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Rare bank note holder for Boucheron, 1893 (ivory, gold, enamel, rubies
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Rare bank note holder for Boucheron, 1893 (ivory, gold, enamel, rubies
3326253 Rare bank note holder for Boucheron, 1893 (ivory, gold, enamel, rubies, sapphires & amethysts) by Sache, Georges le (b.1849); 26x15x5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The rectangular box decorated with carved ivory panels depicting cherubic and floral motifs, applied with gold and enamel in floral designs enhanced with cabochon rubies, sapphires and amethysts, opening to reveal three graduated compartments, each with ivory openwork panels
Signed Boucheron, no. 351
This unique desk ornament was created the year Frederic Boucheron (1830-1902) moved to Place VendA'me, in 1893. After an apprenticeship with Jules Chaise and the opening of its first premises at the Palais Royal, Frederic Boucheron was the first jeweller to settle on the famous Parisian square. He had already acquired fame as an expert in precious stones, a masterful technician and creator of beautiful jewels, winning the gold medal during the Exposition Universelle in 1867.
He worked for Boucheron as a jeweller between 1887 and 1920 creating objects such as inkstands, bottles, watches and boxes. His name was one of the select group of principal Boucheron jewellers chosen by Frederic Boucheron to be featured at the Exposition Universelle in Paris in 1900.
This rare box displays Le SachA©s unique and impressive skills in carving. The craftsmanship on this box is in ivory, however, his skills were versatile and he is known to have produced impressive carved items in other materials such as tortoiseshell and rock crystal.
Objects by Le Sachealso appear in the Tiffany collection and the firm thought so highly of the jeweller that they commissioned him to produce a brooch to commemorate the centenary of the United States acquisition of Louisiana from Napoleon I.); Photo eChristies Images; French, out of copyright
Media ID 22438862
© Christie's Images / Bridgeman Images
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This print showcases a rare bank note holder created for Boucheron in 1893. Crafted by Georges le Sache, this exquisite piece is made of ivory, gold, enamel, rubies, sapphires, and amethysts. The rectangular box features intricately carved ivory panels depicting cherubic and floral motifs. These panels are adorned with gold and enamel in stunning floral designs that are further enhanced with cabochon rubies, sapphires, and amethysts. Upon opening the box, three graduated compartments are revealed, each adorned with delicate ivory openwork panels. Signed by Boucheron as number 351, this unique desk ornament was crafted during Frederic Boucheron's move to Place Vendôme in Paris. Frederic Boucheron himself was renowned for his expertise in precious stones and his mastery as a jeweler. He had already gained fame after winning the gold medal at the Exposition Universelle in 1867. Le Sache worked for Boucheron between 1887 and 1920 creating various objects such as inkstands, bottles, watches, and boxes. Le Sache's exceptional carving skills shine through on this rare bank note holder. While this particular piece is crafted from ivory, the artist also showcased his versatility by producing impressive carvings using materials like tortoiseshell and rock crystal. The craftsmanship displayed on this box caught the attention of Tiffany & Co. , who included Le Sache's work in their collection. In fact, Tiffany commissioned him to create a brooch commemorating the centenary of the United States' acquisition of Louisiana from Napoleon I. This remarkable photograph captures not only an extraordinary work of art but also pays homage to two esteemed artisans - Georges le Sacheand Frederic Boucheron
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