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Jean Despres (1889-1980) A Silvered-Metal Gravy Sauce Boat on Stand, 1966

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Signed J Despres and dated 1966 on the bottom. A unique and rare piece in very good condition. 5″ high x 8″ wide x 4″ deep Jean Després was a French jewelry maker and designer best known for his intricate Art Deco jewelry made from semi-precious stones, machine parts, and enamel. Després’ aesthetics were largely inspired by his friendships with avent-garde artists, including the Cubist Georges Braque. Born on June 15, 1889 in Souvigny, France, his father owned a jewelry shop and sent off his son to apprentice with a goldsmith and jeweler when he was 16. Després studied design at nights while in Paris and mingled in the Montmarte scene in his free time, where he met Georges Braque, Pablo Picasso, Amedeo Modigliani, and others. Working for the government designing parts for aircraft during World War I, his jewelry became influenced by the utilitarian materials and shapes he saw in the factories. Després’ works were collected and worn by celebrities such as Josephine Baker, Andy Warhol, Paul Signac, and Andre Malraux. His works are in the collections of the Musée d’Art Moderne de la Ville de Paris and The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, among others. The artist died on November 13, 1980 in Avallon, France. Due to the item's age do not expect items to be in perfect condition and I may not describe every little scratch or spot. Please inquire if you have any doubts. I will be more than willing to give you additional information. Please inspect all images for more detailed information and condition of items, pictures are part of my description. I will provide additional photographs if needed.
  • Creator:
    Jean Despres (Jeweler)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 5 in (12.7 cm)Width: 8 in (20.32 cm)Depth: 4 in (10.16 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Metal,Silvered
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1966
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    New York, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU7386231542692

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