FRED - Jacques LENFANT for Atelier Georges LENFANT, 1970s - Lot 145

FRED - Jacques LENFANT for Atelier Georges LENFANT, 1970s Articulated bracelet in yellow gold 750‰ with fancy gourmette mesh composed of alternating smooth links and textured oblong links from the "Paillette" series. Ratchet clasp and eight safety catches. Signed "FRED". French work, diamond-shaped hallmark of Atelier Georges LENFANT. Length: 17.5cm. Mesh width: 5.7mm. P. : 15,1 g. Maille "Paillette", developed by Jacques LENFANT for Atelier Georges LENFANT, is emblematic of the work of this great chain-maker. Working on links in round, oval, twisted or rectangular shapes, it was used in numerous variations and combinations, and produced for numerous Place Vendôme Maisons such as Cartier, Hermès, Mauboussin, Van Cleef & Arpels and Fred. Bibliography: LENFANT, Jacques, Le Livre de la Chaîne, Editions Scriptar SA, 1996, p. 69 ff.