Jean Cocteau was a French painter, poet, designer, printmaker, playwright and filmmaker. He is one of the most important figures of French Surrealism, although he always denied being in any way connected to the movement.
Cocteau was born to a socially prominent Parisian family. His father, George Cocteau, was an amateur painter who committed suicide when Jean was only a child. Jean became famous in Bohemian circles as "The Frivolous Prince." In 1912, he collaborated with the Ballets Russes. After World War I, Cocteau met the poet Guillaume Apollinaire and the artist Pablo Picasso. In 1917, thanks to Sergei Diaghilev, a Russian impresario, Cocteau wrote a scenario for the ballet Parade — the set of this important ballet was realized by Pablo Picasso and the music was composed by Erik Satie. In the late 1920s, Cocteau wrote the libretto for Igor Stravinsky’s opera-oratorio Oedipus Rex. In 1918, he met the French poet Raymond Radiguet. They worked and went on many journeys together, and Cocteau promoted his friend's works in his artistic group.
Cocteau is well-known for his novel Les Enfants Terribles (1929) and the films The Blood of a Poet, Beauty and the Beast and Orpheus. During World War II, he created sets for the Théâtre de la Mode. In 1955, he was elected to the Académie Française and the Royal Academy of Science, Letters and Fine Arts of Belgium. He was commander of the Legion of Honour, a member of the Academié Mallarmé, the Academy of Arts (Berlin) and the American Academy of Arts and Sciences.
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Jean Cocteau necklace 'Olympus guardians'
By Jean Cocteau
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
JEAN COCTEAU - Golden metal 'Les gardiens de l'Olympe' ('Olympus guardians') necklace. Jewelry numbered 253/300. Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Length: 45 cm SKU:BC76
Gilt Metal
Jean Cocteau Les 3 visages necklace.
By Jean Cocteau
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Jean Cocteau signed and numbered 221/300 necklace from the Edition Madeleine. The 3 faces represent the style of Jean Cocteau very recognizable. si...
Fisherman Gold Side Profile inspired by Jean Cocteau
By Jean Cocteau
Located in PARIS, FR
This gold-toned brooch is inspired by the work of the French poet Jean Cocteau, known for simple but expressive drawings. This minimalist and modern brooch is the profile of fisherme...
Base Metal
Gold Side Profile of Fisherman inspired by Jean Cocteau
By Jean Cocteau
Located in PARIS, FR
This gold-toned brooch is inspired by the work of the French poet Jean Cocteau, known for simple but expressive drawings. This minimalist and modern brooch is the profile of fisherme...
Base Metal
Christian Dior GROSSE 1959 Vintage Gold Massive Swirl Feather Chunky Brooch
By Henkel and Grosse for Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior GROSSE 1959 Vintage Massive Extra Large Openwork Swirl Twist Feather Chunky Statement Brooch, Gold Plated Very good condition. Light scratches or colour loss. 100% Ge...
Gold
Jay Strongwater Owl Brooch with Turquoise & Enamel in Gold-Tone, Amber Eyes
By Jay Strongwater
Located in Milford, DE
Dimensions: 2.25 x 1.25 in Hallmarks/Marks: Signed "JAY STRONGWATER" and "JAY" on the back Era: Contemporary, from the exclusive HSN collection A whimsical and elegant owl brooch by...
Crystal, Gold Plate
Tiffany & Co Inlay Mother of Pearl Onyx Gold Flower Brooch
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Large 18k gold flower brooch by Tiffany & Co, with onyx and mother of pearl inlay. Brooch measures 1.75" x 1 15/16". Hallmarked Tiffany & Co, 750. Weight of the piece - 27.7 grams.
Onyx, Pearl, Gold
$499
H 0.81 in W 1.06 in
Antique Art Nouveau 10k Yellow Gold Diamond & Enamel Flower Pin Brooch Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (2) Natural Genuine Diamond - Old Mine Cut - Prong Set - G Color - VS2 Clarity - 0.04ctw (approx.) Material: 10K Yellow Gold Weight: 2.82 Grams Overall Width: 27.15mm (1....
