Once more, it is the customary gift for royalty and heads of state. In a few short years Waterford Crystal reclaimed its pride of place. They recruited a small band of hand - picked artists, and under the guidance of these masters, young apprentices learned the intricacies of the art of crystal. But when Irish independence rekindled a passion for Irish arts in the 1940s and 1950s, a group of businessmen resolved to bring back to life the industry that had made the city of Waterford famous. This great tradition lay dormant for a hundred years. And it radiated a distinctive, silvery white brilliance, which Waterford Crystal's artists enhanced with deeply - cut ornamentation that gave the finished pieces a vivacious, traditional Waterford crystal sparkle. It felt soft and warm to the touch yet possessed strength and durability known only to Waterford crystal. They had in hand the old secrets of mingling minerals and glass to create Waterford crystal of beautiful and mysterious qualities. When the brothers George and William Penrose founded the Waterford Glass House in 1783, they made a bold promise - to make Waterford crystal in 'as fine a quality as any in Europe in the most elegant style.' And in all of Ireland, no hands have been more patient, more meticulous, or more blessed with the elusive powers of art than the hands of Waterford crystal's craftsmen.

It is one of the great traditions in the realm of art, a tradition founded on patient and meticulous hand craftsmanship.The skill of Irish hands is only part of the story - there is also an uncanny power in those hands to impart something magical to glass. Presented in signature Waterford packaging.Ĭrystal Classics is the largest independent Waterford online store in the U.S.įor centuries the Irish have been supreme artists in glass. Intricately adorned along the frames border are the signature diamond and wedge cuts of the beloved Lismore pattern which echo decades of design excellence and add eye-catching beauty to your most treasured experiences. The picture frames modest profile is exquisitely crafted from the finest crystal and is perfectly sized for a table, desk or mantle and delivers a luxury aesthetic to any space in your home. Product description: A combination of luxurious design and contemporary profile, the Lismore 5x7 Frame captures and displays your most precious moments for your timeless enjoyment. The famous Lismore pattern was created in 1952 by Miroslav Havel, Waterfords Chief of Design who drew inspiration for the patterns signature diamond and wedge cuts from the rugged charm of Lismore Castle in the idyllic countryside of County Waterford.

The Lismore pattern is celebrating 70 years in 2022. Presented in signature Waterford packaging.

A combination of luxurious design and contemporary profile, the Lismore 5x7 Frame captures and displays your most precious moments for your timeless enjoyment.

Waterford crystal photoframe