"La Brise" by Louis Laubignat for Daum

An impressive and very large mid 20^th Century French pâte-de verre limited edition glass study designed by Louis Laubignat and produced by Daum. The figure of a seated lady with her legs crossed with fine transulescent colour, signed Daum France and numbered 64/225

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Height:                                      37.5 cm

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Width:                                       22 cm          

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Depth:                                       27 cm                          

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Condition:                                Excellent Original Condition

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Circa:                                        1970

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Materials:                                  Pate de Verre Glass

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SKU:                                          6767

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ABOUT

Louis Laubignat (French, 1945 ~ 2025) was a French sculptor associated with modern figurative art, whose work is distinguished by its fluid forms, introspective mood, and refined sense of balance. Active in the mid to late 20th century, Laubignat developed a style that moved away from strict naturalism toward a more stylised, almost meditative interpretation of the human figure. His sculptures often depict seated or reclining female forms, characterised by simplified anatomy, soft contours, and an emphasis on volume rather than detail. This approach gives his work a timeless, almost sculptural purity.

Laubignat’s designs have been successfully translated into pâte de verre by Daum, which has produced limited edition casts of his figures. In this medium, his forms take on a new dimension, the softly granular surface and translucent colour enhancing the sense of light and atmosphere. Pieces similar to the example shown, with a seated female figure in a contemplative pose, demonstrate a harmony between material and subject. The subtle green tones and diffused finish emphasise serenity and introspection. These editions combine Laubignat’s sculptural vision with Daum’s technical mastery, resulting in works that are both modern and timeless.

Daum Glass

Founded in 1878 in Nancy, France, Daum began as a modest glassworks established by Jean Daum. Initially producing utilitarian wares, the firm rapidly evolved under the direction of his sons, Auguste and Antonin Daum, who embraced the flourishing Art Nouveau movement. By the late 19th century, Daum had become one of the leading artistic glassmakers in France, renowned for its cameo glass, acid-etched decoration, and naturalistic designs inspired by flora and fauna.

Working alongside artists of the École de Nancy, including Émile Gallé, Daum developed a distinctive style characterised by layered glass, intricate carving, and subtle coloration. In the early 20th century, the firm adapted to the emerging Art Deco aesthetic, producing sleeker, more geometric designs while maintaining exceptional technical standards.

A major innovation came with the development of pâte de verre, a technique revived and refined by Daum to create sculptural works with soft, textured surfaces and rich translucency. This process became central to the company’s identity in the modern era.

Today, Daum continues to collaborate with contemporary artists and designers, producing limited-edition sculptures and objects that combine traditional craftsmanship with modern creativity. From its Art Nouveau origins to its current position as a leader in artistic glass, Daum remains synonymous with innovation, quality, and French decorative excellence.

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