Diamond, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Cartier Maillon Panther Diamond 3 Row Necklace in 18k White Gold
By Cartier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
The Cartier Maillon Panthère diamond necklace is a striking masterpiece, featuring interlocking links adorned with brilliant diamonds. This necklace features 3 rows with approximate...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 6.68 Carat Aquamarine Pearl Diamond White Gold Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive vintage 6.68 carat aquamarine, cultured pearl and 0.13 carat diamond, 18 karat and 14 karat white gold brooch; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This stunning, fine and impressive vintage brooch has been crafted in 18k and 14k white gold. The upper portion of this stunning vintage brooch has been crafted in a spray design, composed of textured asymmetrical, interlacing 14k white gold ribbon ornamentation. The spray design is embellished with four impressive cultured pearls. The brooch is further ornamented with an impressive 18k white gold four claw set 6.68ct emerald cut aquamarine to the terminal of the design. The stunning aquamarine is suspended from an impressive four claw set 0.13ct modern brilliant round cut diamond, completing the design. The vintage aquamarine brooch...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Pearl, White Gold
Antique Yellow Gold Diamond Flower Brooch
Located in New York, NY
This charming vintage brooch is crafted in yellow gold and designed as a delicate four-petal flower, its softly contoured petals finished with a warm matte sheen. At the center spark...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Vintage Pearl & Emerald Paste Multistrand Torsade Choker 1960s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A Vintage Pearl & Emerald Paste Choker. Demure and daring and undoubtedly eternally elegant. An unsigned beauty. A rare treasure. Just because a jewel doesn’t carry a designer name, ...
Diamond Ruby Yellow Gold 18K Brooch 1960S
Located in Geneva, CH
Diamond and Ruby on Yellow Gold 18K Brooch. Marked EM. Circa 1960. Total length: approx. 5.20 centimeters / 2.05 inches. Total width: approx. 3.30 centimeters / 1.30 inches. Total ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,298
H 0.94 in W 1.73 in
Antique Victorian 18k Gold 13.50ctw Oval Amethyst w/ Hand Engraved Brooch Pin
Located in Montclair, NJ
Here we have an outstanding antique brooch that was crafted from solid 18k yellow gold during the Victorian era. The brooch features a magnificent natural amethyst stone that has an ...
Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$13,750
W 0.35 in L 16.5 in
Chimento Pavé Diamond Elongated Link Collar Necklace in 18 Karat White Gold
By Chimento
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
You will absolutely love this strikingly beautiful minimalist necklace by Chimento. It is stunningly simple in design, with curved lines and glittering pave diamonds, making the piec...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Reversible 20K and 14K Yellow Gold and Enamel Diamond and Ruby Indian Necklace
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
A striking reversible necklace of Indian origin, handcrafted in 20K and 14K yellow gold, dating to the 1960s. This piece features 63 rose-cut diamonds totaling approximately 12.00 ca...
Yellow Gold
After JEAN COCTEAU by Atelier MADELINE-LAUPIN "Entre-Profils" Pendant Necklace
By Jean Cocteau
Located in Nice, FR
After JEAN COCTEAU by Atelier MADELINE-LAUPIN "Entre-Profils" pendant necklace. Limited edition (200 copies) after a JEAN COCTEAU drawing of 1958, crafted by the ATELIER Anne MADELI...
Gilt Metal
After Jean Cocteau Moon and Profile Sculpture Pendant
By Jean Cocteau
Located in Nice, FR
After JEAN COCTEAU moon and profile sculpture pendant edited by MADELINE FLAMMARION. This pendant is matte gold toned with multi colored enamel deta...
Gilt Metal
Jean Cocteau Orpheus Brooch
By Jean Cocteau
Located in Nice, FR
JEAN COCTEAU gold tone and enamel Orpheus brooch. Embossed 2001 Comité Jean Cocteau A. Madeline Flammarion. Note As a buyer, you are fully res...
Jean Cocteau Vintage Rare Abstract Face Clip-On Earrings
By Jean Cocteau
Located in Nice, FR
JEAN COCTEAU vintage gold toned abstract face clip-on earrings. Embossed JEAN, Comité Jean Cocteau Madeline Flammarion. Dated 1997. Note As a buyer, you are fully responsib...
Jean Cocteau Moon and Profile Sculpture Pendant Necklace
By Jean Cocteau
Located in Nice, FR
JEAN COCTEAU moon and profile sculpture pendant necklace edited by MADELINE FLAMMARION. Matte gold toned sculpture pendant with multi colored enam...