The Fairy Mélusine and Knight Raymondin, carved in 1894 by Jean Dampt

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This striking Symbolist piece captures a quiet moment between the knight Raymondin and the mythical fairy Mélusine. Jean Dampt utilized a mix of steel, ivory, and gold to contrast the rigid texture of the armor with the soft form of the figure.

Artist: Jean Dampt (1854–1945).

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r/ArtNouveau • u/shewasajanuarygirl • 13h ago

Émile Gallé, Rare marquetry cabinet with thistle, bats, and moths, France, c. 1900 burl, rosewood, mixed wood inlay, glass, patinated brass

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