Object of the Day: A Black Crystal Penguin Paperweight

In my collection of black crystal animals, the tallest and most regal of the lot is this handsome penguin by the crystal-makers at Val Saint Lambert. I figured that, after seeing all the gents in their tuxes at the Oscars last night, that Mr. Penguin here was the perfect object for this morning.


Val Saint Lambert has been making fine crystal since being founded in Belgium in 1826. They were particularly known for their Art Deco and Art Nouveau masterpieces and are still celebrated for their exciting creations to this day.