Baccarat Crystal Nesting Stork Figurine or Art Glass Paperweight

Vintage, clear crystal nesting stork Figurine by Baccarat from 1977, now retired. This lovely bird sitting on her nest is a wonderful example of the sensitive design of the animal sculptures produced by Baccarat in its facilities in France's Lorraine. Baccarat, known for its beautiful lead crystal vases, chandeliers, paperweights and perfume bottles already before the mid 1800s, produced its first animal sculptures in 1925 for the opening of the International Exhibition of Industrial and Decorative Arts in France. They were so popular that Baccarat began producing such figurines each year. This one dates to 1977 and was retired in 2003. This nesting stork figurine measures 5 3/4" long, 2 1/8" deep and 1 3/4" high and weighs 1 lb 1.2 oz. Signed on the bottom and fitted with felt pads to protect the bottom. This figurine is in excellent condition with no chips, cracks or signs of wear, including on the base. (The felt pads have been left on to protect the bottom further.) Carefully packed and double boxed for shipping. A beautiful addition to a collection or as an elegant accent to a desk or table. Would make a wonderful gift to an expectant parent!