Rene Lalique

Question 1

Name:

Date:

Materials:

Answer 1

Dragonfly women corsage ornament

1897

Gold, enamel, chyroprase, moonstone and diamonds

Question 2

Function

Answer 2

1. To be worn as a broach/ornament
2. To show off skill of Rene Lalique
3. To show off wealth of the owner
4. The many skills and techniques used show the skill

Question 3

Fitness for Purpose

Answer 3

1. Techniques and materials show off the skills and price
2. Would be heavy making it hard to wear
3. It would be very large, this also makes it hard to wear
4. It has hinges which bend, allowing the ornament to curve around the person wearing it

Question 4

Materials and/or Techniques

Answer 4

1. The materials were chosen for their aesthetic rather than their price. This is evident in the moonstone and diamond which are rare and aim to dazzle viewers
2. Although gold is rigid and heavy the hinges allow it to move and fit the person wearing it
3. It was all hand made which was very typical of art nouveau, made using small and metal techniques

Question 5

Target Market/Audience

Answer 5

1. Rich people, with a lot of status who wanted to show off their money and status
2. It is aimed at a niche market and mainly women due to its art nouveau style being typically more feminine
3. It would also interest art collectors or people interested in art as it is one-off couture

Question 6

Visual Impact

Answer 6

1. It would be extremely striking and memorable as the materials were very shiny and striking
2. The skills like enamel which are very challenging would also make it stand out
3. The size of the piece would further this as it is very large and would take up almost the entire upper body

Question 7

Style

Answer 7

1. Art Nouveau style which is feminine, and based on nature. It features a whiplash line common to art nouveau
2. It is very decorative and extravagant
3. It would appeal to a very niche market as it wouldn’t be everyone’s taste