Antique Art Nouveau Lalique 18K Gold Enamel Snake Ring w/ Opal Cabochon 1900s

Description: $10500 MUSEUM 18th C. Georgian Memento Mori Skull&Snake 18K Gold&Diamonds ring Click images to enlarge Description I am pleased to offer from my private collection this exquisite antique Art Nouveau ladies ring, crafted by the legendary René Lalique, exemplifies the organic elegance of early 20th-century design. Fashioned in luxurious 18k gold, the ring takes the shape of a coiled snakes, symbolizing transformation and eternity. The intricate enamel work enhances the serpentine form with vibrant detail, while a luminous opal cabochon, displaying a captivating play of color, is elegantly set in the center of the ring. This rare piece, dating to the 1900s, showcases Lalique’s mastery in blending natural motifs with fine craftsmanship. Details: • Era: c.1900s •Designer: René Lalique • Style: Art Nouveau • Material: 18K Gold & Enamel • Stone: Opal Cabochon • Condition: Excellent antique condition with minimal signs of wear appropriate for its age. • Ring Size: 7 • Hallmarks: "LALIQUE" • Weight: 14.4 grams It comes with an APPRAISAL CERTIFICATE FOR $12,000.00 History: René Lalique (1860–1945) began his career as a jewellery apprentice at the age of 16, and by 1881 he was a freelance designer for many of the best-known Parisian jewellers. In 1885, he opened his own workshop on Place Gaillon in Paris,the former workshop of Jules Destape. In 1887, Lalique opened a business on Rue du Quatre-Septembre, and registered the "RL" mark the following year.In 1890, he opened a shop in the Opera District of Paris. Within a decade, Lalique was amongst the best-known Parisian jewellers. Oiseau de Feu (Firebird), 1922 In 1905, Lalique opened a new shop at Place Vendôme which exhibited not only jewellery, but glass works as well. It was close to the shop of renowned perfumer François Coty; in 1907, Lalique began producing ornate perfume bottles for Coty.The production of glass objects began at his country villa in 1902, and continued there until at least 1912. The first Lalique glassworks opened in 1909 in a rented facility in Combs-la-Ville, which Lalique later purchased in 1913. In December 1912, Lalique hosted an exhibition of Lalique Glass—as his glass would come to be known—at the Place Vendôme shop. During the First World War, the glassworks produced mundane items in support of the war effort. In 1919, work began on a new production facility in Wingen-sur-Moder, which opened in 1921. From 1925 to 1931, Lalique produced 29 models of hood ornaments; a mermaid statuette first produced in 1920 was also later sold as a hood ornament. During the 1920s and 1930s, Lalique was amongst the world's most renowned glassmakers. René Lalique died in 1945. His son Marc Lalique took over the business, operating initially as "M.Lalique" and later as "Cristal Lalique". Under Marc's leadership, the company transitioned from producing its famous Lalique Glass to producing lead glass, commonly known as crystal. Marie-Claude Lalique took control of the company following Marc's death in 1977. It was sold to Pochet in 1994 and to a partnership of Art & Fragrance and the holding company Financière Saint-Germain in 2008. Since 2010, Cristal Lalique has been wholly owned by Art & Fragrance.. Art & Fragrance is ultimately owned by Silvio Benz, an entrepreneur and Swiss national. LAYAWAY PAYMENT PLAN IS OFFERED! IF YOU ARE A RETURNED CUSTOMER,PLEASE ASK FOR YOUR 10% DISCOUNT CUPON. If you are not satisfied in 100%,your money back guarantee. Free shipping to worldwide,fully insured(possible byDHL overnight courier) NOTE:PLEASE OBSERVE CAREFULLY THE PHOTOS! IT IS A SIGNIFICANT PART OF THE DESCRIPTION. Every possible defect which is shown in the photos,but not mention in the description,will be considered for described.All the photos shoot by professional Nikon 105 Macro lens under 40x diopter magnification,so you can explore even the smallest detail like under microscope! Track Page Views WithAuctiva's Counter

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