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René Lalique Butterfly Woman Brooch
- This stunning Lalique brooch is exemplary of the acclaimed artist's Art Nouveau aesthetic
- The butterfly woman's wings are constructed with the complex plique-à-jour technique
- Complemented by rose and old mine cut diamonds set along the wings
- Circa 1900
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Lalique revolutionized jewelry at the turn of the century, rejecting conventional displays of gemstones in favor of jewels conceived as true works of art.. . .
Lalique revolutionized jewelry at the turn of the century, rejecting conventional displays of gemstones in favor of jewels conceived as true works of art. Rather than allowing diamonds alone to dictate a design, he elevated line, symbolism, craftsmanship and materials into a new visual language. This brooch perfectly embodies that vision, with the graceful 18K gold figure framed by luminous wings of plique-à-jour enamel accented with rose cut and old mine diamonds.
Often described as “backless cloisonné,” plique-à-jour is widely considered the most technically demanding and fragile of all enameling techniques. Here, the translucent enamel is suspended within the delicate gold framework of the wings, creating the effect of luminous stained glass. Surviving examples of this quality are exceptionally rare, particularly in such remarkable condition.
More than an adornment, this brooch is a miniature masterpiece by one of history’s most important jewelry designers.
Circa 1900
| Period: | 20th Century |
| Origin: | France |
| Type: | Brooches |
| Style: | Art Nouveau |
| Stones: | Diamonds |
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