This is a stunning button by the master of silver art nouveau period buttons Robert Friedrich. French silver worker of the early 1900s, he imported these buttons between 1902 to 1905. There is a london import mark, and the mark of a sun which was the facial features mark used only between 1902 and 1905.. The button is a beautiful subject, the story of 2 lovers. A very detailed silver button. A carved image of Romeo and Julia as written on top of the button, The signature of RF is to the left of Julia's neck. The couple are looking into each other with Julia holding Romeos shoulder. There is detail in the drapes of their clothes and their faces are very soft and realistic . At the bottom of the button are the hallmarks...925 and the date letter and mark of the sun. The surround is a theatrical shield like a curtain drop, with flowers on top right and left edges. Flat back button. We have 6 of these in original box,but are selling them individually. Please note that there is no difference in any of the buttons, they are all of the same excellant quality. Last 2 remaining now.
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