Object Description
A vintage 18ct yellow gold and diamond bracelet by M. Buccellati, circa 1960. The bracelet is designed with a repeating pattern of diamond and chevron shapes in pierced and engraved 18ct yellow gold and set with round brilliant cut diamonds. Each element is chained together on the reverse using very small links to create maximum flexibility and is fastened with a concealed tongue and box clasp.
Maker
M. Buccellati
Period
circa 1960
Origin
Italy
Gemstones
230 x round brilliant cut diamonds, estimated total 8.28cts
Setting
18ct yellow gold, signed and with Italian maker’s mark
Weight
71 grams
Dimensions
Length: 17.3cm/6.8″
Width: 2.1cm/0.8″
Condition
Very fine
Directors Notes
‘Enchaining’ is a tehnique created by Mario Buccellati in the 1920s. It describes the method of chaining each componant of the jewel on the reverse using small links which creates an exceptiolaly fluid and highly flexible jewel. This vintage example of this technique is a masterclass in craftmanship and demonstrates not only this Buccellati technique but also the fine piercing work and engraved texture that are signatures of Maison Buccellati.