A stunning set of crystal drinking glasses made by the world renowned glass manufacturer Baccarat, France around the middle of the 20th century. This stunning set comprises of twelve red wine glasses, twelve white wine glasses and twelve glasses for water. This elegant set of hand cut crystal is in incredible condition, probably never been used as it comes in its original boxes from the period. They have an exquisite engraving that would work well with any style, whether traditional or midcentury modern. When placed together they are an impressive set and most importantly they are complete. Baccarat is a French luxury brand and manufacturer of fine crystal located in Baccarat, Meurthe-et-Moselle, France. The company has a long and illustrious history. In 1764, King Louis XV of France gave permission to found a glassworks in the town of Baccarat in the Lorraine region in eastern France to Prince Bishop Cardinal Louis-Joseph de Laval-Montmorency. The permission was granted in order to combat the influx of Bohemian glass which was so popular at the time. Production consisted of window panes, mirrors and stemware until 1816 when the first crystal oven went into operation. By that time over 3000 workers were employed at the site. Baccarat received its first royal commission in 1823 from King Louis XVIII. This was the beginning of a lengthy series of orders from royal families and heads of state from all over the world. The factory benefited from an extraordinary boom linked to strong international growth on the luxury market. Baccarat has remained at the forefront of the luxury glass market ever since and even owns two museums: the Musee Baccarat in Baccarat, and the Musee Baccarat in Paris on the Place des Etats Unis.

CONDITION:
In Excellent Condition, includes original boxes & paperwork.

SIZE:
Height: 16.5cm
Diameter: 7cm

Height: 14cm
Diameter: 8cm

Height: 13cm
Diameter: 7cm