Rare enamel butterfly brooch by René Lalique, circa 1895. Photo courtesy Hancocks

Important & rare enamel brooch in the form of a butterfly in flight. Its wings are in polychrome enamel with a satin finish, the thorax, abdomen & antennae set with diamonds & the eyes with cabochon rubies mounted in silver & yellow gold. Price on request.

Given by Rene Lalique to his daughter Suzanne Lalique-Haviland. Remained in her collection until about 1989.

This brooch can be seen in 'Louis C Tiffany: The Garden Museum Collection' by Alistair Duncan.

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