Welcome to Lumière & Vitrail

Catherine Vidal — French stained glass artist and designer

I am Catherine Vidal, a French artisan dedicated to creating handmade stained glass lamps, inspired by the refinement of Art Deco and the timeless elegance of Tiffany style. Each piece is entirely handcrafted using traditional techniques, giving it a unique character and soul.

My work is meant to do more than illuminate — it brings atmosphere, depth and a sense of artistry into your space.

Discover my collection (French website — automatic translation available):
https://lumiere-et-vitrail.eu

Explore my collection (French website — automatic translation available):
https://lumiere-et-vitrail.eu/boutique/

I speak English and will be happy to assist you with any enquiry, bespoke project or international shipping request.

I have solid experience in shipping delicate artworks worldwide. Each piece is meticulously prepared and secured with reinforced packaging to ensure safe delivery.

✔ Handmade in France
✔ Worldwide shipping
✔ Museum-quality care in packaging
✔ Bespoke creations available

A glimpse of my creations

Secure packaging for fragile items

Each piece is prepared with the utmost care, following a rigorous packaging protocol that combines reinforced materials
with double protection.
This level of attention ensures safe delivery, both within France and internationally.

With over 1,000 stained glass lamps shipped worldwide, I bring proven expertise to the careful handling and preservation of each piece.
More than 160 customer reviews attest to this commitment.

(View verified customer reviews here : )

International Shipping & Customs

🇪🇺 European Union

Orders shipped within the European Union are not subject to customs duties.
👉 The price displayed is the final price, with no additional charges upon delivery.

🌎 Outside the European Union

My artworks fall under a specific customs category for original art (HS Code 9703.00), which often allows reduced or even zero import duties, particularly in the United States.

For international shipments outside the EU, customs duties, local taxes, and handling fees may apply depending on the destination country.

🇺🇸 United States

Most orders shipped to the United States benefit from very low import fees, and orders below 800 USD are generally duty-free.
Many collectors are surprised by how simple and affordable the process is, even for larger pieces.

I have extensive experience shipping internationally, including to the United States, with smooth delivery and no unexpected issues reported by my collectors.

🇦🇺 Australia

Orders below 1,000 AUD are generally not subject to import duties.

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

• Under £135: VAT is usually collected at checkout
• Above £135: VAT (20%), customs duties, and handling fees may apply

🇨🇦 Canada

Sales taxes (GST/HST, approx. 5% to 15%) generally apply upon delivery, along with possible handling fees.

🇨🇭 Switzerland

Swiss VAT (approx. 7.7%) and customs clearance fees may apply upon delivery.

🇳🇿 New Zealand

GST (15%) and possible fees for orders above certain thresholds.

🇯🇵 Japan

Import taxes and possible customs duties depending on value and item type.

🇦🇪 United Arab Emirates

VAT (5%) and possible customs duties upon import.

🇮🇱 Israel

VAT (approx. 17%) and possible clearance fees.

🇰🇼 Kuwait

Customs duties (approx. 5%) and possible import fees.

🇰🇷 South Korea

VAT (10%) and possible customs duties depending on value.

🇳🇴 Norway

VAT (25%) and import handling fees may apply.

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⚠️ Important

Customs duties and taxes are determined by local authorities and are the responsibility of the customer.
They may vary depending on the value, nature of the item, and destination country.

Have a question about shipping to your country or a specific piece?
I’ll be happy to assist you personally.

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Created by Catherine Vidal