French Domed Cut Crystal Casket | Cristallerie d’Art F. Gross Baccarat | Fait Main | Gilt Ormolu Shell Clasp
A truly exceptional French handmade cut crystal jewelry casket from Cristallerie d’Art F. Gross, located in Baccarat, France — the legendary crystal capital of the world. What sets this piece apart is the rare domed arched lid — significantly more difficult and costly to produce than the flat-top versions commonly found on the market. The curved form requires precise hand-cutting across a compound surface, a mark of the finest craftsmanship.
The deeply cut diamond and pillar pattern catches light brilliantly from every angle. Gilt ormolu mounts are crisp and richly detailed, centered by a decorative shell/fan clasp — a signature of the finest French neoclassical tradition.
Both original labels remain intact: the teal “Fait Main” (handmade) sticker and the original Cristallerie d’Art F. Gross paper label. Exceptionally rare to find with full provenance.
