Art Nouveau Brooch Signed Vernon Depicting Friendship Between Two Women

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Art Nouveau Brooch Signed Vernon Depicting Friendship Between Two Women

About the Item

As the established craftsman Vernon is, he must have constructed the idyllic scenery of this 18K yellow gold French Art Nouveau brooch fully out of symbols. On the background, we notice cypresses as a symbol of mourning. On the front, we believe to recognize a bush of edelweiss as a symbol of nobility, devotion and deep love. The window to this view is surrounded by chrysanthemum as a symbol of life, joy and optimism. Or... this piece of jewellery could just be about two women enjoying each other's company while reading a book and enjoying the sensational sight. A sight with on the left side a majestic building from behind the intimate garden spot while on the right side cypresses leading up to a mountain. But... if we connect this bare description with the flower connotations, suddenly we find ourselves in a story of memories to a lighthearted time, of everlasting friendship and of hope of a reunion. True symbolism of an artist or just figments of a jewellery aficionado, this jewel is what it is: a vessel of emotion. Antique jewelry object group: brooch Condition: excellent condition Do you wish for a 360° view of this unique jewel? Just send us your request and we’ll give you the direct link to the videoclip showing this treasure’s full splendour as no picture can. Country of origin: France Style: Art Nouveau - Art Nouveau (French for New Style) is an international movement and style of art, architecture and applied art - especially the decorative arts - that peaked in popularity at the turn of the 20th century (1890–1905). Period: ca. 1900 Theme: Friendship between two women Material: 18K yellow gold Extra information: Vernon - His full name is Frédéric de Vernon and he was born in 1858. He went to the decorative arts school. Some of his admirable pendants are: ‘la Saint Cécile’ (the Saint Cecile) made in 1896, ‘la Gailla’ (the Gailla) in 1897, ‘l’Amour’ (the love) and ‘la Vièrge’ (the virgin) in 1898), ‘le Jour’ (the day), ‘la Nuit’ (the night), ‘l’Aurore’ (Aurora) and ‘le Crépuscule’ (the twilight) in 1899 and 1900. The most famous of his works is the thimble that President Krüger of South Africa offered to Queen Wilhelmine of the Netherlands for her wedding. It represents a group of Parisian seamstresses. The master's tiepin measures Signature: Vernon Hallmarks: The French control mark for 18K gold representing an eagle's head that was in use in France from about 1838. Dimensions: 3,50 cm (1,38 inch) x 2,15 cm (0,85 inch) Weight: 8,30 gram (5,34 dwt) Reference Nº: 18082-0159 - Copyright photography: Adin, fine antique jewelry - The jewelry on our pictures is NOT Photoshopped - Comes with certificate

Creator:
Frédéric-Charles Victor de Vernon
Metal:
Gold,18k Gold,Yellow Gold
Weight:
8.3 g
Style:
Art Nouveau
Place of Origin:
France
Period:
Early 20th Century
Date of Manufacture:
Circa 1900
Condition:
Seller Location:
Antwerp, BE
Reference Number:
Seller: 18082-01591stDibs: LU108115825401