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René Lalique Frog Necklace

  • This exquisite glass, enamel and gold necklace is a rare masterpiece of Art Nouveau jewelry design
  • Crafted by the legendary designer René Lalique, it displays an intriguing frog motif
  • The design embraces the flowing lines and natural aesthetic of the Art Nouveau
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A masterclass in Art Nouveau jewelry design, this visually arresting glass and enamel "Grenouilles" necklace is the work of legendary designer René Lalique. Pendants comprised of eye-catching jade green glass and enamel form the length of the necklace. Each takes the shape of a whimsical frog, delicately formed and carved by the master's hand. The frogs are highlighted by circular-cut diamonds and the lustrous 18K yellow gold settings. A celebration of the naturalist aesthetics that. . .
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A masterclass in Art Nouveau jewelry design, this visually arresting glass and enamel "Grenouilles" necklace is the work of legendary designer René Lalique. Pendants comprised of eye-catching jade green glass and enamel form the length of the necklace. Each takes the shape of a whimsical frog, delicately formed and carved by the master's hand. The frogs are highlighted by circular-cut diamonds and the lustrous 18K yellow gold settings. A celebration of the naturalist aesthetics that define the Art Nouveau period, this masterpiece of jewelry design exudes the qualities of Lalique's finest work.

René Lalique remains one of the most popular sculptors and designers of the Art Nouveau period. His remarkable jewelry designs echo the beauty and grace of the natural world, bringing to life the sensual, naturalistic themes of this highly artistic era. Combining precious materials such as gold and gemstones, Lalique's creations rejected traditional gem-centric designs in favor of overall aesthetics. As a result, Lalique's hand-crafted creations such as this remarkable pendant are among the most extraordinary designs of their era. Other rare examples of René Lalique's Art Nouveau jewelry creations can be found in the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, the Walters Art Museum in Baltimore and the Toledo Museum of Art in Ohio.

Circa 1902-3

Set in original fitted case stamped "Lalique"

Marked with French assay marks for 18 karat gold and maker's mark for René Lalique

17" length

Literature:
Yvonne Brunhammer, Les bijoux de Lalique, Paris, 1998, pg. 67, for an illustration of an identical necklace.
Emmanuel Ducamp, Jeannine Falino and Stephen Harrison, Artistic Luxury - Fabergé Tiffany Lalique, Cleveland, 2008, pg. 49, for an illustration of an identical necklace.

Provenance:
René Lalique's family, by descent.
Private Collection, Paris. Purchased in 1974, from an heir of René Lalique.
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René Lalique Frog Necklace
Period: 20th Century
Origin: France
Type: Necklaces
Style: Art Nouveau
René Lalique Frog Necklace
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