Sarah Bernhardt
Plaquette
1890-1900 (struck)
1890-1900 (struck)
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Sarah Bernhardt was one of Lalique’s most important patrons. His exquisite miniature portrait in metal captures the celebrated actress in a sensuous Art Nouveau style.
Object details
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| Title | Sarah Bernhardt (generic title) |
| Materials and techniques | Silvered gilt, struck, uniface |
| Brief description | Plaquette, by René Lalique, France (Paris), 1890-1900 |
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| Credit line | Bequeathed by Sir Claude Phillips |
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| Summary | Sarah Bernhardt was one of Lalique’s most important patrons. His exquisite miniature portrait in metal captures the celebrated actress in a sensuous Art Nouveau style. |
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| Accession number | A.28-1924 |
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| Record created | May 9, 2005 |
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