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.
18k Gold Turquoise Ruby Bracelet 1970s
Located in New York, NY
18k Gold Turquoise Ruby Bracelet 1970s Vintage circa 1970s 18k gold leaf motif bracelet, set with turquoise and rubies. The bracelet is 7.25" long and 24mm wide. Marked 18k. Weighs ...
Ruby, Turquoise, 18k Gold
Vintage 1960's 14K Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet with Garnet and Turquoise
Located in Boston, MA
Vintage 1960's 14K Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet with Garnet and Turquoise - The bangle contains 3 oval garnets 7.8 x 6mm and 16 turquoise beads which are prong set with filigree workm...
Garnet, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$7,087Sale Price|20% Off
W 0.56 in L 7.68 in
Art Deco Style White Diamond Ruby Cabochon Cut Turquoise Yellow Gold Bracelet
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping, please contact the seller with a private message to solve the problem. We can ship every...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1960s Gold Bracelet with Rubies and Sapphires
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold with Round cut Rubies and Sapphires. Circa 1960s Size 7 1/4
Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Sabbadini Vintage Bracelet 18k Gold Ruby Jewelry, Italy
By Sabbadini
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
18k gold ruby bracelet by Sabbadini created in Italy in the 1980s. This vintage bracelet is made of 18 karat yellow gold and features nineteen rhombus cabochon ruby. The rubies measure in average 6.3 x 4.2 mm. This Sabbadini bracelet is very flexible and stretchy - outstanding workmanship! Measurements: 6 1/2" x 5/8" (16 x 1.6 centimeters). Fits a very small (up to 6 1/4-inch/15.8-cm) wrist. Weight: 107.9 grams. Stamped with Sabbadini maker's mark, hallmark for 18 karat gold and Italian hallmark. Chic and wearable, this Sabbadini vintage bracelet is a great addition to your jewelry collection. Alberto Sabbadini jewelry house created gemstone jewelry, diamond jewelry and precious metal jewelry including platinum jewelry and gold jewelry. Our estate jewelry collection comprises of vintage Sabbadini rings, earrings, necklaces, bracelets and cufflinks. Sabbadini Milano...
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$95,400
D 0.38 in L 7.25 in
Tiffany & Company 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond and Ruby Bracelet, circa 1950s
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Wailea, HI
Tiffany and Company 18k Yellow Gold Diamond and Ruby Bracelet circa 1950's 231 Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds Weighing 10.40 carats (approximate...
Ruby, 18k Gold
$25,740
W 0.6 in L 7 in
Retro Original Tiffany & Company Yellow Gold and Turquoise Bracelet Circa 1960
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A magnificent Turquoise and 18k Yellow Gold TIFFANY&CO bracelet, Circa 1960's. The weight is 87 grams, the length is 7 inches, width is little over 1/2 inch (15mm). No original pa...
Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
French 1960's Ruby, Emerald, Sapphire, & Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Bracelet
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
French Gemstone “Barber Pole” Bracelet - Exquisitely appointed with royal blue sapphires (11.20 carats), rich red rubies (8.50 carats), intense green emeralds (6.16 carats) and brill...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Egyptian Ruby Sapphire Wide Quilted Link Bracelet in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Bracelet Specifications: Metal: 18k Yellow Gold Gemstones: red rubies and blue sapphires Sapphire Carat Weight: 1.0 carats Sapphire Count: 44 Red Ruby Carat Weight: 1.0 carats ...
Ruby, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
$21,000Sale Price|50% Off
NWT $42, 000 18KT Gold Fancy Turquoise Ruby Diamond Bangle Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are offering is a Rare 18KT Gold Large Turquoise Diamond Ruby Bangle. This Magnificent Bangle is comprised of Finely Set Gorgeous Large Oval Gorgeous Turquoise ...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 1970's Diamond Turquoise 18 Karat Yellow Gold Link Bracelet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Comprised of hinged square links organically textured with grooved and stippling Alternating in pattern with diamonds and turquoise prong set in centers Diamonds are round brilliant ...
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Marina B. 1984 French Diamond Turquoise Abalone 18K Gold Vintage Cuff Bracelet
By Marina B
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a flexible cuff bracelet comprised of fitted geometric patterned segments Featuring oval shaped turquoise cabochons measuring approximately 10.0 x 12.0 mm Opaque robin's ...
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 3.00 CTW Ruby Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Antique Laurel Bangle Bracelet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as an oval-shaped bangle bracelet accented by twisting laurel motif fully around Featuring six stations comprised of bezel set round cut rubies and diamonds Rubies weigh app...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
H. Stern 1950's Multi-Gem 18K Yellow Gold Vintage Floral Foliate Link Bracelet
By H. Stern
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Comprised of hinged gold oval-shaped links each centering an oval cut gemstone Comprised of prong set amethyst, citrine, topaz, tourmalines, and garnet Transparent purple, orange, li...
Amethyst, Citrine, Garnet, Topaz, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Diamond Ruby 18 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Twisted Rope Bracelet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a fancy chain comprised of twisted rope motif links Featuring cushion cut rubies prong set on centers Rubies weigh approximately 3.25 carats total Transparent medium purp...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Georges L'Enfant French Diamond 18K Gold Vintage Agrafe Link Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Comprised of a curb link chain with two looped stations Bead set throughout with round brilliant cut diamonds Weighing approximately 2.40 carats total G color with VS2 clarity Comple...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
