François Decorchemont was a French glass maker who was known for his work in pâte de verre, which is a technique of glassmaking that involves mixing powdered glass with a binder, such as a clay or resin, and then casting the mixture into a mold. The glass is then heated to a high temperature, causing it to fuse together and take on the shape of the mold. Pâte de verre is a very labor-intensive and time-consuming technique, and Decorchemont is known for creating some of the finest examples of pâte de verre glassware. His glassware is characterized by its rich colors, intricate designs, and high quality craftsmanship.
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A mottled green pate de verre glass urn shaped vase by Francois Decorchemont, French, circa 1924 impressed circular signature Decorchemont. 12.6 cm high
An aqua, blue and yellow pate de verre glass urn shaped vase by Francois Decorchemont, French, circa 1913 impressed circular signature Decorchemont. 14 cm high
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