By Helaine Fendelman and Joe Rosson
From Tribune News Service
Dear Helaine and Joe:
I am sending photos of a glass, 14-inch diameter, mermaid plate or bowl that has a signature on it. I think it reads “Lalique France” — but I am not sure. Any thoughts or estimate of value would be appreciated.
Thank you,
C. P.
Dear C. P.,
The pattern name of this lovely piece is “Calypso,” and it was indeed made by Lalique at their Verrerie d’Alsace (Glassworks of Alsace). It is located in Wingen-sur-Moder, Alsace, France, and was founded by Rene Lalique in 1922. Alsace is a region in far eastern France with Strasbourg as its capital….