GEORGES BRAQUE Mésopatamia Necklace
Georges Braque （1882-1963）contributed to the ‘wearable art’ concept of jewels in the post-War period. Braque turned his attention to jewelry at the age of 79. The traditional notion of jewellery expressing wealth, status and reflecting fashion became less important and inspired artists and designers to express innovative sculptural forms. These jewels were produced by the highly regarded and experienced jeweler Baron Heger de Löwenfeld between 1961 and 1963. Over a hundred items designed by Braque were exhibited at the Musée du Louvre from March to May 1963, just before his death.
Circa 1963 Numbered R3/75
Signed: Héger de Lowenfeld and Bijoux de Brauqe
Size/Dimensions: Length 56.5cm
Gross Weight: 71.9grams
