Bibi Hilton's Lalique Crystal Bagatelle Vase

Bibi Hilton's Lalique Crystal Bagatelle Vase (From the Estate of Mrs. Bibi Hilton) - This Bagatelle vase is an emblematic Lalique piece and best seller. From a naturalist inspiration, it was drawn for the first time in 1939. This vase became a classic of the collection combining fauna and flora themes. The vase is crafted in clear and frosted crystal in an ornate design featuring birds and flowers. The piece is signed Lalique France etched into the base and also has the Lalique sticker. Measurements: 6.75" x 4.25". This item comes directly from the estate of Mrs. Bibi Hilton. Mrs. Hilton was the wife of famed Hilton hotelier and heir Eric Hilton of the Hilton Hotel family, the youngest grandson of Conrad Hilton. As the wife of Eric Hilton, Bibi Hilton traveled the world as a goodwill ambassadress for the Hilton Hotel chain. For over three decades, until his death, Bibi worked alongside her husband as his partner further branding the Hilton name to the internationally iconic status it is today. Bibi Hilton's brother-in-law, Barron Hilton, often acknowledged her as one of the Hilton Hotels Corporation's greatest assets. Each buyer will receive an appreciation letter from the estate of Bibi Hilton for participating in Mrs. Hilton's auction.