The D'Argental firm was founded around 1919 by Paul Nicolas on the site of an existing glass factory, 'La Cristallerie de Saint-Louis,' which traces its origins back to 1586.
Paul Nicolas, an important figure in French Art Nouveau glass, was a student and later the chief designer for Émile Gallé.
D'Argental cameo glass typically features:
Some museums where their pieces can be seen are:
