What makes a Waterford Crystal a Lismore Crystal?
The pattern features refined diamond cuts – a signature of early Penrose designs – and a symmetrical series of upward flowing wedge cuts. The clarity of the crystal combined with the refraction of light through the cutting created what the world now treasures- the enduring allure of Lismore.
Who is the designer of the Waterford Crystal?
Influenced by the 18th century crystal designs of Waterford founders George and William Penrose, Waterford Crystal designer Miroslav Havel created the Lismore pattern in 1953. Synonymous with luxury and fine living, the Waterford Crystal Lismore pattern has been Waterford’s pre-eminent design for 65 years.
Are there any Waterford crystal vases made in Ireland?
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.
When did George and William Penrose make Waterford Crystal?
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.” It was no idle boast.
The pattern features refined diamond cuts – a signature of early Penrose designs – and a symmetrical series of upward flowing wedge cuts. The clarity of the crystal combined with the refraction of light through the cutting created what the world now treasures- the enduring allure of Lismore.
Is the Lismore pattern synonymous with Waterford City?
Our most distinguished design of the last 60 years, the Lismore pattern is synonymous with the city of Waterford and refined enjoyment of luxury crystal.
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.
Influenced by the 18th century crystal designs of Waterford founders George and William Penrose, Waterford Crystal designer Miroslav Havel created the Lismore pattern in 1953. Synonymous with luxury and fine living, the Waterford Crystal Lismore pattern has been Waterford’s pre-eminent design for 65 years.
