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French Bronze À La Gloire des Phoques Brooch Line Vautrin

Creator: Line Vautrin
Offered by: Tishu

Description
A bespoken bronze brooch by French Parisian art jeweler Line Vautrin (1913-1997) circa 1946 named "À La Gloire des Phoques" (The glory of the seals). This bronze brooch features a seal with relief statement on its body: A la gloire des phoques ce bijou est dedie. Tu nous vetis otaries, lions de mer, loutres lointaines, noires et dorees. Et nous femmes en cette annee 1946 t'en rendons grace par cette sorte de vivant ex voto". The brooch has an attractive gold gilded surface and was stamped verso "Line Vautrin".
Reference: A. Bokelberg, Line Vautrin, Hamberg, 2003, p. 125
Height: 2.825 " (7.18 cm)
Width: 2.125" (5.4 cm)
Depth: 0.3" (7.62 mm)

More Information

Documentation:	Signed
Origin:	France
Period:	1900-1949
Materials:	gilt bronze
Condition:	Good. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor surface wear such as gilt rubbing on the reverse side of the seal head as shown. The pin has slight bend as expected.
Creation Date:	1940s
Metals:	Other
Gender:	Men's , Ladies'
Styles / Movements:	Mid-Century, Artist Jewelry
Incollect Reference #:	710252

Message from Seller:

Tishu, based in Atlanta, GA, offers a diverse collection ranging from Neolithic art to 20th-century collectibles, with a focus on Mid-century design, Japanese and Korean art, Asian textiles, and Contemporary Aboriginal art. Driven by a passion for timeless beauty, the gallery is open by appointment only and offers works that span 5,000 years of history. Reach them at 305-400-0561 or tishu@tishugallery.com.