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Christie’s To Auction Collection of Suzanne Belperron Jewels

AuctionsNov 26, 2024

Christie’s To Auction Collection of Suzanne Belperron Jewels

It’s one of the most impressive assemblages of the French designer’s pieces ever to come to auction, Christie’s said.

Suzanne Belperron jewelry
Christie’s New York will offer 15 jewels by Suzanne Belperron as part of the 44-lot offering “Jewels as Art: Magnificent Jewels from a Private Collection,” at its Magnificent Jewels auction next month.
New York—At its Magnificent Jewels auction next month, Christie’s New York will offer a selection of jewels from Suzanne Belperron, an iconic French jewelry designer known for her unique use of color, innovative materials, and bold, sculptural designs.

The collection, “Jewels as Art: Magnificent Jewels from a Private Collection,” features a selection of jewelry curated by an American collector with an eye for art and design and a deep admiration for Belperron.

It includes 15 jewels by Belperron, three of which are from the designer’s personal collection, making it one of the most significant offerings from the designer ever to come to auction, said Christie’s.

One highlight is the rock crystal and diamond “Facetté” cuff bracelet, a piece once owned by celebrated fashion editor Diana Vreeland, who was photographed wearing the piece several times, including at El Morocco in New York in 1938.

Suzanne Belperron Facetté cuff
The Facetté cuff is a testament to Belperron’s skillful use of semi-precious materials to create strikingly bold, geometric forms, Christie’s said.


It is estimated to sell for $200,000 to $300,000.

The diamond “Tube” bracelet, another featured lot, is estimated to fetch $400,000 to $600,000.


Suzanne Belperron Tube bracelet
The current owner of the Tube bracelet loved how it showcased Belperron’s ability to create works that seemed simple in appearance yet were remarkably complex in execution, said Christie’s.


“Christie’s is honored to steward this remarkable collection, exemplifying the art of jewelry collecting through the discerning eye of an American collector who views jewels as a true form of art,” said Claibourne Poindexter, Christie’s senior specialist, jewelry. 

“With a judicious and intentional approach, this collection spans iconic designs across centuries and includes one of the most impressive assemblages of Suzanne Belperron jewels ever to come to auction. Christie’s is proud to offer collectors the chance to acquire these emblematic pieces.” 

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The pieces are highlights of the Christie’s Magnificent Jewels live auction, set to take place Dec. 10 in New York.  

Beyond the Belperron pieces, the offering includes art jewelry from the late 18th century to the early 20th century, including a 19th-century antique diamond necklace and a bracelet from the same period. 

 

The entire collection of 44 pieces spans reflects the height of avant-garde Art Deco and Art Moderne design, Christie’s said.  

Pieces from Cartier, JAR, and Bulgari are also on offer. 

 

The collection is on view at Christie’s New York from Dec. 6-9.  

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