Description: Set of eight Baccarat crystal open salts with square design marked "Baccarat France" with logo.


History: In response to a wealthy landowners request to make the best use of the natural resources of the infertile Baccarat region of France, King Louis XV created "Compagnie des Cristalleries de Baccarat" in 1765 by royal decree. During the mid-19th century Baccarat chandeliers and tableware were favored by European royalty, with the Russian aristocracy proving to be some of their most loyal clientele. At one point, one-third of Baccarat's workforce (over 2,000 employees), were assigned solely to fulfill the orders for the Russian court. In addition to the extravagant pieces, Baccarat created scores of stemware for the Russian market. A custom initiated by the first tsars mandated that no one should drink from a glass touched by their own lips, and many grand dukes and nobleman followed suit. Consequently, many a Baccarat crystal goblet was immediately smashed after only a single use! The international acclaim, the royal patronage and the quantity and quality of the awards won at expositions throughout Paris and Europe have garnered a magnificent reputation for the French firm. Prized for its clarity, detail and beauty of form, Baccarat crystal is the perfect accompaniment to any dinner service.

Provenance: FL Estate


Dimensions: Weight (Pounds & Ounces) = 2.5 | Height(in) = 6 | Width(in) = 10 | Depth(in) = 10

Size of Artwork(in): .75 x 2.5"


Artist Name: Baccarat


Medium: Glass


Circa: Circa 20th Century

Very good condition. No chips or cracks.