Jewelry designer Jean Schlumberger once said that he strived to “make everything look as if it were growing, uneven, at random, organic, in motion.” His jewels interpreted the vitality of the natural world with lively designs that included a moonstone-topped jellyfish brooch with sapphire tentacles exuding a watery shimmer and a ring encrusted with a burst of diamonds that “bloomed” like a flower bud.
A self-taught jeweler, Schlumberger’s mastery of color as well as his expertise as a draftsman brought his fantastic ideas to life. Born to a leading textile manufacturing family in Alsace, France, Schlumberger took to drawing as a child and showed promise as an artist, but his parents instead sent him to study banking in Berlin in the 1930s. Uninspired, he departed for Paris and began creating buttons for Italian fashion designer Elsa Schiaparelli, who also commissioned him for costume jewelry.
One of Schlumberger’s early pieces — a cigarette lighter in the form of a fish whose head opened to reveal the flame — demonstrated his skill for capturing the vivacity of nature in precious metal. The designer’s imaginative jewelry was in contrast to popular geometric lines of Art Deco, an independent vision he affirmed in the extravagant 1941 Trophée de Vaillance brooch created for fashion editor Diana Vreeland. An extravagant confection of diamonds, amethyst, rubies and gold, the brooch featured gemstones adorning an intricate intersection of tiny spears and a breastplate over a glittering shield.
After serving in the French army and the Free French forces during World War II — and surviving the Battle of Dunkirk — Schlumberger left war-torn Europe for New York and in 1946 established a jewelry salon with Nicolas Bongard. There, his vibrant work caught the eye of Tiffany & Co. After joining the American luxury jewelry house in 1956, he soon had his own studio on the mezzanine of Tiffany’s Fifth Avenue store that he accessed by a private elevator. In his workshop, Schlumberger used a rainbow of gemstones, gold and diamonds to create some of the company’s most beguiling designs.
From striking earrings shaped like soaring wings to diamond birds perched on glittering gemstones, each of Schlumberger’s Tiffany designs dazzled. His supporters included Bunny Mellon, whose love for horticulture inspired commissions such as the Jasmine necklace with diamond blossoms flowering from a garland of colored sapphires, and Jacqueline Kennedy, who wore his Croisillon bracelets so often they became known as “Jackie bracelets.” Schlumberger retired from Tiffany in the late 1970s, but decades after his designs were introduced many of his popular pieces remain in production.
On 1stDibs, find an extraordinary range of vintage Jean Schlumberger jewelry designed for Tiffany & Co.
Tiffany & Co. Schlumberger Fern Leaf Diamond Brooch 18k Yellow Gold/Platinum
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Tiffany & Co. Schlumberger 5 leaf pin brooch in 18k yellow gold and platinum. Features 5 textured leaves and a floral center adorned with sparkling diamonds. This is an excepti...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
18K Tiffany & Co. Jean Schlumberger Sapphire and Diamond Maltese Cross Brooch
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in San Francisco, CA
Boldly sculptural in scale and unmistakably mid century in spirit, this Tiffany & Co. brooch takes the form of a stylized Maltese cross composed of deeply textured gold “petals” ...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co. "Gazelle" Brooch
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
This "Gazelle" clip brooch by Jean Schlumberger was created by Tiffany & Co. circa the 1970s. The gazelle with spiraling gold horns, pavé-set diamond face, and sapphire eyes dine...
Diamond, Emerald, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Schlumberger Aquamarine Diamond Floral "Cousins" Brooch
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Dallas, TX
Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co. Aquamarine and Diamond "Cousins" Brooch in 18K Yellow Gold and Platinum. Circa 1964, featured on page 38 of The Jewels of Jean Schlumberger. The b...
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Vintage Schlumberger Studios Yellow Gold and Turquoise Brooch
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
This classic brooch designed by Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co., is a quintessential design with gold twisted rope into a stylized heart motif. Set with four cabochon cut turquoise me...
Turquoise, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Tiffany & Co. Jean Schlumberger Thistle Brooch in 18K Gold & Gems
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in North Hollywood, CA
I am so happy to offer this magnificent Tiffany Schulmberger Thistle piece to all of you. As you may know I source anything I desire and this was 1 year in the making to source and ...
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany Diamond Floral Brooch
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Darnestown, MD
Jean Schlumberger was vice president of Tiffany and one of their premier designers. Among those who collected his work were Bunny Mellon; Babe Paley and Diana Vreeland. His pieces co...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Schlumberger Tiffany Co. Sapphire, Emerald and Yellow Gold Thistle Brooch
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Boston, MA
This late 20th century pin is comprised of full cut blue sapphire, and green emeralds set in 18kt yellow gold in this whimsically classic floral thistle themed design. This pin measu...
