113 - HERMES Paris - Atelier Georges LENFANT, 1960s

HERMES Paris - Atelier Georges LENFANT, 1960s “Woodcocks in Flight” lapel clip brooch in 750‰ yellow gold; the plumage of each bird is entirely chased, and their eyes are set with cabochon sapphires. Pins in 750‰ yellow gold. Signed “HERMES PARIS” and numbered “93406” on the tip. Made in France; diamond-shaped hallmark of the Georges LENFANT Workshop. Dimensions: 5.3 x 4.2 g. Gross weight: 16.3 g. The Georges LENFANT Workshop maintained particularly strong ties with the House of Hermès and its worlds. Animal-themed creations are particularly numerous, often taking the form of brooches: bumblebees, fawns, does, woodcocks, ducks, pheasants, squirrels, and even feathers have been depicted in this way.