René Lalique Alice Jewelry Tray

Designed by master glassmaker René Lalique in 1924, this press-molded glass jewellery dish (Model No. 289, historically cataloged as "Alice" or Cendrier Alice) is an exquisite example of French Art Deco design. The dish features a sharp octagonal outer border surrounding a smooth, recessed oval central basin.

Along the wide border are eight relief-molded medallions, each depicting a stylized female figure in dynamic movement, set against a background of rhythmic, radiating ribbed arcs. Originally created as an ashtray, its refined proportions make it a versatile luxury tray for fine jewellery, rings, or desk accessories.

The piece bears an original, crisp molded R. LALIQUE signature near the inner rim. Over a century old, it remains a timeless accent piece for collectors of René Lalique, vintage barware, or Art Deco decorative arts.

• Creator: René Lalique

• Design Name & Model: "Alice", Model No. 289

• In the Style Of: Art Deco

• Place of Origin: France

• Period / Date of Manufacture: Circa 1924 (1920–1929)

• Materials & Techniques: Press-molded demi-crystal glass

• Dimensions:

  • Height: 2 cm (0.79 in)

  • Width: 11 cm (4.33 in)

  • Depth: 9 cm (3.54 in)

• Markings / Signatures: Molded R. LALIQUE signature along the inner rim

• Reference / Literature:

  • Félix Marcilhac, René Lalique – Catalogue Raisonné de l'Œuvre de Verre, Les Éditions de l'Amateur, Paris, 2011, N° 289.