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Antique Rare French Art Nouveau XL Gold Marianne/Minerva Medallion Pendant, Signed F. Rasumny
Antique Rare French Art Nouveau XL Gold Marianne/Minerva Medallion Pendant, Signed F. Rasumny
Extraordinary, Exceptional.
For those who love gold medallions, Art Nouveau, statement pieces, we are delighted to offer this extra-large, double sided medallion by Felix Rasumny (1869-1940). Rasumny was a distinguished French jeweler and medalist-artist working in the Art Nouveau and Art Deco eras — a winner of a silver medal at the World Exhibition in Paris in 1911, among other honors. His works are in the collections of museums, including the Musée D’Orsay and the British Museum.
This gold medallion features the profile of an armored and helmeted figure. We believe she is Marianne, the personification of the French Republic as interpreted by the artist, though some may opine she is Minerva. In either case, she embodies noble ideals.
Marianne has been depicted in varying and changing images over the years -- and here she is a warrior, modeled after Minerva, the Roman goddess of wisdom, warfare, justice, and victory. Winged Victory rides astride the helmet, holding a flaming torch. Marianne is flanked by the Latin word “Patria” (for “country") and a rayed, diamond-set rising sun at the horizon. On the reverse, we find a scrolling cartouche, ready for personalization.
We have seen bronze examples of this medallion, awarded for sporting honors, dated circa 1906-08. This gold, unengraved example is wonderfully rare.
This piece is truly exceptional — the scale alone sets it apart from any other Art Nouveau gold medallion pendants we have encountered. This is a piece of wearable art.
Chain shown is not included.
Marked with signature “F. Rasumny” and “Or” (French for “gold”). and French eagle’s head, along with a maker’s mark.
18k gold, diamond.
Dimensions and weight:
● 53 mm long including bail
● 39.8 mm diameter
● 2.2 mm deep
● .04 ct old cut diamond
● 32.1 grams
Period: Art Nouveau
*Please note that all dimensions and weights are approximate. Age-commensurate wear may be present.This pendant started life as a medallion, with a later added loop and bail.
*For deliveries outside of the continental U.S., please contact us for shipping information.
Extraordinary, Exceptional.
For those who love gold medallions, Art Nouveau, statement pieces, we are delighted to offer this extra-large, double sided medallion by Felix Rasumny (1869-1940). Rasumny was a distinguished French jeweler and medalist-artist working in the Art Nouveau and Art Deco eras — a winner of a silver medal at the World Exhibition in Paris in 1911, among other honors. His works are in the collections of museums, including the Musée D’Orsay and the British Museum.
This gold medallion features the profile of an armored and helmeted figure. We believe she is Marianne, the personification of the French Republic as interpreted by the artist, though some may opine she is Minerva. In either case, she embodies noble ideals.
Marianne has been depicted in varying and changing images over the years -- and here she is a warrior, modeled after Minerva, the Roman goddess of wisdom, warfare, justice, and victory. Winged Victory rides astride the helmet, holding a flaming torch. Marianne is flanked by the Latin word “Patria” (for “country") and a rayed, diamond-set rising sun at the horizon. On the reverse, we find a scrolling cartouche, ready for personalization.
We have seen bronze examples of this medallion, awarded for sporting honors, dated circa 1906-08. This gold, unengraved example is wonderfully rare.
This piece is truly exceptional — the scale alone sets it apart from any other Art Nouveau gold medallion pendants we have encountered. This is a piece of wearable art.
Chain shown is not included.
Marked with signature “F. Rasumny” and “Or” (French for “gold”). and French eagle’s head, along with a maker’s mark.
18k gold, diamond.
Dimensions and weight:
● 53 mm long including bail
● 39.8 mm diameter
● 2.2 mm deep
● .04 ct old cut diamond
● 32.1 grams
Period: Art Nouveau
*Please note that all dimensions and weights are approximate. Age-commensurate wear may be present.This pendant started life as a medallion, with a later added loop and bail.
*For deliveries outside of the continental U.S., please contact us for shipping information.
