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DJR Expert Guide Series, Vol. 268 — Lalique Glass Authentication: Signatures, Molds & Production Eras
Lalique glass—spanning the René Lalique era (pre-1945), early post-war production, modern lead-crystal pieces, and contemporary designs—is one of the most widely collected and frequently misidentified categories in French decorative arts. Because production techniques, signatures, molds, finishes, and crystal formulations changed significantly across more than a century, accurate authentication requires a structured, multi-step approach. Many forgeries involve added signatures, re-ground bases, cast-glass reproductions, incorrect satin-frost finishes, mismatched catalog forms, and color variations never produced by Lalique.
DJR Expert Guide Series, Vol. 268 — Lalique Glass Authentication: Signatures, Molds & Production Eras provides a complete museum-grade workflow for evaluating Lalique glass across all eras. This guide explains how to identify authentic signatures, evaluate mold detail, distinguish legitimate satin-frost finishes, detect cast-glass fakes, compare weight and clarity across production periods, and verify catalog-correct shapes.
Inside, you’ll learn how experts:
Distinguish René Lalique signatures from post-war and modern “Lalique France” engravings
Identify mold-blown, press-molded, and cire-perdue techniques from early production
Recognize authentic satin-frost finishes vs artificially applied acid-frost textures
Detect cast-glass reproductions, incorrect clarity, improper weight & dull surface quality
Analyze mold lines, vent marks, relief sharpness & era-specific detail quality
Evaluate pre-war glass vs post-war lead crystal by weight, tint, and refractive behavior
Identify tool marks, base finishing traits, pontil work & period-correct grinding
Detect altered signatures, modern engraving, re-ground bases & fraudulent additions
Verify catalog-correct proportions, shapes, and model numbers
Identify high-risk forgery categories including Sirenes, Naiades, perfume bottles & Art Deco forms
Understand differences between authentic reissues and René Lalique originals
Know when professional Lalique authentication is recommended for high-value pieces
Volume 268 provides collectors with a complete, defensible, and professional system for evaluating Lalique glass—ensuring confident authentication and protection against modern reproductions or altered examples.
Digital Download — PDF • 8 Pages • Instant Access
Lalique glass—spanning the René Lalique era (pre-1945), early post-war production, modern lead-crystal pieces, and contemporary designs—is one of the most widely collected and frequently misidentified categories in French decorative arts. Because production techniques, signatures, molds, finishes, and crystal formulations changed significantly across more than a century, accurate authentication requires a structured, multi-step approach. Many forgeries involve added signatures, re-ground bases, cast-glass reproductions, incorrect satin-frost finishes, mismatched catalog forms, and color variations never produced by Lalique.
DJR Expert Guide Series, Vol. 268 — Lalique Glass Authentication: Signatures, Molds & Production Eras provides a complete museum-grade workflow for evaluating Lalique glass across all eras. This guide explains how to identify authentic signatures, evaluate mold detail, distinguish legitimate satin-frost finishes, detect cast-glass fakes, compare weight and clarity across production periods, and verify catalog-correct shapes.
Inside, you’ll learn how experts:
Distinguish René Lalique signatures from post-war and modern “Lalique France” engravings
Identify mold-blown, press-molded, and cire-perdue techniques from early production
Recognize authentic satin-frost finishes vs artificially applied acid-frost textures
Detect cast-glass reproductions, incorrect clarity, improper weight & dull surface quality
Analyze mold lines, vent marks, relief sharpness & era-specific detail quality
Evaluate pre-war glass vs post-war lead crystal by weight, tint, and refractive behavior
Identify tool marks, base finishing traits, pontil work & period-correct grinding
Detect altered signatures, modern engraving, re-ground bases & fraudulent additions
Verify catalog-correct proportions, shapes, and model numbers
Identify high-risk forgery categories including Sirenes, Naiades, perfume bottles & Art Deco forms
Understand differences between authentic reissues and René Lalique originals
Know when professional Lalique authentication is recommended for high-value pieces
Volume 268 provides collectors with a complete, defensible, and professional system for evaluating Lalique glass—ensuring confident authentication and protection against modern reproductions or altered examples.
Digital Download — PDF • 8 Pages • Instant Access