Large Magnum vase decorated with citrus fruits - Daum brand

Discover the Citrus collection, a vibrant tribute to sun-drenched Andalusian landscapes. ​​Inspired by the spicy beauty of lemons, this collection captures the essence of lush Spanish orchards.

The heart of the collection is the magnificent Magnum vase, a stunning piece embodying the spirit of southern Spain, featuring a blend of whole lemons, lemon leaves, and sliced lemon segments.

Daum is a brand of the highest quality craftsmanship combined with a passion for creating luxurious objects.

Learn the story

Daum, the legendary master glassmaker, has maintained close relationships with the greatest artists of his time for over a century, giving their works a second life in crystal and color. From École de Nancy, Art Nouveau to decorative arts, from Majorelle to Dalí, Arman, and Hilton McConnico, Daum has embraced every magical encounter between artistic creativity and modern knowledge, continually renewing the union of art and exceptional craftsmanship.

Few brands have collaborated with so many artists: over nearly 140 years, more than 350 unique autographs have created an unparalleled legacy, a one-of-a-kind collection of its kind.

How can we translate these works into crystal sculptures? Here is Daum’s secret: a creator of extraordinary objects, with a highly skilled workshop, a laboratory of wonders, designing incomparable items.

Manufacturing methods

The crystal paste technique is rare and very ancient. It appeared as early as 5000 BC (found in the tombs of pharaohs). Long forgotten, it was rediscovered by Daum in 1900 and further developed in 1968. This process is extremely delicate. Items produced by combining pieces of crystal mixed in molds are characterized by graininess, material richness, and soft contours, which cannot be achieved with blown glass.

Daum’s specialty, copied but never matched — crystal paste, a precious material that gives the object a sculptural dimension, continues to evolve. Crystal paste has the unique property of imparting transparency to the shapes it recreates. The brilliance of this material, the intensity of colors, and subdued shades give it a distinctive character.

Crystal paste contains nearly 30% lead. It is made from specially prepared crystal in kilns. Several factors influence the final color: weighing of materials, mixture proportions, chemical reactions of certain minerals and metals, temperature rise, and cooling in furnaces.

Thanks to the Daum-developed lost-wax casting method and crystal casting techniques, reproducing the original is perfect and aligns with the artist’s vision. Currently, Daum is the only crystal manufacturer in the world capable of creating this exceptional material with such precision. Crystal paste is a substance that has evolved for over a century, adapting to the whims of master glassmakers’ imaginations. It is through mastery and continuous research that world-renowned masterpieces are born.