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
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
Modern Blue Enamel, Purple Sapphire, Diamond, Pearl And Gold Butterfly Brooch
Located in London, GB
A modern butterfly brooch in yellow gold, set with purple sapphires and round, brilliant cut diamonds, weighing an estimated total of 0.14ct, with a pearl thorax, with a pin and tube...
Diamond, Pearl, Purple Sapphire, Gold, Enamel
Chanel Clear Stone Resin Flower Pin
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel clear resin and pink flower pin. Spring '96 collection. Original box included.
Chanel Faux Pearls and Logo-Pendant Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Paris, FR
Chanel logo-pendant necklace featuring white/silver-tone faux-pearl embellishment, crystal embellishment, signature interlocking CC logo, logo pendant, adjustable fit, lobster claw f...
Victorian Natural Half Pearl and Diamond Brooch-Pendant
Located in London, GB
A Victorian natural half pearl and diamond oval brooch-pendant, set to the centre with three graduating half pearls set with rose-cut diamonds, surrounded by cluster of fourteen half...
Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
$425
H 11.5 in W 0.5 in D 0.25 in Dm 4.25 in L 12 in
Vintage Biche de Bere Gold Tone Rigid Choker Necklace, Circa 1980s
By Biche de Bere Paris
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Biche De Berre Rigid Gold Tone Choker. It can be worn alone or with something dangling. A great layering piece to have. The inside of the choker measures 11 inches. The cha...
Mixed Metal
Tiffany & Co Victoria Graduated Marque Shape Diamond Platinum Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Southampton, PA
Platinum Victoria Graduated Marque Shape Diamond Necklace by Tiffany & Co. Tiffany & Co’s Victoria Platinum Graduated Marque Shape Diamond Necklace exudes timeless elegance ...
Diamond, Platinum
$779
W 0.6 in L 14.18 in
Christian Dior GROSSE 1960s Pearls White Oval Crystals Pendant Elegant Necklace
By Henkel and Grosse for Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior GROSSE Vintage 1960s White Oval Shining Crystals Pendant Beaded Pearls Elegant Necklace, Gold Plated Very good condition. Light scratches or colour loss, barely notic...
Gold Plate
Unavailable|$66,424
W 1.19 in L 14.18 in
Cartier Vintage 18ct Yellow Gold Triple Row Tubogas Necklace circa 1987
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Maker: Cartier Summary: Vintage 18ct Yellow Gold Triple Row Tubogas Necklace Description: A vintage 18ct yellow gold and steel tubogas necklace by Cartier, circa 1987. The collar is ...
18k Gold
YVES SAINT LAURENT YSL Vintage Gold-Tone Jewelled Heart Necklace
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Nice, FR
YVES SAINT LAURENT vintage gold-tone necklace embellished with clear crystals and featuring a heart as centrepiece. This necklace, with its radiant crystal composition and heart‑sha...
Gilt Metal
11.50ct Diamond Gold Choker Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This is an amazing 18k white gold choker necklace. The necklace is set with sparkling baguette and round cut diamonds that weigh approximately 11.50ct. The color of these diamonds is...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$1,539
Broche Christian Lacroix
By Christian Lacroix
Located in TOULOUSE, FR
Vintage brooch by Christian Lacroix, dating from the 1990s. This statement piece showcases the bold, theatrical aesthetic that defines Lacroix’s iconic jewelry designs. Crafted in go...
Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Fluted Twist Diamond Choker Necklace
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
You are looking at the epitome of luxury and elegance: the Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Fluted Twist Diamond Choker Necklace. This stunning piece is a true masterpiece, meticulously craft...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
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...