Description:
Rene Lalique Serpent and Poissons Brooches
Art glass, metal, foil
France, c. 1920
Both frosted colorless glass medallions cast in relief and backed with colored foil, set in metal mounts, both mounts with RL sword hallmarks, and stamped LALIQUE, the Serpent pin with flakes to head, and probably with a repaired pin hinge, dia. 1 5/8 and 1 3/4 in.
Note: Poissons corresponds to Marcilhac no. 1358, Serpent has the same form as button no. 1277, cuff links no. 1300, and cravat pin no. 1600, although the dimensions are larger.
Estimate $600-800
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