{"product_id":"antique-val-saint-lambert-crystal-decanter-1908","title":"Antique Hand-Cut Crystal Decanter | Val Saint Lambert (c. 1908)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eVal Saint Lambert, nestled in Seraing near Liège, Belgium, is a beacon of crystal craftsmanship with a legacy spanning nearly two centuries. Established in 1826 by chemist François Kemlin and engineer Auguste Lelièvre, the company transformed the remnants of the Val-Saint-Lambert Abbey into a thriving glassworks.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\"\u003eA Century of Belgian Crystal Craftsmanship\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\"\u003eCreated by the renowned Belgian crystal manufacturer Val Saint Lambert, this antique hand-cut crystal decanter represents an era when craftsmanship was expressed through remarkable precision and elaborate decorative cutting. Dating to the early 20th century, its design is documented in the manufacturer's 1908 catalogue — connecting this individual piece to more than a century of Belgian glassmaking heritage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\"\u003eWith its rectangular silhouette, intricate geometric decoration and original faceted crystal stopper, this is more than a vessel for serving fine spirits. It is a surviving example of historical craftsmanship, made to be admired as much as used.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\"\u003eHand-Cut Geometry and Light\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\"\u003eThe defining character of this Val Saint Lambert decanter lies in its elaborate hand-cut decoration. Intersecting diamond patterns surround a prominent central starburst motif, while finely cut vertical borders frame the composition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\"\u003eThe depth and precision of the cutting create a striking interplay of light and reflection, allowing the clear crystal to reveal new details from different viewing angles. An original, geometrically faceted crystal stopper completes the design, complementing the craftsmanship of the decanter itself.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\"\u003eA Design Preserved Since 1908\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\"\u003eThe decanter's design is documented in Val Saint Lambert's original 1908 catalogue, \u003ci\u003eAlbum des Pièces Diverses en Cristal\u003c\/i\u003e, on page 68 as model number 52. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\"\u003eAssociated with Hubert Fouarge, an influential figure in the manufacturer's artistic heritage, the piece reflects the elaborate crystal-cutting traditions of Belgium's early 20th-century glassmaking industry. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\"\u003eMore than a century later, its geometric decoration remains remarkably compelling — a reminder that exceptional craftsmanship can retain its character long after the era in which it was created.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\"\u003eA Singular Piece of History\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\"\u003eUnlike contemporary glassware produced in series, this antique decanter is an individual historical object. Its age, provenance and surviving craftsmanship give it a character that cannot simply be reproduced through modern manufacturing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\"\u003eSuitable for presenting a favorite spirit or displaying as part of a considered collection, it offers something increasingly uncommon: the opportunity to own a piece of crystal-making history rather than merely an interpretation of it.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\"\u003eGift-Ready Presentation\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\"\u003eAs a one-of-a-kind antique, this decanter deserves a presentation that respects both its age and its craftsmanship. Carefully protected for transport and prepared with Oak \u0026amp; Ember's signature attention to presentation, the experience of receiving it should feel as considered as the piece itself.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\"\u003eAuthentic antique Belgian crystal decanter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer: \u003c\/strong\u003eVal Saint Lambert\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesign attribution: \u003c\/strong\u003eHubert Fouarge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePeriod: \u003c\/strong\u003eEarly 20th century\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical reference: \u003c\/strong\u003eVal Saint Lambert catalogue, 1908\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCatalogue identification: \u003c\/strong\u003ePage 68, model 52\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial: \u003c\/strong\u003eHand-cut clear crystal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDecoration: \u003c\/strong\u003eIntersecting diamond patterns and central starburst motif\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eOriginal geometrically faceted crystal stopper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition: \u003c\/strong\u003eNear pristine condition, superficial chafing on the stopper stem\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCapacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e approx. 600 ml\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e approx. 22 x 8 cm (H x W) including stopper\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight: \u003c\/strong\u003e1250 g incl. stopper\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Origin: \u003c\/strong\u003eBelgium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eCare\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\"\u003eAntique crystal requires more considered care than contemporary glassware. To preserve its clarity and historical character, we recommend gentle hand washing using lukewarm water and a soft cloth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNever place in a dishwasher\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\"\u003eAvoid abrasive cleaning materials and aggressive detergents\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid sudden temperature changes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\"\u003eHandle the original crystal stopper with particular care\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\"\u003eDo not expose to direct heat\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\"\u003eAllow to dry completely before storing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\"\u003eDiscover our collection of Crystal Whiskey Glasses to complement this historical decanter, or explore our Whiskey Accessories for other considered additions to the ritual.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-US;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Oak \u0026 Ember","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59954245894489,"sku":null,"price":249.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0993\/4848\/0345\/files\/1908Decanter_Hero.jpg?v=1792202773","url":"https:\/\/oak-ember.nl\/en\/products\/antique-val-saint-lambert-crystal-decanter-1908","provider":"Oak \u0026 Ember","version":"1.0","type":"link"}