Known as one of the finest goldsmiths of the 20th century, Georges L’Enfant was widely admired for his workmanship and innovative designs. His atelier forged collaborations with a lengthy list of illustrious jewelry houses, including Cartier, Tiffany & Co. and Hermès, to name a few.
L’Enfant was born to a family of jewelers and goldsmiths. He served several apprenticeships and studied jewelry-making in Paris and abroad as a youth. He later returned to France and set up his own workshop around 1900.
At his Paris shop, at 47 Rue des Petits-Champs, L’Enfant became known for his elegant diamond rings, finely crafted gold jewelry and vivid gemstone bracelets and drop necklaces. He registered his maker’s mark in 1909, and in 1915, L’Enfant’s 11-year-old son Jacques joined the business.
In 1927, goldsmith and jewelry manufacturer Gustave-Roger Sandoz sold his company to L’Enfant, provided Sandoz’s son Gerard could retain his role as creative director. With Gerard, L’Enfant produced an extensive series of art moderne jewelry.
Following World War II, Jacques took over his father’s company and continued to use the Georges L’Enfant maker’s mark. Throughout the 1950s, the business collaborated with Vacheron Constantin on a luxury watch line. The brand enjoyed long-established partnerships with Van Cleef & Arpels, Cartier, Hermès and René Boivin, among others.
In the 1960s and 1970s, Jacques designed a collection of 18-karat gold chain bracelets, link bracelets and link necklaces, many of which featured delicate gold braiding. From that point on, braided and link-style pieces became the L’Enfant company’s signature and remain highly collectible items among gold-jewelry connoisseurs today. In 2003, the Georges L’Enfant brand ceased production after the firm Bouder took ownership in a buyout, making its existing baubles even more covetable.
On 1stDibs, discover a range of antique and vintage Georges L’Enfant brooches, bracelets and necklaces.
Mid-Century Georges Lenfant for Cartier gold lozenge link bracelet
By Georges L'Enfant
Located in New York, NY
A Mid-Century articulated gold bracelet composed of alternating lozenge-shaped links, each finished with either fine granulation or a matte, stippled texture, in 18k gold. Cartier, F...
Gold, 18k Gold
Georges Lenfant 18k Gold Bracelet
By Georges L'Enfant
Located in Amsterdam, NL
An 18 carat gold bracelet with circular woven links connected by polished domed links, master mark Georges Lenfant, Paris. weight: 66.16 grams length...
Gold, 18k Gold
Georges Lenfant, Art Deco 18k Gold & Chrysoprase Link Bracelet, Late 1930s
By Georges L'Enfant
Located in Paris, FR
Georges Lenfant Rare Art Deco 18k Gold & Chrysoprase Link Bracelet, Late 1930s Wears the Georges Lenfant maker's mark. Numbered 422 Weight : 47 grams Beautiful Condition. This is a ...
Chrysophrase, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Cartier Agrafe Diamond Link Bracelet in White Gold
By Cartier
Located in London, England
A beautiful vintage Cartier Agrafe diamond-set link bracelet set in 18k white gold, circa 2003.
The piece features the iconic Cartier Agrafe motif, which is pavé set with r...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Paloma Picasso for Tiffany 18k Gold Link Bracelet
By Paloma Picasso for Tiffany & Co.
Located in San Francisco, CA
This circa 1989 design by Paloma Picasso for Tiffany & Co. is a find! The heavy weight oval links are hammered for subtle and bold look. Made in Italy, with their renowned crafts...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier 18K Yellow Gold C de Cartier Link Bracelet, 1980s, 46.4g
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This pristine Estate C de Cartier link bracelet, crafted in 18K yellow gold, captures the elegance and sophistication characteristic of Cart...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier French Maillon Panthère 18K Yellow Gold Link Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Cartier French Maillon Panthère Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Link Bracelet This exquisite original, authentic Cartier Maillon Panthère Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Bracelet is a superb exampl...
Yellow Gold
Vintage 18k Gold Tapered Woven Bracelet by Georges L’Enfant
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A fabulous stylish and sleek vintage bracelet by George L'Enfant. Crafted from 18k woven yellow gold if tapered form. Has 18ct double struck eagle heads (fre...
18k Gold
Sapphire and Diamond Art Deco Style Link Bracelet in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
This Sapphire and Diamond Art Deco Style Link Bracelet features a stunning alternating pattern of deep blue sapphires and brilliant diamonds. The elegant contrast between the two gem...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Vintage Tubogas 18K Gold Tri Color Link Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
The timeless elegance and beauty from Cartier, Is represented on this signature Tri-Color Tubogas Link Bracelet. Made in solid 18K Gold, with highly polished white, rose & yellow ...
18k Gold
Cartier Trinity Round Wide Link Multi Color Gold Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Tri-Colored Gold (Yellow, White, Rose) Trinity Wide Round Link Bracelet by Cartier. Details: Length: 7 3/4" Weight: 63.1 grams Width: 18mm Stamped Hallmarks: Cartier 750 Cartier 1991...
