The Musée Lalique, the first museum solely dedicated to René Lalique's glass and crystal work, will open in the town of Wingen-sur-Moder in Alsace in spring 2011.
Situated in the 18th-century glassmaking site where Lalique first started his now celebrated work, the new museum will trace the history of glassmaking, as well as display nearly 600 pieces designed by René Lalique
The 900-square-meter Musée Lalique will welcome a permanent exhibition that will present the history of the glass, and showcase never-before seen vases and jewelry, much of which were created during the Art Nouveau period between 1890 and 1905. Many of Lalique's famous works will be exhibited, such as his jewelry, Art Deco glass designs, perfume bottles and statues. A separate temporary exhibit space will display a variety of other glass pieces, updated one to two times per year.
The items presented in the museum will include donations from the Lalique Company and from various Paris museums such as the Musée des Arts et Métiers and the Musée des Arts Décoratifs. Also featured in the exhibits will be audiovisual and multimedia documents, which will help visitors gain a more comprehensive view of the historical, artistic and technical context behind Lalique’s work. A guided tour will also be available for visitors to explore the site and uncover the history of glassmaking in the area.
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