Historical and Art Medals

France, 1925. France. "Le Printemps" (La Parure), an octagonal bronze repoussé plaque by P. Turin for La Gerbe d'Or, three female figures, one standing to the front unclothed, 81mm (Classens 131). Very fine, with a cord for wearing; a charming example of Art Deco style

This plaque was shown for the first time at the "Douze Medailleurs" exhibition in Paris, staged by Arethuse from 27 April to 10 May 1925. For a similar example see BDW 2 (309)