{"product_id":"art-nouveau-medallion-by-armand-bargas-of-woman-wearing-bat-bodice-in-18ct-gold-french-c-1895","title":"Art Nouveau Medallion by Armand Bargas of Woman Wearing Bat Bodice in 18ct Gold, French c. 1895","description":"\u003cp\u003eOh to wear a bat for a bodice!! This is one of only two examples in solid 18ct gold of Armand Bargas’s work that I’ve been able to find; and the only of this subject matter known in the market at this time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCertainly referencing Sarah Bernhardt and her infamous bat hat, this wonderful medallion has that certain je-ne-sais quoi that absolutely ravishes the modern viewer about Art Nouveau jewelry. After the wildly viral publication of my article on how Art Nouveau will conquer evil, I’ve been exceptionally interested in the women of Art Nouveau jewelry; this Armand Bargas medallion found me in a state of delight with her beautiful plumbed hat, and tilted bat that seems to comprise the bodice of her gown.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eArt Nouveau celebrated natural forms, and the female body was the temple at which the movement worshiped. This medallion is a beautiful example. Please note; it is very light and weight – 1.63 g!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eArmand Bargas was a prominent medalist in late 19th century France, he exhibited a frame containing four medals with depictions of women the French Academy of Artists in 1895, likely around the time that this medallion was produced.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDetails\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eEra: Art Nouveau, circa 1895\u003cbr\u003eOrigin: France\u003cbr\u003eArtist: Armand Bargas\u003cbr\u003eMaterials: 18-carat gold\u003cbr\u003eStones: None\u003cbr\u003eMeasurements: 23mm diameter\u003cbr\u003eGross weight: 1.63 g\u003cbr\u003eConstruction: Medallion with pin back\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Excellent historical condition\u003cbr\u003eHallmarks: Fully French hallmarked on the pin back with 18ct eagle heads.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Services\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eShips fully insured, signature required via UPS from our NYC or LA offices. Full historical certification and appraisal services available upon request with documentation and photographs. A guarantee of authenticity and insurance paperwork are available upon request for all curated items.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Curio NYC | Fine Historical Jewels | NYC + LA + Paris.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Curio Incorporated","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52961926676711,"sku":null,"price":1995.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0026\/6888\/8123\/files\/IMG_0512.heic?v=1793553338","url":"https:\/\/thecurio.nyc\/products\/art-nouveau-medallion-by-armand-bargas-of-woman-wearing-bat-bodice-in-18ct-gold-french-c-1895","provider":"Curio Incorporated","version":"1.0","type":"link"}