Blue Sapphire, Emerald, Yellow Gold
Jean Schlumberger, Tiffany & Co. Peridot and Ruby Thistle Brooch
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Boston, MA
This late 20th century pin is comprised of full cut green peridots, and red rubys set in 18kt yellow gold in this whimsically classic floral thistle themed design. This pin measures ...
Peridot, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co Jean Schlumberger Peapod Cultured Pearl Yellow Gold Pin Brooch
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Cultured Pearl Peapod Brooch Pin by Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co. The Tiffany & Co. Schlumberger Peapod Pin Brooch is crafted from 18k yellow gold, featuring a ...
Turquoise, Cultured Pearl, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co., Schlumberger Two-Color Gold and Diamond 'Five Leaves' Brooch
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co., designed by Schlumberger Diamond Leaf Brooch in 18k Yellow and White Gold – Nature-Inspired Luxury. This stunning leaf diamond brooch, crafted in 18k yellow and white...
Diamond, Gold
Tiffany & Co Schlumberger 18k Yellow Gold Large Leaf Brooch Pin
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Southampton, PA
A stunning example of Jean Schlumberger’s visionary design, this vintage Tiffany & Co. Leaf Brooch is masterfully crafted in 18K yellow gold and showcases the designer’s signatur...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
W 2.25 in L 2.5 in
Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany Diamond Floral Brooch
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Darnestown, MD
Jean Schlumberger was vice president of Tiffany and one of their premier designers. Among those who collected his work were Bunny Mellon; Babe Paley and Diana Vreeland. His pieces co...
Diamond, 18k Gold
W 1.63 in L 1.5 in
Tiffany & Co. 18K Yellow Gold Flower Star Brooch
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
This whimsical brooch by Tiffany and Co. features a five pointed star flower with polished finish. Accompanied by a Tiffany pouch and box. Material: 18 karat yellow gold Stamp: TIF...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co Jean Schlumberger Peapod Cultured Pearl Yellow Gold Pin Brooch
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Cultured Pearl Peapod Brooch Pin by Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co. The Tiffany & Co. Schlumberger Peapod Pin Brooch is crafted from 18k yellow gold, featuring a ...
Turquoise, Cultured Pearl, Yellow Gold
W 0.69 in L 1.42 in
Tiffany & Co. Diamond Yellow Gold Gingko Leaf Brooch Pin
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Weight: 4.3 Grams Stone: Diamond (2.75 mm) Measurements: 36.0 x 17.5 mm Hallmark: Tiffany & Co. 18K Item #: BR-1056-092123-07
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Dm 1.25 in
Tiffany & Co Jade Flower Brooch
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co Jade Flower Brooch A round jade brooch with a center rose adorned with a round-cut diamond. Approximate Diameter: 1.25" Signed: Tiffany & Co Metal Type: 14-karat yell...
Diamond, Jade, 14k Gold
Tiffany & Co Cabochon Emerald Brooch
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co Cabochon Emerald Brooch A Tiffany & Co. brooch that converts to a pendant, set with 12 round-cut diamonds and a cabochon emerald. Approximate Length: 1.50" Metal Type:...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
W 1.82 in L 0.79 in
Vintage Tiffany & Co. Pink & Yellow Gold Flower Pin Brooch
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Baltimore, MD
Vintage Tiffany & Co. Pink & Yellow Gold Flower Pin Brooch Metal: 14k pink & yellow gold Weight: 6.97 grams Length: 20mm Width: 46m...
14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Tiffany & Co. 18K Yellow Gold Pearl and Diamond Brooch
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Hicksville, NY
Item Details: Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 2.5 grams Pin Measurements: Length: 1.30 inches Condition: Excellent
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Tiffany & Co. Lapel Watch Brooch
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Hicksville, NY
Year: 1950s Item Details: Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 16.0grams Maker: Tiffany & Co. Pin Measurements: Diameter: 2.25 inches. x 1.25 inches Condition...
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
W 1 in L 2.75 in
Tiffany & Co. Edwardian Diamond Crescent Brooch
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
This diamond crescent brooch by Tiffany & Co. New York dates from circa 1890-1900. The delicate crescent is set with 21 old European and old mine-cut diamonds mounted in platinum-topped gold. Set with fine, well-cut diamonds in a minimum of platinum and gold, this heavenly crescent was divinely shaped and executed by Tiffany & Co. designers and artisans. Product Details: Item #: BO-21317 Artist: Tiffany & Co. Country: United States Circa: 1890-1900 Dimensions: 2.75" length, 1" width. Materials: 21 old European and old mine-cut diamonds (approximate total weight 9.20 carats): Platinum-topped 18K gold mount Signed: Tiffany & Co. Macklowe Gallery Curator's Notes: Throughout the 19th century, British astronomers made many advances, building on the enormous base of precise observations provided to them by their predecessors in the 1700s. Using the new technique of spectroscopy, they worked to determine the composition of heavenly bodies, while breakthroughs in understanding the geology of the earth -many made by passionate amateur scientists as diverse as surveyors and Anglican clergy - helped them discover the facts about the nature of the moon and newly discovered planets. It was in fact an Anglican priest who first advanced his well-supported theory that the earth was indeed more than a billion years old. Astonishing early imaging of the moon, as well as the appearance of the Great Comets of 1843 and 1882 that remained for months burning in the sky above England, helped stoke popular fascination with heavenly bodies. Star, crescent, sunburst and comet jewelry...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
W 0.94 in L 1.5 in
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamonds 18K Yellow Gold Platinum Leaf Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Simpsonville, SC
The Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Leaf Brooch is a masterpiece of craftsmanship and elegance, showcasing the renowned sophistication of the esteemed jewelry house. Craft...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Tanzanite and Diamond Brooch
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co. Tanzanite and Diamond Brooch Designed as a star, the center set with a cluster of tanzanite cabochons extending channel-set tapered baguette-cut diamond rays, 2 3/4...
