Boucheron Paris Rock Crystal Gold and Enamel Bird Desk Object
View Similar Items
Boucheron Paris Rock Crystal Gold and Enamel Bird Desk Object
About the Item
- Creator:Boucheron (Jeweler)
- Dimensions:Height: 3 in (7.62 cm)Width: 2 in (5.08 cm)Depth: 2 in (5.08 cm)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:1980-1989
- Date of Manufacture:1980s
- Condition:
- Seller Location:New York, NY
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU5747224352912
Boucheron
As the oldest high-end jewelry boutique on the legendary Place Vendôme in Paris, dating to 1893, Boucheron stands for history, sensuality and avant-garde style. The French design house has created iconic rings, necklaces and other adornments over its more than 160-year history for royalty like the Russian imperial family, the Maharaja of Patiala and Elizabeth, the Queen Mother. It has also received popular acclaim with its modern designs and playful motifs such as serpents and cats.
Since its founding in 1858 by Frédéric Boucheron with a boutique at the Palais Royal arcades, the maison has sought to create unforgettably unique pieces, push the boundaries of innovations in jewelry design and celebrate the opulence of gold. Many of its pieces are sculpted in gold by expert goldsmiths so that the material becomes a design element in its own right. Frédéric’s son Louis was especially interested in the Art Deco style as well as accessories like cigarette holders, bags and belts.
Boucheron is most famously known for its sources of inspiration: nature, animals and the earth. Its iconic Serpent Bohème collection, introduced in 1968, references the curves and scales of the animal with pear-shaped motifs and coiled accents adorned with diamonds and other precious stones like turquoise, lapis lazuli and malachite. Frédéric Boucheron gave a serpent necklace to his wife as a symbol of love and protection. Leopards, hummingbirds, deer and hedgehogs are referenced in the Animaux de Collection, while high-end 3D technology in the Nature Triomphante meticulously re-creates flower petals, ivy branches and other organic forms.
Boucheron also pays homage to Paris, the city where it was founded. The octagonal shape of the Place Vendôme is translated into the geometric Liseré pieces, and the Clou de Paris motif is inspired by the cobblestones on its streets. Since 1859, when Boucheron introduced a collection of pocket watches, the atelier has also regularly created timepieces with the same elegance and refinement as its jewelry.
Despite having such a long legacy, Boucheron has always been ahead of its time. Its creative collections and bold jewelry remain coveted and cherished. In 2018, its flagship in the Place Vendôme reopened after a restoration under its current owner Kering.
Find vintage Boucheron jewelry on 1stDibs.
- Gold-Plated Fish Pendant & Desk ObjectBy Jean SchlumbergerLocated in New York, NYGold-plated fish pendant & desk object, with moving fish scale mechanism consisting of 1 round cut ruby for the fish eye Measurements: 4.25" long St...Category
Vintage 1980s Unknown Animal Sculptures
MaterialsStainless Steel
- Large Qajar and Enamelled Ghalian Section with Brass Hookah BaseLocated in New York, NYLarge qajar and enamelled ghalian section with brass Hookah Base circa 1900, Persia The gold waisted body decorated with European scenes and portrait...Category
Antique 19th Century Persian Tobacco Accessories
MaterialsGold, Brass
- Romolo Grassi Gold Coral Resting Lady ObjectLocated in New York, NYGold & coral resting lady object by Romolo Grassi The lady is 18k yellow gold on one very fine solid coral. Accented with diamonds and mounted on quartz Gold gram weight: 766.7 gr...Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Abstract Sculptures
MaterialsCoral, Gold
- Historic Gold Equestrian Trophy "Cup" by Black Starr and FrostLocated in New York, NYHistoric gold equestrian trophy made by Black Starr and Frost Engraved "The L Stuart Wing Memorial. 1917" Made entirely from (not weighted) 14...Category
Vintage 1910s American More Desk Accessories
MaterialsGold
- Art Deco Cartier Paris Chinoiserie Lac Burgaute Enamel Gold Pill BoxBy CartierLocated in New York, NYExtremely rare Cartier mother of pearl and enamel chinoiserie pill box A very collectible and rare motif Made in France Circa 1928 Weight: 45.1 grams.Category
Vintage 1920s European Art Deco Snuff Boxes and Tobacco Boxes
MaterialsAgate, Gold
- Piaget Gold and Lapis Desk ClockLocated in New York, NYPiaget gold desk clock Circa 1970 24K Yellow Gold lace motif with lapis lazuli diamond & sapphire- set dial. Dial: lapis lazuli, diamond and ...Category
Vintage 1970s Swiss Table Clocks and Desk Clocks
MaterialsGold, Brass
- Wonderful Carved Rock Crystal Sculpture Alligator Paperweight Desk AccessoryLocated in Roslyn, NYA Wonderful Carved Rock crystal sculpture Of An Alligator Paperweight Desk Accessory.Category
20th Century Mid-Century Modern Natural Specimens
MaterialsRock Crystal
- Wonderful Carved Rock Crystal Sculpture Turtle Paperweight Desk AccessoryLocated in Roslyn, NYA Wonderful Carved Rock Crystal Sculpture Of A Turtle Coming Out Of A Shell Paperweight Desk Accessory.Category
20th Century Animal Sculptures
MaterialsRock Crystal
- White Owl Bird Porcelain Object SculptureBy Royal Dux BohemiaLocated in New York, NYA white porcelain owl bird, Mid-Century Modern period, by Royal Dux Bohemia, circa mid-20th century, Czechoslovakia. With makers' mark on underside as shown in last image. A great pi...Category
Mid-20th Century Czech Mid-Century Modern Animal Sculptures
MaterialsPorcelain
- Asprey Carved Rock Crystal Gorilla Diamond Eye's and 18-Karat Gold AccentsBy Asprey & Garrard LimitedLocated in Westport, CTAsprey one of a kind hand carved rock crystal Gorilla, with 18-karat gold accents and diamond eyes, together on the original petrified wood base, w...Category
Late 20th Century British Aesthetic Movement Animal Sculptures
MaterialsMulti-gemstone, Rock Crystal, Gold, Silver
- Vintage Bronze Architectural Sculptural Objects Desk Accessories Set of 3Located in North Miami, FLThis set of 3 heavy bronze vintage architectural and sculptural desk elements and or objects are amazing. They are signed but not legible and are from the 1970s. They are a sophistic...Category
Vintage 1970s French Modern Abstract Sculptures
MaterialsBronze
- French Moser-Millot Crystal Art Glass Fish Sculpture Decorative ObjectBy MoserLocated in New York, NYA beautiful, substantial and rare French crystal art glass tropical fish sculpture decorative object from Cristallerie Moser-Millot, circa mid-...Category
Early 20th Century French Modern Animal Sculptures
MaterialsCrystal
Recently Viewed
View AllRead More
This Gem-Encrusted Boucheron Brooch Is a Symbol of Mid-Century Glamour and Clever Design
Though it sparkles with more than 27 carats of diamonds, this multifaceted gem delivers more than just dazzle.
7 Vibrant Jewels for a Breezy Late-Summer Wardrobe
Soak up the pleasures of the season with a these bold gems.