOverall H: 2.6 cm, Diam (max): 14 cm

Accession Number2011.3.435

Credit LineGift of Elaine and Stanford Steppa

Curatorial Area(s)

Modern

Exhibitions

Rene Lalique: Enchanted by Glass

Rene Lalique: Enchanted by Glass (CHRYSLER)

Place Made

France, possibly Combs-la-Ville; France, possibly Wingen-sur-Moder

Physical DescriptionAshtray, "Tabago". Colorless glass, black or dark gray patina; mold-pressed, acid-etched, applied patina. Circular ashtray with sixteen scarab beetles facing inwards towards center situated around top edge of ashtray. Space between scarabs decorated with fern motif. Black or dark gray patina applied to decoration.
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