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An eggshell and lacquer hinged bracelet, circa 1930
$ 22,000.00
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Designed as a series of six rectangular-shaped links of alternating size, each embellished with an abstract design of pale-coloured eggshell fragments set upon a contrasting black lacquer background, to a...
Designed as a series of six rectangular-shaped links of alternating size, each embellished with an abstract design of pale-coloured eggshell fragments set upon a contrasting black lacquer background, to a push button clasp, mounted in silver, circa 1930, unsigned. Inner circumference 19 cm. Weight 57.95 grams
Note: The technique of eggshell lacquer is most commonly associated with Jean Dunand, who applied it as a decorative element in his jewellery and furniture alike, however artists employed this decorative element in their jewels and cases, notably; Gérard Sandoz and Paul Brandt. Lacquer work was a highly specialised technique with the few workshops who were able to proficiently incorporate this into their production, employing Chinese and Vietnamese artisans to lend an expert hand. Jean Dunand even had his own coup of chickens in the atelier in order to guarantee the supply and quality of eggshell. The black lacquer itself is indeed made up of layer upon layer of brown lacquer, the final coat of which creates little pools of brown in the uneven surfaces of some eggshell pieces. This bracelet is unsigned, as were many pieces in the period and especially for such items, undoubtably came from one such workshop as the technique and finish is incredibly fine.
Note: The technique of eggshell lacquer is most commonly associated with Jean Dunand, who applied it as a decorative element in his jewellery and furniture alike, however artists employed this decorative element in their jewels and cases, notably; Gérard Sandoz and Paul Brandt. Lacquer work was a highly specialised technique with the few workshops who were able to proficiently incorporate this into their production, employing Chinese and Vietnamese artisans to lend an expert hand. Jean Dunand even had his own coup of chickens in the atelier in order to guarantee the supply and quality of eggshell. The black lacquer itself is indeed made up of layer upon layer of brown lacquer, the final coat of which creates little pools of brown in the uneven surfaces of some eggshell pieces. This bracelet is unsigned, as were many pieces in the period and especially for such items, undoubtably came from one such workshop as the technique and finish is incredibly fine.
