René Lalique
1860–1945 (age 85)
Biography
René Lalique, born in 1860, transformed jewelry and glassmaking with visionary Art Nouveau designs that blended natural forms and technical mastery. His creations, from opulent necklaces to luminescent vases, championed beauty alongside meticulous craftsmanship and reflected a belief in art’s ability to elevate everyday objects.
By the time of his death in 1945, Lalique’s name had become synonymous with elegance, and the houses he endowed continued to inspire designers worldwide while his enduring works remained showcased across museums and cherished collections.