1947 Suger Aigle Vase - Original Vintage Print - 12th Century Medieval Goldsmith Reliquary French Art Soleils Folio - 9.75 x 13.4 in

Vintage colour photograph of the Aigle de Suger, the celebrated 12th-century gilt-bronze and porphyry eagle vase crafted by a royal goldsmith for Abbot Suger of Saint-Denis. From Soleils, Tome 1, published Paris 1947 by Éditions Arts et Métiers Graphiques; one of only 200 numbered copies reserved for members of the Cercle d'Échanges Artistiques Internationaux. Page measures 9.75 × 13.4 in. Full-colour plate showing the eagle's gilt head, spread wings, and taloned feet encasing a deep porphyry amphora body with a Latin inscription band at the neck. Reverse bears a printed description of the piece. Extracted from a rare post-WWII luxury folio uniting French art, haute couture, and jewellery industries. Suited to medieval art collectors, French decorative arts enthusiasts, and ecclesiastical history researchers. Visit https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/ForestHillArtsHouse?section_id=53848699 for more Botanical & Floral prints. **About Your Purchase** - Genuine, ORIGINAL print (never a reprint, reproduction, or copy). - Sold unframed - Copyright remains with Seller. No reproduction allowed. **Condition** Condition consistent with age. On reverse description of the image. Shipped flat in an archival, acid-free protective sleeve with heavy cardboard reinforcement to prevent bending. **U.S. Customers – No Tariffs or Fees** - Exempt from tariffs and duty-free. - Sent via Royal Mail Duty Pre-Paid — customs fees covered. No extra charges at delivery. - Delivery in 5–12 days. **Returns & Shipping** - **Returns:** 14 days, same condition; buyer pays return postage. - **Packaging:** Clear bag in board-backed envelope, reinforced with recycled cardboard. - **Dispatch:** Royal Mail Tracked 24/48 (UK) & Tracked International. - UK: 1–3 days - US/EU: 5–12 days - Rest of world: 7–21 days