Medallion of George Washington by Alphonse Fouquet

Description: Object DescriptionMetallic medallion of George(s) Washington (1732-1799) by Alphonse Fouquet (1828-1911). Alphonse FouquetFouquet was a French jeweler known for its Renaissance Revival and Art Nouveau work. In 1839, Fouquet, entered the jewelry industry at the age of eleven, serving as an apprentice to Parisian jeweler Henri Meusnier. Fouquet stayed for five years after which he trudged from one low-paying manufacturing job to another. In 1847, he got his big break, winning a position designing jewelry at M. Pinard’s firm. Fouquet was a naturally talented artist, and he quickly distinguished himself from his peers. In 1860, after working for several firms, he opened his own shop. While first producing fine archaeological revival jewelry, Fouquet turned to the Renaissance revival style in the 1870’s and 80’s, creating some of the most stunning examples of revival jewelry from that era. His designs were fantastical, featuring sphinxes, dragons, mermaids, putti, and other mythological characters. Fine chasing, enameling, and diamonds embellished the pieces. In 1878, when he exhibited his work at Paris’s Universal Exposition, Fouquet won a gold prize for pieces that were described as “absolutely flawless” by fellow jeweler Falize. His later work also prefigured Art Nouveau trends. In particular, he is credited with re-introducing the female form into jewelry, a practice considered “heresy” by some. SizeHeight: 4.5 inches / 11,5 cmWidth: 3.6 inches / 8,5 cm Height: 0.6 inches / 0.75 cm ConditionVery good condition. Shipping and PackagingThe item will be shipped when payment is received. For other destinations than US, please contact me prior purchase.

Price: 240 USD

Location: Sherman Oaks, California

End Time: 2024-11-20T05:09:23.000Z

Shipping Cost: 20 USD