The crystallized poetry of red gold: Safran by Maison Daum
In 2018, the crystal factory embarked on a quest for a new sensory universe: that of spices. To pay homage to one of the flowers
Among the most precious spices in history, safran has been given a unique golden-red hue by our artisans, a symbol of life, light, and renewal. Inspired from its very beginnings by the plant world and its mysteries, the crystalworks, in its 140th anniversary year, created a line dedicated to a little-known yet coveted plant: safran. Long considered the most expensive spice on the planet, it comes primarily from a magnificent purple flower, the crocus, of which only the delicate stigmas of a dazzling red are consumed. This color immediately appealed to the artisans at Daum crystalworks, who succeeded in reproducing it to create a collection that reflects the essence of safran: refined and exquisite. Each vase, bowl, decorative flower, or bottle evokes the delicate process of harvesting safran: a slow, meticulous gesture, repeated with grace, in harmony with the work of the artisans at Maison Daum. To translate into crystal the sensory experience of safran, which engages sight, smell, and taste, each petal shines with an incomparable and delightful brilliance, of infinite subtlety. The voluptuous and inviting shapes of the vases reveal exceptional craftsmanship, where the material seems to capture the very essence of the spice. Each piece in the Safran collection illuminates its surroundings from the first rays of sunlight, recalling the way crocuses open at sunrise, revealing delicate stamens of a deep and enticing red. An ode to demanding nature: the Safran collection by Daum
An ode to nature's demands, the Safran line tells the story of the flower's blossoming in the sandy, sun-drenched soil, culminating in the harvest of its fragile yet precious stigmas. Bowls, vases, and vibrant decorative flowers comprise this exceptional collection.
Just as the golden-yellow spice colors dishes, the Safran pieces are rich in warm hues, ranging from amber to red. Each composition is handcrafted with passion by artisans with centuries-old expertise, capable of offering a true sensory journey to distant and inviting lands using crystal paste. The interplay of textures, curves, and reflections lends each piece a poetic visual dimension, characteristic of the works of Maison Daum. Light naturally enhances the shades of red and yellow that compose the flowers, creating pieces of unforgettable refinement and brilliance. Both powerful and delicate, the Safran collection embodies a new vision of nature, where plant mingles with spice, where color becomes fragrance, and where crystal transforms into a living material. Embark on an intense sensory journey with the pieces in this line, which transport those who admire them to a magical world of subtle scents and hues, for an unparalleled emotional experience.
