How do I identify a Lalique piece?

Look for crisp moulding and characteristic opalescence that glows blue in transmitted light. Signatures are typically etched or moulded into the base. Check for the specific model names and catalogue numbers recorded across the period production.

How should I display these dishes?

Place them where natural light can pass through the body to activate the opalescent or frosted qualities. Open shelving near a window allows the blue and amber tones to show properly. Ensure the support is stable, particularly for footed bowls and tazzas.

Are all these items French?

The selection includes significant French Art Deco output alongside English Victorian and Edwardian examples. Makers from France, such as Lalique, Sabino, and Etling, sit alongside English factories like Jobling and Davidson. Each region utilises distinct stylistic markers tied to its decade of manufacture.