St. Louis 1981 Jean Paul II Sulphide
Attributed Brand: Cristal de France, Saint Louis
Period: 1981
Style: Sulphide, Signature Cane, Overlay
Base: Clear, Star Cut
Diameter: 2.86 in.
Weight: 1.33 lb
Condition: No obvious flaws.
Additional Information: This distinguished limited-edition paperweight features a finely sculpted frosted sulphide portrait of Pope John Paul II, designed by Gilbert Poillerat (GP), suspended within brilliant clear crystal. The paperweight is encased beneath an elegant white-over-gold double overlay, expertly faceted with a large top viewing facet and six side facets, each outlined with delicate gold enamel. The base is finished with Saint Louis' distinctive diamond (waffle) cut, showcasing the firm's renowned mastery of overlay cutting, sulphide artistry, and exceptional optical clarity. Engraved with gold enamel "SL 1981" on the base.
Condition
Please see condition in photos and in the condition section in description above.
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Attributed Brand: Cristal de France, Saint Louis
Period: 1981
Style: Sulphide, Signature Cane, Overlay
Base: Clear, Star Cut
Diameter: 2.86 in.
Weight: 1.33 lb
Condition: No obvious flaws.
Additional Information: This distinguished limited-edition paperweight features a finely sculpted frosted sulphide portrait of Pope John Paul II, designed by Gilbert Poillerat (GP), suspended within brilliant clear crystal. The paperweight is encased beneath an elegant white-over-gold double overlay, expertly faceted with a large top viewing facet and six side facets, each outlined with delicate gold enamel. The base is finished with Saint Louis' distinctive diamond (waffle) cut, showcasing the firm's renowned mastery of overlay cutting, sulphide artistry, and exceptional optical clarity. Engraved with gold enamel "SL 1981" on the base.
Condition
Please see condition in photos and in the condition section in description above.
Buyer's Premium
25%
