Sterlé, attributed, a bracelet 18K gold set with round brilliant-cut diamonds.
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Total weight ca 1.20 cts, width ca 12 - 34 mm, inner diameter ca 53 mm, total weight 47 g. Unsigned and with French hallmark.
Provenance
Acquired by the industrialist and famous collector Carl Kempe (1884-1967)
Literature
Jutheau, VivianeJ, "Sterlé, Joaillier Paris". Published by Paris, Éditions Vecteurs, 1990.
More information
Pierre Sterlé was a renowned French jeweler, celebrated for his innovative and artistic approach to jewelry design during the mid-20th century. Born in 1905, Sterlé began his career in the 1930s and quickly became known for his unique ability to blend elegance with an avant-garde flair. His designs were characterized by fluid, nature-inspired forms such as feathers, leaves, and birds, often incorporating intricate details and movement. Sterlé was also a master of technique, especially in crafting gold wire to achieve delicate, sculptural effects.
Throughout his career, Sterlé worked for prestigious maisons like Chaumet and Boucheron before opening his own atelier in Paris in 1934. He became a favorite among high society and royalty, known for his exquisite craftsmanship and daring creativity. His use of unusual gemstones and the bold yet graceful lines of his pieces set him apart in the world of haute joaillerie. Sterlé’s influence continues to be admired today for its timeless sophistication and artistic vision.