• Vase Corail Val Saint Lambert René Delvenne - Mid-Century Cobalt Blue Crystal Art Glass Showroom 1956
  • Vase d'art Corail en cristal bleu cobalt par René Delvenne pour Val Saint Lambert 1956, design organique Mid-Century moderne belge | Mid-Century cobalt blue crystal Corail art glass vase by René Delvenne for Val Saint Lambert 1956, organic Belgian design; VUE 1
  • Vase d'art Corail en cristal bleu cobalt par René Delvenne pour Val Saint Lambert 1956, design organique Mid-Century moderne belge | Mid-Century cobalt blue crystal Corail art glass vase by René Delvenne for Val Saint Lambert 1956, organic Belgian design. VUE 2
  • Vase d'art Corail en cristal bleu cobalt par René Delvenne pour Val Saint Lambert 1956, design organique Mid-Century moderne belge | Mid-Century cobalt blue crystal Corail art glass vase by René Delvenne for Val Saint Lambert 1956, organic Belgian design. VUE 3
  • Vase d'art Corail en cristal bleu cobalt de René Delvenne pour Val Saint Lambert projetant des reflets lumineux sur une enfilade en bois vintage à côté d'une lampe | René Delvenne for Val Saint Lambert cobalt blue crystal Corail vase with light reflections on a vintage wood credenza next to a lamp
  • Vase d'art Corail en cristal bleu cobalt par René Delvenne pour Val Saint Lambert 1956, design organique Mid-Century moderne belge | Mid-Century cobalt blue crystal Corail art glass vase by René Delvenne for Val Saint Lambert 1956, organic Belgian design. VUE 4
  • Vase d'art Corail en cristal bleu cobalt par René Delvenne pour Val Saint Lambert 1956, design organique Mid-Century moderne belge | Mid-Century cobalt blue crystal Corail art glass vase by René Delvenne for Val Saint Lambert 1956, organic Belgian design. VUE 5.
  • Vase d'art Corail en cristal bleu cobalt par René Delvenne pour Val Saint Lambert 1956, design organique Mid-Century moderne belge | Mid-Century cobalt blue crystal Corail art glass vase by René Delvenne for Val Saint Lambert 1956, organic Belgian design. VUE 6.
  • Vase d'art Corail en cristal bleu cobalt par René Delvenne pour Val Saint Lambert 1956, design organique Mid-Century moderne belge | Mid-Century cobalt blue crystal Corail art glass vase by René Delvenne for Val Saint Lambert 1956, organic Belgian design. VUE 7.
  • Vase d'art Corail en cristal bleu cobalt de René Delvenne pour Val Saint Lambert mis en scène sur une enfilade en bois clair dans un intérieur lumineux et moderne | René Delvenne for Val Saint Lambert cobalt blue crystal Corail vase styled on a light wood sideboard in a bright modern home interior decor
  • Page du catalogue officiel Val Saint Lambert de 1956 présentant le modèle Corail de René Delvenne dans la section Pièces de Fantaisie Modernes | Official 1956 Val Saint Lambert catalogue page showing the Corail model by René Delvenne in the Pieces de Fantaisie Modernes section
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"CORAL" Art Vase, Cobalt Blue Crystal, 1956

"CORAL" Art Vase, Cobalt Blue Crystal, 1956

MCM-VSL-1026

€360,00
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The Object and its Aesthetic

An iconic creation from the mid-1950s, the “Corail” vase is a celebration of movement and material. Designed by master glassmaker René Delvenne for the Belgian manufacturer Val Saint Lambert, this heavy crystal vase (over 1.5 kg) features organic lines of remarkable fluidity.
Its intense royal cobalt blue hue stretches from the base to the neck in an upward twisting motion, evoking the sinuous growth of coral reefs. Worked while hot, the varying thickness of the crystal creates unique refractive effects: light passes through the heart of the piece to make its azure shades vibrate. An imposing glass sculpture (38 cm in height) that catches the eye, whether filled with flowers or simply displayed as an independent work of art.

René Delvenne and the Golden Age of "Fancy Pieces"

In the 1950s, the Val Saint Lambert manufactory (founded in 1826) sought to modernize its image and compete with the organic creations of Murano or Scandinavian glassware. Under the artistic direction of Charles Graffart, and subsequently thanks to the bold lines introduced by René Delvenne, the crystal factory gave birth to a line named: "Modern Fancy Pieces."
Delvenne revolutionized shapes by introducing these stretched, mouth-blown vases with free and dynamic forms. The 1956 “Corail” model is the perfect witness to this pivotal period where the ancestral know-how of crystal cutting gave way to the pure expression of form in fusion.

The Galerie POPINCOURT Perspective

What makes this Corail vase so rare is the perfect encounter between the historical rigor of Val Saint Lambert crystal and the freedom of Mid-Century design. René Delvenne succeeded in breaking away from traditional geometric lines to offer an almost liquid, organic piece of wild modernity for 1956.
Finding this model today in such a state of preservation, without the slightest chip and with absolute transparency, free of any limescale deposits, is an event for our gallery. It is a collector's item that instantly adds a touch of historical elegance and "signature blue" radiance to any contemporary interior.
Purchasing high-end crystal pieces from the 1950s is now a particularly wise heritage choice. The market for 20th-century decorative arts is experiencing a strong revaluation, driven by international collectors seeking authentic, traceable objects with a strong visual identity.
Val Saint Lambert is one of the most solid and recognized signatures in the history of European glass. A model listed as "Corail," documented in the manufacturer's official 1956 catalog, ticks all the boxes of a safe-haven asset:
• Perfect traceability (mentioned in the period catalog).
• Growing scarcity on the market for pieces in perfect condition (period crystal has often suffered).
• A growing interest in the work of René Delvenne.
Investing in this vase means acquiring a piece of the golden age of Belgian design. Unlike mass-produced decorative items that depreciate instantly, this crystal gains value over the decades. It is a tangible, decorative asset that is highly liquid on the art market.

Information

Manufactory: Val Saint Lambert (Belgium)
Designer: René Delvenne
Designation: “Corail” Model
Model: Corail (Listed in the 1956 catalog – Modern Fancy Pieces section)
Provenance: Private collection
Period: Circa 1956
Technique: Quality crystal, mass-colored and hot-worked
Structure: No chips, cracks, nicks, or material loss, including on the upper tips and the sharp twisting edges, which are usually sensitive areas.
Material condition: Healthy, clear crystal. Absence of white haze, devitrification, or limescale clouding. The material has retained its original shine and refractive index.
Signs of age: Presence of micro-scratches from use, located exclusively under the pontil and the base, confirming the authenticity of the piece.
Color technique: Color inclusion localized in the core (partial cased crystal technique). Saturated Cobalt Blue (Royal Blue) chromatic heart flaring out in a geometric gradient towards clear crystal flanks with perfect transparency.
Dimensions: Height: 380mm (15.0 inches) Diameter / Maximum width: 90 mm (3.5 inches)
Weight: 1,574 grams
Condition: Excellent original state of preservation

Package contents

• VSL Cobalt Blue “Corail” model vase
• Certificate of Authenticity

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Lifestyle visuals are creative works, carefully designed by GALERIE POPINCOURT to help you visualize the object in a setting.

Color rendering: Although we capture the true essence of each piece, shades may vary slightly depending on the lighting of the scene and your screen settings.

Accessories & Decoration: The furniture, textiles, or decorative items surrounding the product (vases, books, accent furniture, etc.) are presentation suggestions. Only the object described in the title and the text of the listing is offered for sale.

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