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French Bronze Buckle Brooch Line Vautrin

$2,000
£1,529.11
€1,761.22
CA$2,802.61
A$3,128.85
CHF 1,639.47
MX$38,300.25
NOK 20,821.32
SEK 19,631.86
DKK 13,144.18
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About the Item

A sculptured bronze brooch with a clip that be used on lapel or as a scarf tie by French Parisian art jewelry designer Line Vautrin (1913-1997) In a rare Inca motif, with triangular cutout, scrolling lines and seven loops on the edge. This was a series the designer made circa 1946 for a small group of pieces, mostly buckles and brooches. Signed "Line Vautrin" verso under the clip. Reference: for a similar piece, see Line Vautrin by Ann Bokelberg, Figure 118, page 147.
  • Creator:
    Line Vautrin (Artist)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 1.6 in (4.07 cm)Width: 2.25 in (5.72 cm)Depth: 0.25 in (6.35 mm)
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1950s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Fine with patina.
  • Seller Location:
    Atlanta, GA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU945022976502

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