A DIVISION 1 SILVERED ART NOUVEAU ARMAND BARGAS BUTTON

1 Large early 20th century example representing 'Earth". This Button along with 2 others in this auction are all signed with the initials AB as witnessed in the images. Armand Bargas was a highly esteemed French designer renowned for his elaborate Art Nouveau metalwork, utilizing materials like die-struck brass, silvered metal, and pewter to create highly collectible fashion and jewelry pieces and buttons. From the collection the late Don and Barb Lanier. Dimensions: SM=Less than 3/4", Medium=3/4" to 1 1/4". Large=1 1/4" and above, extra large=1 3/4" and above Date or Era: DIVISION 1=PRE 1918 AND DIVISION 3 IS AFTER 1918 Condition Request Condition Report PLEASE NOTE: These buttons for the most part are antique and may have age related wear. We make every effort to point out any significant condition related concerns, but again they are antique and not new. We also cannot be responsible for replaced shanks or issues related to the backs of any buttons on multiple button cards as we do not remove these buttons to re-card them. Please contact us if you would like any further condition reports on any lot.

Estimate:£37.78

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