Diamond, Tanzanite, Platinum
W 1.75 in D 0.5 in L 1.5 in
Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co. Diamond Ruby 18K Gold Ibex Brooch Vintage
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Austin, TX
An iconic and highly collectible creation by Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co., this striking vintage brooch depicts the head of an ibex framed by the animal's magnificent spir...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
W 2.56 in L 2.68 in
Tiffany Schlumberger, Platinum 18K Gold Diamond Flames Brooch
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Designed by Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co., this Flame brooch exemplifies his sculptural interpretation of movement and energy. Sweeping gold flames radiate outward, their h...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Tiffany Schlumberger, Platinum 18K Gold Sapphire Emerald Diamond Flower Brooch
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
A vibrant brooch by Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co., composed as a stylized floral burst. Lyrical gold tendrils rise with oval sapphires and emerald accents, anchored by a di...
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Company Gold and Gem set Brooch
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1990 Jean Schlumberger France for Tiffany & Company 18k Yellow Gold Brooch, measuring 1 3/8 X 1 1/8 inches, hand fabricated and finished leaf design and set with Rubies and Yel...
Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Tiffany & Co Jean Schlumberger Hedgehog Sweet Yellow Gold Brooch Pin
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Hedgehog Sweet Brooch Pin by Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co. This vintage Tiffany & Co. Schlumberger brooch features an adorable hedg...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
TIFFANY & CO. SCHLUMBERGER 18K Yellow Gold, Diamond & Lapis Thistle Brooch 1970s
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Tiffany & Co. Schlumberger 18K Yellow Gold, Lapis & Diamond Thistle Brooch 1970s Vintage Here is your chance to purchase a beautiful and highly ...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. Schlumberger Tanzanite Platinum 18K Brooch Bird On A Rock Brooch
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a platinum bird with gold features - perched atop an emerald cut tanzanite Weighing 40.33 carats total - transparent medium vibrant blue in color Prong set in a gold basket - bird is pavé set with round brilliant cut diamonds Weighing approximately 1.72 carats total - D-G color with Internally Flawless-VS2 clarity range Accented by a 1.0 mm round cut sapphire eye Transparent pink an bezel set in gold Completed by hinged pinstem with locking closure Stamped for platinum and 18 karat gold Inscribed with diamond carat weight Numbered and fully signed for Jean Schlumberger, Tiffany & Co. Accompanied Tiffany paperwork and original boxes Circa: 2020s; via the Schlumberger Bird on a Rock...
Diamond, Tanzanite, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Jean Schlumberger 'Sombrero' Brooch by Tiffany & Company
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
This rare brooch pin is a design by Jean Schlumberger known as 'Sombrero' and was made by Tiffany & Company in France. The impressive piece is modelled as a sombrero flower which are...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum, Gold, Yellow Gold
W 1.78 in L 1.97 in
Tiffany & Co. Schlumberger 18ct yellow gold, platinum & diamond leaf brooch
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in London, GB
Tiffany & Co. iconic Schlumberger Studios 'Five Leaves' brooch of 18ct yellow gold. Featuring finely scalloped undulating golden leaves crafted from rich 18ct yellow gold, the platin...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum
H 2 in W 2.32 in D 0.5 in
Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co. Yellow Gold Camel Pin
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Dallas, TX
I can't express how much we are in love with Tiffany's Schlumberger Camel. The master craftsmanship is captured in the attention to detail seen the ...
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Pearl, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
W 1.89 in L 1.26 in
Tiffany Schlumberger 18K YG Feather Brooch
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany Schlumberger 18K yellow gold feather clip brooch 11.9 g marked : TIFFANY SCHLUMBERGER 18K 48 x 32 mm
18k Gold
Tiffany & Co Schlumberger Gold Ruby Hedgehog Brooch Pin
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Adorable 18k yellow gold hedgehog brooch , designed by Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co. Set with tiny ruby eyes. The brooch measures 1.25" x ...
Ruby, Gold