Georges Lenfant Art Deco Bracelet

About the Item

Here we have an exceptional early Art Deco emerald, diamond, onyx, and pearl bracelet from the renowned French master jeweller, Georges Lenfant. Crafted from 18ct white gold, this rare antique piece showcases a centralised geometric plaque which plays host to a striking cushion-shaped cabochon emerald, surrounded by an array of intricately millegrain set bright white old cut diamonds. This central arrangement is further adorned with square calibrated onyx and perfectly matched emeralds. The plaque seamlessly transitions into a flexible, multi-strand band consisting of cultured pearls and onyx beads before terminating with a secure tab insert fastening. Condition: Used (Very Good) Weight: 12.0 grams Bracelet Length: 6.95 inches Bracelet Width: 7mm Centre Emerald Weight: Approx. 1.90ct Remaining Emerald Dimensions: 10 (1.5mm - 1mm) Total Diamond Weight: Approx. 0.46ct Diamond Details: Approx. Colour: G-H, Clarity: VS Pearl Dimensions: 286 (1.5mm) Onyx Dimensions: 52 (1.5mm), 2 (3mm) Marked: French 18ct Gold Assay Mark & Serial Number Maker's Mark: GL Box: Plain Gift Box

Creator:
Georges L'Enfant
Metal:
18k Gold,White Gold
Stone:
Diamond,Emerald,Onyx,Pearl
Stone Cut:
Cabochon
Style:
Art Deco
Period:
1920-1929
Date of Manufacture:
1920
Condition:
Seller Location:
London, GB
Reference Number:
Seller: SEP2600361stDibs: LU3981230719092

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Georges L'Enfant

Known as one of the finest goldsmiths of the 20th century, Georges L’Enfant was widely admired for his workmanship and innovative designs. His atelier forged collaborations with a lengthy list of illustrious jewelry houses, including Cartier, Tiffany & Co. and Hermès, to name a few.

L’Enfant was born to a family of jewelers and goldsmiths. He served several apprenticeships and studied jewelry-making in Paris and abroad as a youth. He later returned to France and set up his own workshop around 1900.

At his Paris shop, at 47 Rue des Petits-Champs, L’Enfant became known for his elegant diamond rings, finely crafted gold jewelry and vivid gemstone bracelets and drop necklaces. He registered his maker’s mark in 1909, and in 1915, L’Enfant’s 11-year-old son Jacques joined the business.

In 1927, goldsmith and jewelry manufacturer Gustave-Roger Sandoz sold his company to L’Enfant, provided Sandoz’s son Gerard could retain his role as creative director. With Gerard, L’Enfant produced an extensive series of art moderne jewelry.

Following World War II, Jacques took over his father’s company and continued to use the Georges L’Enfant maker’s mark. Throughout the 1950s, the business collaborated with Vacheron Constantin on a luxury watch line. The brand enjoyed long-established partnerships with Van Cleef & Arpels, Cartier, Hermès and René Boivin, among others.

In the 1960s and 1970s, Jacques designed a collection of 18-karat gold chain bracelets, link bracelets and link necklaces, many of which featured delicate gold braiding. From that point on, braided and link-style pieces became the L’Enfant company’s signature and remain highly collectible items among gold-jewelry connoisseurs today. In 2003, the Georges L’Enfant brand ceased production after the firm Bouder took ownership in a buyout, making its existing baubles even more covetable.

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