French Art Nouveau 18k Gold Brooch of a woman by Victor de Vernon c.1900

Description

Description:
Beautiful French Art Nouveau 18k Gold Brooch of a woman by
Frédéric-Charles
Victor de Vernon c.1900.
Frédéric-Charles Victor de Vernon is best remembered as an engraver of medals. His work can be found in the collection of the British Museum and the Met, as well as in several museums in his homeland of France.
De Vernon was born in Paris on November 17, 1858. He apprenticed in the studio of the engraver Paulin Tasset. At the age of 21, he enrolled in the École des Beaux-Arts, studying under the sculptor Pierre-Jules Cavelier(1814-1894) and most importantly of all, Jules-Clément Chaplain (1839-1909).
Maker:
Frédéric-Charles
Victor de Vernon
Signed: F. Vernon
Dimensions: 1 1/4" wide, 3/4" high
Composition: 18k yellow gold
Weight: 5.9 grams
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