LALIQUE: MAGIC OF MISTLETOE

The practice and use of mistletoe began with the ancient priests of Celts who cut the mistletoe from sacred oaks and gave it to the towns people for charms.  The early Europeans used mistletoe as a ceremonial plant and mythology speaks of "arrows from mistletoe."  


In contemporary times this practice of utilizing mistletoe became a Christmas tradition which involved standing beneath a mistletoe sprig and forfeiting a kiss if caught. Certainly, a most charming and enjoyable traditions that brings a smile to the unsuspected.  For those that collect and enjoy fine crystal it has become a family tradtion to capture the beauty and enjoyment of that moment through the artistry of Lalique.  The Lalique Annual Holiday Collector's series by Marie-Claude Lalique began with Noel in 1988. In 1989 the traditon continued with a brilliant blue Noel. 

Rene Lalique's grand-daughter, Marie-Claude, created this limited edition engraved holiday ornament in honor of her grand-father and his first major exposition as a master glassmaker and leader in contemporary glass design at the Place Vendome, Paris.  Rene designed a green glass medallion highlighted with mistletoe design on the front and molded lettering to invite patrons to his gallery to celebrate the ocassion.  Seventy years later, Marie-Claude,  was so captivated by the beauty of the design that she decided to transform the concept into a Christmas ornament.  The introduction of the crystal Noel holiday ornament began yet another Lalique tradition and it's shining lights have been enjoyed in beautiful homes around the country ever since.  Whether these shimmering mistletoe illuminaries are hung on the Christmas tree or displayed under a doorway, its beauty and magic wil continue to delight both one and old way beyond that holiday kiss.


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