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LALIQUE STYLE PLAQUE FROM 
S.S NORMANDIE 

Presented is a frosted glass figural panel of two soaring nude females, possibly Bacchantes from Greek Mythology, frolicking over a rising sun. The amber plate is in
the style of Rene’ Lalique, recognized as one of the world’s greatest glass makers and jewelry designers of the
Art Nouveau and Art Deco periods. Reportedly, it originally came from the TSS Normandie when the ship’s interior
decorations were auctioned in 1945. It is said to be the same as the one in pink that was later purchased
by a collector of marine memorabilia in the 1960’s from a ship’s worker. Typical of many of Lalique’s designs and technique as
in the Lalique Bacchantes’ $4000.00 vase pictured bellow. Its amber coloring is considered quite rare. The buyer
must decide these things for himself.

 

Close-up of panel top section                      Close-up of bottom section   SIZE & CONDITION: The glass, unsigned, panel is in the shape of a Isosceles Trapezoid and measures 10″ across the top and 7 1/2″ across the bottom. It is 10″ tall, and is slightly curved. There are some small hairline and shallow surface molding cracks clearly shown in the photgraphs, a few small chips on the back edges which are not noticeable, and one small chip at the left bottom corner. Otherwise it is in fine condition. It is of a raised relief of two nudes frolicking over a rising sunrise in the center.   From Wikipedia’s SS Normandie: This first class dining room could seat 700 diners at a time with 150 tables, serving them with some of the best meals in the world. This ship was a floating promotion of the most sophisticated French Cuisine of the period. However due to the design of the ship, no natural lighting could get in. The designers illuminated the room with twelve tall pillars of Lalique glass and along the walls stood 38 columns equally bright. In addition, two chandeliers hung at each end of the room. From this gorgeous display of lights came the nickname “Ship of Light”. The French Line marketed the dining room as longer than the Hall of Mirrors at Versailles.  BACCHANTES FROM THE GREEK:  (also known as Maeands, or Thyiades) played an important role in Greek mythology, literature, and art. These women worshipped the Greek god Dionysos, and, along with the notorious satyrs, formed part of the god’s entourage. Indeed, Maenads frequently appear together with the frenzied deity by abandoning themselves to the wild, liberating energy of nature, in both myth and art. Shipping & Packaging The cost of shipping, packing, handling, and insurance to your destination, will be calculated point to point and is an additional charge. You may email us to get these costs. We price our shipping honestly, but we expect to be reimbursed for the nominal cost of packaging materials and handling. Our Unconditional 'No Nonsense' Guarantee If not completely satisfied with your purchase it may be returned, if without damage, within three days of receipt in its original packaging. Return items must be insured for their full value. Only a prior email authorization by us for the return is required. Shipping charges are refundable if due to our error within the continental United States. International buyers welcome, but inquire first. We have satisfied customers worldwide. Standard Forms of Payment Bank wire transfer, cashier’s check, money order, or personal check in which case the item will be held until cleared. Our prices are quoted net to us so that the use of credit cards or PayPal incur extra charges. Terms on overseas sales are different. Established in 2003 Celebrating 18 Years of Exellence in Nautical Antiques About Land and Sea Collection™ The Source for the Finest Nautical Antiques, Affordable Marine Art, Vintage Dive Helmets, New Sextants, Antique Sextants, and beautifully executed Antique & Vintage Boat, Ship and Aircraft Models. Contact Information By Appointment Only Palm City, FL 34990 USA +1-772-287-7022 8am-6pm EST Join Our Mailing List Email (required) * First Name * Last Name * Select list(s) to subscribe to General Interest 2010-2015 Example: Yes, I would like to receive emails from Land and Sea Collection. (You can unsubscribe anytime) Constant Contact Use. Please leave this field blank. By submitting this form, you are consenting to receive marketing emails from: Land and Sea Collection. You can revoke your consent to receive emails at any time by using the SafeUnsubscribe® link, found at the bottom of every email. Emails are serviced by Constant Contact © Copyright 2003 – 2024 by Land And Sea Collection™, All Rights Reserved. | Website by: Mary Lee Weir Join Our Mailing List Email (required) * First Name * Last Name * Select list(s) to subscribe to General Interest 2010-2015 Example: Yes, I would like to receive emails from Land and Sea Collection. (You can unsubscribe anytime) Constant Contact Use. Please leave this field blank. By submitting this form, you are consenting to receive marketing emails from: Land and Sea Collection. You can revoke your consent to receive emails at any time by using the SafeUnsubscribe® link, found at the bottom of every email. Emails are serviced by Constant Contact