• Vase en cristal vert Chartreuse modèle Conque par René Delvenne pour Val Saint Lambert 1956, sculpture de verre biomorphe mid-century modern sur un meuble devant une fenêtre | Chartreuse green crystal Conque vase by René Delvenne for Val Saint Lambert 1956, mid-century modern biomorphic glass sculpture on a wood console by a window
  • Vase en cristal vert Chartreuse modèle Conque par René Delvenne pour Val Saint Lambert 1956, sculpture de verre biomorphe mid-century modern sur un meuble en béton devant une fenêtre | Chartreuse green crystal Conque vase by René Delvenne for Val Saint Lambert 1956, mid-century modern biomorphic glass sculpture on a concrete console by a window. VIEW1
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  • Vase en cristal vert Chartreuse modèle Conque par René Delvenne pour Val Saint Lambert 1956, sculpture de verre biomorphe mid-century modern sur un meuble en béton devant une fenêtre | Chartreuse green crystal Conque vase by René Delvenne for Val Saint Lambert 1956, mid-century modern biomorphic glass sculpture on a concrete console by a window. VIEW3
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  • Page 61 du catalogue officiel 1956 de Val Saint Lambert illustrant les Pièces de Fantaisie Modernes dont le modèle Conque par René Delvenne | Page 61 of the official 1956 Val Saint Lambert catalog illustrating the Modernes Fantasy Pieces including the Conque model by René Delvenne
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  • Vase en cristal vert Chartreuse modèle Conque par René Delvenne pour Val Saint Lambert 1956, sculpture de verre biomorphe mid-century modern sur un meuble en béton devant une fenêtre | Chartreuse green crystal Conque vase by René Delvenne for Val Saint Lambert 1956, mid-century modern biomorphic glass sculpture on a concrete console by a window. VIEW10
  • Vase en cristal vert Chartreuse modèle Conque par René Delvenne pour Val Saint Lambert 1956, sculpture de verre biomorphe mid-century modern sur un meuble en béton devant une fenêtre | Chartreuse green crystal Conque vase by René Delvenne for Val Saint Lambert 1956, mid-century modern biomorphic glass sculpture on a concrete console by a window. VIEW11
  • Vase en cristal vert Chartreuse modèle Conque par René Delvenne pour Val Saint Lambert 1956, sculpture de verre biomorphe mid-century modern sur un meuble en béton devant une fenêtre | Chartreuse green crystal Conque vase by René Delvenne for Val Saint Lambert 1956, mid-century modern biomorphic glass sculpture on a concrete console by a window. VIEW12
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  • Vase en cristal vert Chartreuse modèle Conque par René Delvenne pour Val Saint Lambert 1956, sculpture de verre biomorphe mid-century modern | Chartreuse green crystal Conque vase by René Delvenne for Val Saint Lambert 1956, mid-century modern biomorphic glass sculpture Video view #1
  • Vase en cristal vert Chartreuse modèle Conque par René Delvenne pour Val Saint Lambert 1956, sculpture de verre biomorphe mid-century modern | Chartreuse green crystal Conque vase by René Delvenne for Val Saint Lambert 1956, mid-century modern biomorphic glass sculpture Video view #2
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"CONQUE" Art Vase, Chartreuse Green Crystal, 1956

"CONQUE" Art Vase, Chartreuse Green Crystal, 1956

MCM-VSL-1027

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A true milestone of post-war decorative arts

The "Conque" (Conch) vase transcends its primary function to assert itself as a powerful glass sculpture. Imagined by designer René Delvenne for the illustrious Belgian crystal manufacturer Val Saint Lambert, this object fascinates with its extraordinary physical presence, boasting a prodigious density of over 5.7 kilograms.
Its asymmetrical profile is directly inspired by the biomorphism then in vogue, capturing the helical movement and plastic generosity of a seashell. Hot-shaped, the crystal block unfolds in thick twists that trap light to better diffract it. The chosen hue is iconic: an acidic yellow-green, named Chartreuse, whose saturation varies dramatically. The core of the structure concentrates a vibrant chromatic nucleus, while the edges and the flared neck taper into pure translucency, offering a striking contrast between colorful opulence and crystalline transparency.

René Delvenne and the Golden Age of "Pièces de Fantaisie"

During the 1950s, the Val Saint Lambert factory (founded in 1826) undertook a major stylistic overhaul under the leadership of bold creators. Faced with the rise of free-flowing lines from Italy (Murano) or Scandinavia, designer René Delvenne infused a radically new aesthetic through the "Modern Fantasy Pieces" collection.
Delvenne broke definitively with the tradition of strictly cut and geometric crystal. He favored working with molten glass, stretched and mouth-blown by master glassmakers. The "Conque" model perfectly illustrates this period of artistic effervescence where the constraints of the material fade before the emancipation of free form, transforming each piece into a unique testament to artisanal virtuosity.

The opinion of Galerie POPINCOURT

What immediately catches the eye with this Conque model is the incredible tension between its physical monumentality and the aerial grace of its movement. Holding this piece means feeling the full physicality of Val Saint Lambert’s heavy crystal, while the eye perceives only an almost liquid volute, suspended in time.
The Chartreuse shade, rare and of an incredible retro-chic freshness, magnifies this organic geometry. Integrating such a piece today into an interior, whether modernist or resolutely contemporary, is equivalent to installing a true luminous signature. Its clinical state of preservation, free of any limescale veil, makes it a first-rate opportunity for demanding collectors.

Market Perspectives: A Design & Heritage Investment

Acquiring European art glass from the mid-20th century represents a strategic heritage allocation today. Driven by the growing interest of international collectors and interior designers, the market for prestigious historical pieces is undergoing a period of lasting revaluation.
The Val Saint Lambert signature remains an absolute reference, synonymous with world-renowned craftsmanship. The "Conque" model, explicitly listed on page 61 of the official catalog, meets all the criteria essential for a secure art investment:
• Unquestionable authenticity: Complete traceability via the manufacturer's period documentation.
• Market rarity: Due to their weight and structural complexity, pieces of this scale have rarely survived the decades without sustaining damage.
• Artist’s standing: The work of designer René Delvenne for Val Saint Lambert is the subject of a major critical rediscovery, supporting constant appreciation.
Choosing this piece means placing your capital in a historical, stable, and enduring art object, whose aesthetic and material value transcends passing trends.

Information

Manufacturer: Val Saint Lambert (Belgium)
Designer: René Delvenne
Designation: "Conque" model
Model: Conque (Listed in the official catalog of Modern Fantasy Pieces, Page 61)
Provenance: Private collection
Period: 1956
Technique: High-quality heavy crystal, mass-tinted and free-hand shaped
Structure: Perfect integrity. No chips, nicks, losses, or cracks on the asymmetrical neck or the rim of the upper lip
Material aspect: Healthy crystal of absolute clarity. Total absence of white veiling, devitrification, or opacification from limescale. The material retains its original luster, transparency, and refractive index.
Signs of age: Presence of micro-scratches from use, localized exclusively under the pontil and the base, confirming the authenticity of the piece.
Color technique: Color inclusion localized in the core (partial cased crystal technique). Chartreuse Green chromatic core (bright yellow-green) flaring in a subtle gradient towards the sides in perfectly transparent clear crystal.
Dimensions: Absolute height: 240 mm | Diameter at the neck: 175 mm
Weight: 5,725 grams (5.725 kg)
Condition: Excellent original state of preservation

Contents of the shipment

VSL Chartreuse Green "Conque" model vase, 1956
Certificate of Authenticity

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