Orchidée

The Orchidée Collection by Maison Daum: nature sublimated into floral sculpture.

With this collection, Maison Daum combines artisanal craftsmanship and creative boldness to offer a decidedly contemporary interpretation of floral pattern. The Orchidée vase, the centerpiece of this collection, is striking. due to its architectural dimensions. More than just a decorative object, this vase is a true sculptural work where every detail celebrates the richness of nature. surface treatment in relief and recess, the interplay of opacity and transparency, as well as the complexity of the lines, give rise to a a work of living crystal, which changes depending on its exposure to light. The Orchidée collection reveals all the expertise of the Daum House. A true A technical feat, the vases in this collection are made using the ancestral lost-wax casting technique, thus demonstrating excellence of the crystal factory's artisanal know-how. This method, borrowed from the field of bronze sculpture, allows an unparalleled level of detail: the walls with relief and in-relief engravings and The hollows reveal a delicate orchidée pattern, whose crystallized representation emphasizes refinement and sensuality. Each petal seems to awaken under the effect of changing light, revealing an iridescent palette of emerald green, lagoon blue, and violet. deep. These shades merge into the material to give a unique depth in each creation. This combination of colors evokes the tropical environments, where many varieties of orchids originate from, adding a lush dimension to the whole. This subtle interplay of colors and textures allows one to contemplate each vase. in a thousand and one ways, day after day. Depending on the angle of view and the depending on the lighting conditions, it reveals different nuances, ranging from the cool freshness of a humid foliage to the vibrant heat of a bouquet in full bloom.

The Orchidée Collection, a decidedly contemporary way of representing nature
Beyond their aesthetic beauty, the vases in the Orchidée collection are part of a broader reflection on the place of nature in the domestic universe. By capturing the flower in crystal, Maison Daum does not Don't just try to imitate it, but capture its essence. capturing the fleeting moment of its bloom to transform it into a timeless work of art. The orchid, a sensual and refined flower, thus becomes a symbol of elegance. Timeless, reinterpreted through the prism of the art of glassmaking. A true work of art, the Orchid vase embodies the magic of nature frozen in time. in crystal, and stands out as a timeless floral sculpture. With With the Orchid collection, Daum Crystal celebrates what makes it unique. for over 140 years: the ability to transcend nature through matter, and to give birth to works of art that are as fragile as they are eternal.