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Walking stick, rock crystal and gold handle, by Jean Després, France 1930.

$11,962
£8,882.46
€10,000
CA$16,435.19
A$17,875.08
CHF 9,473.14
MX$214,180.86
NOK 120,398.76
SEK 110,301.63
DKK 76,241.02

About the Item

Art Decò walking stick: jewel cane, cylindrical knob in rock crystal, band made of 18Kt gold, fretwork, 4 squares of two sizes, which allow you to see the rock crystal underneath, with engravings and small squares in Abalone mother-of-pearl embedded. Brand and signature of the silversmith Jean Després (1889-1980), an innovative and influential figure in Art Deco, one of the most important designers. After the war, Després, returned to Avallon, beginning to design elegant, modern, boldly geometric jewelry, using gold, silver, semi-precious stones and enamel. He participated in all the major shows and exhibitions, winning numerous prizes and honours. Paris, France circa 1930.
  • Creator:
    Jean Despres (Jeweler)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 36.5 in (92.71 cm)Width: 1 in (2.54 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
  • Style:
    Art Deco (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1930
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Milan, IT
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU917144039762

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