Buckle
about 1897 (made)
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Irises were one of the most persistent motifs in Japanese art. This buckle is a fine example of the influence of Japan on Art Nouveau design. The irises are not only decorative but also give the piece its outline, which is created by extending the long leaves above the flowers and curling them over into a continuous line.
Object details
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Materials and techniques | Partially gilded silver |
Brief description | Buckle of partially gilded silver, by René Lalique (1860-1945), made in Paris, about 1895 |
Physical description | Large buckle of partially gilded silver with asymmetrical, curving profile. It depicts a row of irises with foliage growing out of the water. |
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Marks and inscriptions | Maker's mark of René Lalique.
French import mark for 1893 onwards |
Object history | Art Nouveau Exhibition, Bowes Museum RF.2005/100 |
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Summary | Irises were one of the most persistent motifs in Japanese art. This buckle is a fine example of the influence of Japan on Art Nouveau design. The irises are not only decorative but also give the piece its outline, which is created by extending the long leaves above the flowers and curling them over into a continuous line. |
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Accession number | M.111-1966 |
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Record created | December 19, 2003 |
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