Lenfant, Georges
Vintage 'Tissu Polonais' Woven Bracelet In 18ct Yellow Gold
A vintage 'Tissu Polonais Pressé Relief' bracelet in 18ct yellow gold by Georges Lenfant, circa 1960s. The flexible bracelet is designed as a strip of woven ribbon with an embossed geometric relief, emulating five rows of staggered stitches and framed by two raised polished gold borders. The interior is composed of the workshop's signature fabric-like mesh of finely articulated interlocking woven links, and it secures with a snap clasp and concealed safety catch.
£29,500.00
Information
Maker
Lenfant, Georges
Origin
France
Period
1940-1980
Period
circa 1960s
Setting
18ct yellow gold, with French assay marks and maker's mark for Georges Lenfant
Dimensions
Length: 18.0cm/7.0"
Width: 2.0cm/0.7"
Weight Description
74 grams
REF
131283
Director’s Notes
A jeweller’s jeweller, the Georges Lenfant workshop was not only a Cartier workmaster but also made jewellery for many of the top Parisian houses of the Place Vendome and rue de la Paix. The list was extensive and impressive, they could be described as the unsung heroes of 20th Century French jewellery. When this bracelet was created Jacques Lenfant, Georges’ son, was leading the workshop and Jacques name is now synonymous with the gold chain work that has become instantly recognisable now as Lenfant. He was fascinated by the art of the goldsmith and perfected unique and complex techniques of working with the gold to create these exceptional creative, timeless jewels. Lenfant jewels are highly collectible and sought after by jewellery afficionados and collectors worldwide.
Literature
This model can be seen in 'Le livre de la chaine', Jacques Lenfant, page 90.
