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several pieces of paper with different designs on them on a white surfaceseveral rings on the wall of a bathroomfive different rings on a white sheet of papermany different types of jewelry displayed on a tablemany different types of rings on display in a display casethree different rings on display in a display casethree different rings on the wall of a bathroommany different types of jewelry displayed on a tablea picture of a piece of paper with a pin on ita picture of a necklace and earrings on a piece of papertwo necklaces and a bracelet on display in a display casethree necklaces and two earrings on display in a display casea lot of different types of jewelry on display
MARGAUX SERRANO MAISON DE VENTE

461 - Attributed to Jacques Desnoues (20th century)
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Estimate €250 - €400
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Description
Attributed to Jacques Desnoues (20th century) Set of 19 gouache paintings on tracing paper on the theme of jewellery: necklaces, rings, bracelets, earrings, jewellery sets… Dimensions of the largest: approximately 32 x 25 cm What is a ‘gouaché’ in jewellery? A gouache is a painting executed in gouache that depicts a piece of jewellery with precision. Before the advent of design software, these drawings were essential: they served as artistic mock-ups, technical references for workshops, and the basis for client presentations. Each gouache is a work of art in its own right, combining drawing, meticulous colouring and the play of light to best capture the three-dimensionality, the reflections of precious metals and the brilliance of the gemstones. The lot offered here comprises several gouache drawings attributed to Jacques Desnoues, a jewellery designer who collaborated with Pierre Sterlé, René Kern, and subsequently Jean and Pierre Bellin for over twenty years. Jean and Pierre Bellin, winners of seven De Beers ‘Oscars’ (Diamonds International Awards), are among the leading figures in contemporary jewellery design. These gouache sketches bear witness to the refinement and craftsmanship of high jewellery from the second half of the 20th century.
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About the sale Art Nouveau / Art Deco Collection – Gallé and Daum glassware, paintings, furniture
Auction location
Auction time 10/06/2026 at 11:00 AM
Pictures credits:
Margaux Serrano Auction House
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