A brooch, glass, with a motif of crickets.
Pattern in relief, diameter ca 40 mm, weight 28 g.
R. Lalique, Catalogue raisonné de l'œuvre de verre, Félix Marcilhac, s 57
René Lalique (1860–1945) was one of the most influential jewelry designers of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Associated with the Art Nouveau movement, Lalique revolutionized jewelry design by prioritizing artistic expression over the intrinsic value of materials. Instead of focusing solely on precious stones, he combined gold, enamel, glass, horn, and semi-precious gems to create poetic and highly original compositions. Lalique’s designs often drew inspiration from nature and symbolism, featuring delicate motifs such as dragonflies, orchids, peacocks, and female figures. His work attracted leading cultural figures of the time, including the celebrated actress Sarah Bernhardt, who frequently wore his creations on stage.Today, jewelry by René Lalique is regarded as a pinnacle of Art Nouveau craftsmanship. Highly sought after by collectors and museums, his pieces combine technical mastery with a distinctive aesthetic that continues to define the elegance and imagination of the period.
René Lalique was a French jeweller and glass artist who established his own workshop in 1885. Around the turn of the century, his production mostly consisted of exquisite jewellery in sophisticated Art Nouveau style. From around 1920, René Lalique transitioned to creating art glass. Lalique's glass pieces are mould-blown with naturalistically decorations of plants, women, and animals in a well-balanced harmony. Besides art glass, Lalique also manufactured perfume bottles, lamps, and glassware. The factory remains active to this day.
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