18k Gold
Chunky Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Bracelet Charm Bracelet.
Located in San Francisco, CA
LOVE this Chunky Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Bracelet Charm Bracelet! It would make a fabulous, unique gift for any, and is sure to become a family he...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k Yellow Gold Wide Mesh Bracelet
Located in Stamford, CT
1.75 Inch wide 1970's 18k yellow gold mesh bracelet with a pattern of textured and high gloss links. Hidden built in catch and double side lock safety's. 7.5 inches in length. 18k y...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$7,578
W 2.96 in D 1.3 in L 6.89 in
Art Deco 1940s 18K Gold & Platinum 5.38tgw Ruby & Diamond Link Bracelet
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
An Art Deco ruby, diamond, platinum, and gold link bracelet, comprising thirty-two old cut diamonds, and one-hundred-and-sixty calibre French cut rubies, in platinum and 18 karat yel...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
FRENCH 18k Yellow Gold & Carnelian Link Bracelet Art Deco 1930s
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
French 18k Yellow Gold & Carnelian Link Bracelet Art Deco 1930s Here is your chance to purchase a beautiful and highly collectible designer bracelet. The bracelet is made in F...
Carnelian, Yellow Gold
Georges L'Enfant 1970's 18 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Rollo Link Bracelet
By Georges L'Enfant
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a fancy rollo link chain comprised of tightly twisted wire links Displaying a ridged texture throughout Completed by concealed clasp closure Stamped with French hallmarks...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Hermes Georges L'Enfant Chaine D'Ancre Gold Vintage Toggle Link Bracelet
By Georges L'Enfant
Located in Greenwich, CT
Crisp and well executed this rare large size Hermes Georges L'Enfant Paris 'chaine d'ancre' vintage toggle link bracelet is the statement piece you have been searching for. With ele...
Gold, 18k Gold
An 18k Gold Georges Lenfant Bracelet
By Georges L'Enfant
Located in Amsterdam, NL
An 18k gold bracelet consisting of three large curved oval links of large twisted gold wire connected by three smaller polished links in which one is the lock and a hidden security c...
18k Gold
Georges L'Enfant Gubelin 1960 Ruby Turquoise 18K Gold Vintage Wheat Bracelet
By Georges L'Enfant
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Comprised of hinged striated links arranged in a twisting wheat pattern Accented by prong set round cut rubies and turquoise cabochons Rubies weigh approximately 2.80 carats total Tr...
Ruby, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Georges L'Enfant Lapis Lazuli and Jade Bracelet
By Georges L'Enfant
Located in London, GB
Here we have a distinctive bracelet from the esteemed 20th century French jeweller, Georges L'Enfant. This piece features striking pyramid shaped blue lapis lazuli stones, complement...
Jade, Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rare Georges L'Enfant for Mauboussin Vintage Cube Link Bracelet 18k Gold
By Georges L'Enfant
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A rare Georges L'Enfant for Mauboussin vintage cube link bracelet made of 18k gold. The links that alternate between brushed and polished textures. The slight variation between the ...
18k Gold
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W 3.2 in L 19.7 in
GORGES L'ENFANT 1972 Gourmettes Mailles Braided Bracelet In Two Tones 18Kt Gold
By Georges L'Enfant
Located in Miami, FL
Gourmette Mailles bracelet designed by Georges L'Enfant. This is a very rare bracelet from the Gourmette-Mailles collection, created in Paris France at the atelier of Georges L'Enfa...
Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage Signed Rare Georges Lenfant 18k WG and 2.60cts Diamonds Woven Bracelet
By Georges L'Enfant
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Signed Rare Georges Lenfant 18k White Gold and 2.60cts Diamonds Woven Bracelet c.1960 Made in France 7” length / 101.3 grams Maker: ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1960s Georges L’Enfant 18k gold bracelet
By Georges L'Enfant
Located in Malmö, Skåne län
From France’s most revered goldsmith. The intricately woven links of a Georges L’Enfant bracelet are recognizable at once. The highly skilled gold master spu...
18k Gold
Hermes Georges L'Enfant Paris 'chaine d'ancre' Gold Toggle Link Bracelet
By Georges L'Enfant
Located in Greenwich, CT
Crisp and well executed this rare medium size Hermes Georges L'Enfant Paris 'chaine d'ancre' vintage toggle link bracelet is the statement piece you have...
Gold
An 18 Carat Gold Bi-Color Georges Lenfant Bracelet
By Georges L'Enfant
Located in Amsterdam, NL
An 18 carat gold bi-color double link woven bracelet, marked: Georges Lenfant, circa 1970. weight: 71.53 grams length: 19.5 cm
Gold, 18k Gold
18 Carat Gold Rope Link Bracelet
By Georges L'Enfant
Located in Amsterdam, NL
An 18 carat gold bracelet with rope and shackle links, by Georges Lenfant, Paris. weight: 30 grams length: 20 cm
Gold, 18k Gold