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 today.
$18,000 / set
Schlumberger for Tiffany Diamond Starflower Earrings
By Jean Schlumberger
Located in Darnestown, MD
Dazzling Schlumberger for Tiffany diamond starflower earrings. The center of each earring has a 1 carat diamond. The 6 surrounding petals each have 5 carats of melee. The stones are ...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Tiffany & Co. 18k Yellow Gold Red Enamel Banana Jean Schlumberger Earrings
By Jean Schlumberger
Located in New York, NY
A classic pair of Tiffany & Co. Schlumberger “Banana” earrings, crafted in 18K yellow gold and showcasing the designer’s unmistakable sculptural style. The signature curved silhouett...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Schlumberger for Tiffany Enamel Earrings
By Jean Schlumberger
Located in Darnestown, MD
Five gold petals sit upon reddish brown enamel in these earrings designed by Schlumberger for Tiffany. They measure 5/8" in diameter. Clip backs can be converted to posts.
18k Gold
Tiffany & Co. 18k Yellow Gold Black Enamel Banana Jean Schlumberger Earrings
By Jean Schlumberger
Located in New York, NY
Jean Schlumberger is one of the iconic designers under Tiffany & Co jewelry house umbrella. He created numerous jewels for celebrities and officials from the white house back in the ...
Yellow Gold, Enamel
Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co. Platinum, Gold, Mabe Pearl, and Diamond Ear Clips
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Princeton, NJ
A rare and highly coveted pair of 18 karat gold, mabe pearl, and diamond ear clips by Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co. The ear clips each center a large mabe pearl, encircled ...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co. Red Enamel Gold Earrings
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Pair of 18k yellow gold classic earrings, designed by Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co, adorned with red enamel top. The earrings measure 0.75" in diameter. Marked: Tiffany & Co, S...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Tiffany & Co. Atlas 18K Yellow Gold Hoop Earrings
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Guangzhou, CN
A bold, sculptural masterwork by the legendary American luxury jewelry house, these authentic Tiffany & Co. hoop earrings are beautifully crafted in solid 18 karat yellow gold.
Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Company Schlumberger Gold Diamond and Enamel Shell Earrings
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2000 Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Company 18K Yellow Gold Shell Earrings, finished in Cobalt Blue Enamel and set with Diamonds totaling .15 carat. The earrings measure 7/8 i...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Tiffany & Co. Blue Enamel Diamond Banana Clip-On 18 Karat Yellow Gold Earrings
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co. Blue Enamel Diamond Banana Clip On 18k Yellow Gold Earrings SCHLUMBERGER 18K GOLD BLUE ENAMEL DIAMOND EARRINGS The Banana earrings represent an iconic Schlumberger de...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Enamel
$6,450 / set
H 0.98 in W 0.87 in
TIFFANY & CO. Schlumberger Enameled Clips Earrings In 18Kt Gold With Pearls
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Clips earrings designed by Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co. This iconic pair of clips-on earrings was created in New York City by Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co, back in 1970...
Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel, 18k Gold
$4,756Sale Price|20% Off
Tiffany & Co Schlumberger Diamond Earrings 18K Gold Platinum
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
An elegant pair of vintage Tiffany & Co. earrings designed by Jean Schlumberger, crafted in platinum and 18K yellow gold and accented with round brilliant-cut diamonds. Set with rou...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Tiffany & Co Jean Schlumberger Yellow Gold Rope Earrings
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Southampton, PA
A timeless expression of Jean Schlumberger’s visionary design, these authentic Tiffany & Co. Rope Earrings are masterfully crafted in 18K yellow gold and showcase the designer’s ...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$10,800Sale Price|40% Off
Important Original Platinum 18KT Gold TIFFANY & CO Schlumberger Diamond Earrings
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are offering is a Rare Important Original Platinum and 18KT Gold TIFFANY & CO., SCHLUMBERGER 18K Gold, Platinum, and Diamond 'X' Earrings. Each earring contain ...
Diamond, Gold, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Leaf 18k Yellow Gold Huggie Earrings
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: Tiffany & Co. Style: Leaf Huggie Earrings Material: 18k Yellow Gold Design: Sculptural curved leaf motif with polished finish Measurements: Approximately 14.2 mm long × 8.4 mm...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. Red Enamel Diamond Banana Clip-On 18 Karat Yellow Gold Earrings
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co. Red Enamel Diamond Banana Clip On 18k Yellow Gold Earrings SCHLUMBERGER 18K GOLD RED ENAMEL DIAMOND EARRINGS The Banana earrings represent an iconic Schlumberger desi...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Tiffany & Co. Lynn Schlumberger Bird’s‑Nest Four‑Stone Earrings, Sixteen‑Stone
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Guangzhou, CN
Tiffany & Co. Lynn Schlumberger Bird’s‑Nest four‑diamond stud earrings from the Sixteen‑Stone Collection. Crafted in PT950 platinum. Four‑diamond layout delivers an understated yet r...
