Broche in de vorm van een narrenkop c. 1897 - 1899

This Art Nouveau brooch, titled "Broche in de vorm van een narrenkop", was created by the renowned French glassmaker and jewelry designer René Lalique around 1897-1899. The piece is crafted with enamel, gold, and a single baroque pearl, and features a stylized human face surrounded by ornate, asymmetrical floral motifs that are characteristic of the Art Nouveau movement. Lalique's work is known for its elegant craftsmanship and delicate beauty, and this brooch exemplifies his masterful use of color and texture.