12 October 2016
Composed of 22 fine pearls alternating with diamonds, Jeanne Lanvin’s necklace is being auctioned on October 19th by the Aguttes auction house. It was one of a set of three that can be seen in portraits of the fashion designer. Until today, it has remained in the family. Estimate: 50-60,000 euros.
Jeanne Lanvin's necklace, made of fine pearls and diamonds
Jeanne Lanvin
Jeanne Lanvin by Harcourt
Jeanne Lanvin
Jeanne Lanvin by Clémentine-Hélène Dufau - 1925, oil on canvas - Musée des Arts Décoratifs
Jeanne Lanvin © AFP
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