$7,675
H 0.41 in W 0.82 in L 0.89 in
Vintage Jean Schlumberger Tiffany Rope Coil Pearl Diamond 18K Platinum Earrings
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
1990s Vintage Pair of Tiffany and Co made by Schlumberge " Rope Coil" Mabe Pearl & Diamond Earrings Capture the essence of elegance and sophistication with these exquisite pair of Vintage Pair of Tiffany and Co made by Schlumberge " Rope Coil" Mabe Pearl & Diamond Earrings. Circa 1990s. This Vintage Pair of Earrings will take your breath away! Be it your work or evening attire, these vintage pearl...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Schlumberger Blue Enamel Diamond Banana Clip-On Earrings 18K Gold
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany Co France Jean Schlumberger Lozenge Earrings In 18Kt With Blue Enamel. Rare earrings designed by Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co. This pair has been created at the prest...
18k Gold, Enamel
Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co Blue Enamel Ruby Gold Banana Earrings
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Pair of 18k gold banana earrings, designed by Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co, set with bright blue enamel and rubies. Earrings measure 1 1/8" x 0.75". Marked: Schlumberger 750,...
Ruby, Gold, Enamel
Tiffany & Co. 18k Yellow Gold Red Enamel Banana Jean Schlumberger Earrings
By Jean Schlumberger
Located in New York, NY
A classic pair of Jean Schlumberger “banana” earrings for Tiffany & Co., crafted in rich 18K yellow gold and showcasing the designer’...
Yellow Gold, Enamel, 18k Gold
Estate Tiffany & Company Schlumberger Yellow Gold Earrings in 18K Yellow Gold
By Jean Schlumberger
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful estate Tiffany & Company Schlumberger 18k yellow gold earrings.
Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. Jean Schlumberger 18KY Gold Black Enamel Diamond 'Banana' Earrings
By Jean Schlumberger
Located in New York, NY
A PAIR OF ENAMEL AND DIAMOND 'BANANA' EARRINGS, BY JEAN SCHLUMBERGER, TIFFANY & CO. Each black enamel bombé half hoop earring enhanced with diamond collets...
Diamond, Gold, Enamel
Sold
W 0.67 in L 1.02 in
Pair of Gold and Blue Paillonné Enamel 'Banana' Earrings by Jean Schlumberger
By Jean Schlumberger
Located in Lucerne, CH
These beautiful earclips by the acclaimed French designer Jean Schlumberger are crafted in a luminous cobalt blue paillonné enamel and 18 karat yellow gold. Decorated with diagonal l...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Tiffany & Co. 18k Yellow Gold Black Enamel Banana Jean Schlumberger Earrings
By Jean Schlumberger
Located in New York, NY
Jean Schlumberger is one of the iconic designers under Tiffany & Co jewelry house umbrella. He created numerous jewels for celebrities and officials from the white house back in the ...
Yellow Gold, Enamel
Schlumberger Turquoise and Diamond Earclips
By Jean Schlumberger
Located in San Antonio, TX
18k gold turquoise and diamond Earclips on a windmill designe.Signed TIFFANY & CO> SCHLUMBERGER 750. Boxed.
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold
Tiffany & Co. Schlumberger Diamond Pearl Earrings
By Jean Schlumberger
Located in Darnestown, MD
Elegant diamond and pearl earrings by Schlumberger to Tiffany. The pearls are a berry or blossom on the diamond leaves. There are 50 diamonds set in platinum that weigh a total of ap...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Tiffany & Co. Schlumberger Enamel and Diamond Shell Earrings
By Jean Schlumberger
Located in Darnestown, MD
The addition of diamonds makes these Schlumberger enamel shell shaped earrings dressier than usual. Measurements are 13/16" long and 3/4" wide. Backs are posts and clips. Excellent c...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Jean Schlumberger Yellow Tourmaline Diamond Gold Ear Clips
By Jean Schlumberger
Located in New York, NY
A pair of 18k gold earclips designed by Jean Schlumberger circa 1950. The earrings are set with pear-shaped yellow tourmalines and round diamonds. Fr...
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
Tiffany & Co. Schlumberger Diamond Gold Earrings
By Jean Schlumberger
Located in Chicago, IL
Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Company 18K Yellow Gold V Rope Ear Clips, set with 20 Round Brilliant cut Diamonds totaling 1.40 Carats. Omega Clip Backs to which posts can be easily...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Schlumberger Diamond Gold Platinum Earclips
By Jean Schlumberger
Located in San Antonio, TX
18 karat gold and platinum "wing" earclips , set with round diamonds and signed SCHLUMBERGER with French assay marks.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co. Gold Earrings
By Jean Schlumberger
Located in Darnestown, MD
Gold earrings by Schlumberger Studios for Tiffany. These oval ear clips have a nice combination of textures. Measurements are 7/8" tall x 5/8"...
18k Gold
Tiffany & Co. Jean Schlumberger Gold Rope Twist Earrings
By Jean Schlumberger
Located in New Hope, PA
Classic rope turned earrings in 18 karat gold are designed by Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co. They are clip back earrings, but could easily be converted for pierced ears. T...
18k Gold
Enamel and Turquoise Earclips
By Jean Schlumberger
Located in San Antonio, TX
18kt. Enameled gold Earclips set with cabochon turquoise. Signed SCHLUMBERGER.
Turquoise, 18k Gold
Schlumberger for Tiffany V Spray Earrings
By Jean Schlumberger
Located in Darnestown, MD
Classic earrings by Schlumberger for Tiffany of 18 karat twisted rope forming a V shaped spray. Measurements are 3/4" wide and 1 1/4" tall. Clip backs to which a post can easily be a...
18k Gold