Mid-Century Val Saint Lambert Cranberry Crystal Glass Compote

This is an elegant mid-century art glass low compote with a shallow bowl, attributed to Val Saint Lambert of Belgium. The piece is made of cranberry-coloured crystal cased in clear lead crystal, producing a luminous effect typical of Val Saint Lambert’s postwar designs.

The bowl is formed with a softly undulating, four-lobed rim and a clear pedestal base. The design is characteristic of the studio’s modernist period during the 1950s–1960s, when designers such as Charles Graffart and René Delvenne introduced organic, sculptural forms that showcased the brilliance and depth of coloured crystal.

Measurements
Diameter: 11” / 10” square

Height: 3”

Weight:  5 lbs and 3 oz

Material: Cased lead crystal — cranberry within clear

Origin: Belgium — unsigned, but attributed to Val Saint Lambert, circa 1950s. VsL used acid etching during this period that often would wear off.

Condition: Excellent condition with no pronounced wear, chips, cracks, or repairs. Displays beautifully with deep colour and excellent clarity.

A refined example of Belgian crystal design — elegant in form, rich in colour, and unmistakably mid-century modern.