Rare Winged Female Brooch by G. Lafitte

A rare and finely made 18ct winged female brooch made by Gaston Lafitte made between 1880-1915
numbered 3992 
weight 19.8 grams 
size 0.6 x 4.8 cm



A rare and finely made 18ct winged female brooch by the well known maker Gaston-Eugene-Omar-Lafitte and made circa 1880-1900. Lafitte is also well known for his plique-à-jour enamel techniques. Winged female figures were a specialty. He exhibited regularly at the Paris Salons. He also produced small silver repoussé and engraved accessoiries such as matchboxes, mirrors and lorgnettes.