Object Description
A vintage yellow gold bracelet, made by Georges Lenfant for Tiffany & Co. circa 1960. The bracelet is made in 18ct yellow gold, designed with alternating links of reeded ovals connected by twisted gold ‘rope’ mesh links, with a concealed tongue and box clasp.
Maker
Georges Lenfant for Tiffany & Co.
Period
1960s
Origin
France
Setting
18ct yellow gold, signed Tiffany & Co. France, numbered with Georges Lenfant mark
Weight
84.2 grams
Dimensions
Length: 19cm/7.5″
Width: 1.1cm/0.4″
Condition
Very fine
Directors Notes
A jeweller’s jeweller, Georges Lenfant made jewellery for many of the top jewellery houses including Tiffany & Co. The list is extensive and impressive and the Lenfant workshop 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 his name is synonymous with the gold chain work that has become instantly recognisable now as Lenfant. He was fascinated by the art of the goldsmith and this bracelet exhibits distinctive gold work that is instantly recognisable as Lenfant craftmanship.