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.
Georges Lenfant 18k Gold Woven Ear Clips
By Georges L'Enfant
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A pair of 18-carat gold ear clips made of woven gold bands, master mark: Georges Lenfant, France, circa 1980. weight: 25.39 g dimensions: 2.5 x 1.7 cm
18k Gold
Vintage 18 Karat Yellow Gold Georges Lenfant Woven Gold Earrings
By Georges L'Enfant
Located in New York, NY
Designer: Signed Georges Lenfant Period: Mid-Century Year: 1960s/70s Material: 18k Yellow Gold Weight: 15.5 grams Length: H24.4mm x W18.3mm Condition: Pristine Vintage Made in France Georges Lenfant’s name resonates deeply within the circles of vintage dealers and discerning collectors, yet it’s not uncommon for owners of Lenfant pieces to be unaware of the master behind their treasures. This anonymity is a testament to the breadth of Lenfant’s collaborations, as he and his son, Jacques, lent their expertise to nearly every prestigious jewelry house imaginable, from Cartier to Van Cleef & Arpels. These stunning earrings feature a sophisticated double circle motif, meticulously crafted from 18k yellow gold. The intricate texture and flawless finish of each circle reflect Lenfant’s signature style, blending geometric precision with a timeless elegance. The clip-on lever back design ensures both comfort and versatility, For the discerning collector, these Georges Lenfant earrings...
18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,900 / set
D 0.5 in Dm 0.88 in
Modernist Starburst Cultured Pearl & 18k Gold Ear Clips, France, circa 1960s
Located in Chatham, CA
Modernist Starburst cultured pearl and 18K yellow gold ear clips - refined and elegant - fine hand made quality - each ear clip featuring a cultured pearl (approx. 8 mm. in diameter)...
Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany 18k Yellow Gold Vintage Flower Earrings
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Following World War II, the jewelry of the 1950s and 1960s was markedly more feminine, precious and elegant. In a sharp break from the stark clothing styles of the 1940s, Mid-Century...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. 18 Karat Yellow Gold Cross Earrings
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
GOLD EAR CLIPS, TIFFANY. Yellow gold 750, 21.02 g. Signature large cross model. Casual, slightly convex ear clips/studs, with a crossed band motif, signed Tiffany & Co. Comes wit...
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
David Webb Platinum & 18k Yellow Gold Twisted Woven Diamond Earrings
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Elegant gold and diamond ear clips by David Webb. Each earring has 18 diamonds with a total weight of approximately 2.00 carats. They are surrounded by rows of twisted gold in a grac...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Verdura 18 Karat Yellow Gold Earrings
By Verdura
Located in Zurich, CH
Stylish pair of 18 Karat Yellow Gold Earrings by Verdura. Crafted in 18 karat ribbed yellow gold and designed as sculpted leaves, these beautiful earrings are meant to be worn up the...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$4,406 / set
W 0.88 in L 1 in
Vintage Angela Cummings Non-Pierced Ridged Gold Earrings in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Angela Cummings
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This vintage pair of Angela Cummings earrings crafted in 18 karat yellow gold exemplify her signature style, characterized by innovative designs and meticulous craftsmanship. The ear...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Italian Diamond Earrings in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL
Italian Diamond Earrings in 18 Karat Yellow Gold with 114 single cut diamonds with an estimated total weight of 1.14 carat. Metal Weight: 16.1...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Henry Dunay 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Earrings
By Henry Dunay
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Set in polished 18K Yellow Gold these pair of Henry Dunay earrings are beautiful with 5.00 cts set in diamonds. Both earrings weigh a total of 50.61 grams. 1.50 x 0.89 wide
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1960's Carved Coral Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Earclip Earrings
Located in Boca Raton, FL
These exquisite vintage earclip earrings are crafted in lustrous 18 karat yellow gold and feature beautifully carved coral plaques measuring approximately 15 x 20mm, showcasing class...
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier 18k Gold Diamond Ruby Clip-On Ear Clips, Italy, 1980s
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful ear clips made by Cartier in 1980s. Designed as clusters of balls set with diamonds and rubies arranged in multi layers. Metal is 18k white & yellow gold, 26.78 grams. Si...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Vintage 18K yellow gold fluted ribbon ear-clip
Located in New York, NY
Vintage 18K yellow gold fluted ribbon ear-clip earrings. Circa: 1970’s – 1980’s. This earrings feature ribbed design with three-dimensional form. Completed with clip-on backs. Inscri...
Yellow Gold
Vhernier Calla Media 18k Rose Gold 3 Drop Ear Clips
By Vhernier
Located in Princeton, NJ
The tactile and serpent-like Calla Media 18 karat rose gold three drop ear clips are made by visionary and highly contemporary jeweler, Vhernier. Having only been in operation sinc...
18k Gold, Rose Gold
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W 0.38 in L 1 in
Georges Lenfant for Gübelin Mid-Century Gold and Diamond Stylized Flame Earrings
By Georges L'Enfant
Located in New York, NY
A pair of Mid-Century gold and diamond clip earrings of stylized flame design, the textured and beaded bodies set with round brilliant-cut diamonds and with rope twist borders, in 18...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Cartier Paris Georges L'Enfant Diamond Gold Door Knocker Clip Earrings
By Georges L'Enfant
Located in Greenwich, CT
Knock knock who is there? It is an exquisite pair of Cartier Paris Georges L'Enfant clip door knocker diamond yellow gold vintage earrings. Sensuously swinging from small diamond t...
Diamond, 18k Gold
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W 0.99 in L 1.19 in
Georges Lenfant, 18k White & Yellow Gold 'Paillettes' Hoops Earrings, Late 1960
By Georges L'Enfant
Located in Paris, FR
Georges Lenfant 18k White & Yellow Gold 'Paillettes' Hoops Earrings, Late 1960 Wears the Georges Lenfant maker's mark, published in a vintage sales catalog from Lenfant, Very rare pi...
18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
A Pair of 18 Carat Gold Georges Lenfant Hoop Earrings
By Georges L'Enfant
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Georges Lenfant hoops of two large twisted wires of braided gold, France circa 1970. diameter: 3 cm. weight: 18.5 grams
Gold, 18k Gold
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W 1.18 in L 1.26 in
George L'Enfant 1960 Paris Rare Textured Earrings 18Kt Gold with Cts VS Diamonds
By Georges L'Enfant
Located in Miami, FL
Textured Earrings designed by George L'Enfant. Very Rare pieces, created in Paris France at the jewelry atelier of George L'Enfant, back in the 1960's. These earrings has been craft...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Georges L'Enfant French Yellow Gold Woven Textured Hoop Earrings
By Georges L'Enfant
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Georges L'Enfant French Yellow Gold Woven Textured Hoop Earrings Here is your chance to get an extremely rare and exquisite pair of Georges L'Enfant earrings. They are comprised of ...
18k Gold