Jean Schlumberger’s Designs at Tiffany & Co.

  • Posted on June 29, 2009 at 8:35 pm

 

Schlumberger’s designs at Tiffany & Co. were marvellous for their whimsical interpretations of natural forms. He was especially inspired by sea creatures and other animals. Diana Vreeland wrote that Schlumberger “appreciates the miracle of jewels. For him, they are the ways and means to the realization of his dreams.”

200906301-1One of the most famous pieces that Schlumberger created was the mounting for the famed Tiffany Diamond, which was in the firm’s collection since the nineteenth century. The brooch, entitled “Bird on a Rock”, a whimsical bird, covered in platinum-set diamonds and plumed in 18k gold, perches atop a magnificent emerald-cut, 106.94-carat aquamarine.

200906301-11Jean Schlumberger Daisy bracelet, a luxurious design that captures the flower’s unique spirit and energy. Textured 18K gold petals are connected in a continuous, open pattern accented with round brilliant diamonds set in platinum. The bracelet’s strong, sculptural quality is a signature of Jean Schlumberger’s collection for Tiffany & Co.

200906301-12Jean Schlumberger diamond and gemstone rings for Tiffany & Co. The rings feature gemstones of exceptional color saturation, cut and clarity. Four Flowers ring with cushion-cut aquamarine, 18K gold and platinum-set diamond flowers; and extravagant Leaves ring with radiant cushion-cut rubellite emerging from lush 18K gold leaves sparkling with platinum-set diamonds.

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