Schlumberger Jewelry Redefines Fashion

Jean Schlumberger (1907-1987) was born in Alsace, France, into a wealthy family of textile manufacturers. Disregarding the wishes of his business class family, he moved to Paris to pursue his artistic ventures. Following the end of the second world war, Schlumberger shifted to New York and, in 1947, together with his partner-jeweler, Nicolas Bongard (a nephew of the renowned fashion designer Paul Poirot) established his own fine jewelry shop.

While Nicolas took charge of business affairs, Schlumberger indulged in designing beautiful jewelry. His fanciful creations of jeweled animals were worn by prominent fashionable women of society like Babe Pauly, Diana Vreeland, and Countess Mona von Bismarck. By 1956, his achievements were so remarkable that Tiffany & Co, a famous jewelry brand, offered Schlumberger and Bongard a place in Tiffany. This move was looked upon as being favorable for both parties. So, Schlumberger and Bongard were given a separate department within Tiffany’s 5th Avenue store together with an impressive supply of precious stones and materials.

Jean Schlumberger’s story

Jean Schlumberger is an established French designer, as renowned as Paloma Picasso and Elsa Peretti. Following the end of his working period designing jewelry for the collection of the celebrated dressmaker, Elsa Schiaparelli, his talents were soon recognized as being truly exclusive. He was credited for innovative designs in Tiffany & Co; magnificent ornaments crafted by Schlumberger resulting in his acquiring a client list of the elite class and celebrities like Elizabeth Taylor, Princess Marina of Greece and Denmark, Jacqueline Kennedy, Babe Paley, Wallis Simpson, and Audrey Hepburn, amongst others.

Schlumberger jewelry is truly exceptional, in comparison to other jewelry brands, due to its remarkable style in creating ornaments that are stunning replicas of nature. The necklaces are magnificently shaped as moons or stars, clips have been transformed to look like fantastical sea animals, pendants resemble eggs, etc; absolutely awesome designs to enhance the appearance of your outfits. The ornaments, crafted from alloys of precious metals, colored gems, pearls, and the fantastic artisanship of Jean Schlumberger, are outstanding pieces for an exceptionally unique woman.

Affordable antique jewelry of Schlumberger

It’s every woman’s dream to wear antique jewelry and we, at the Miller House, are the experts in dealing with pre-owned and antique jewelry from the most renowned jewelry manufacturers. Schlumberger necklaces, rings, and other ornaments, that are much-desired by collectors and connoisseurs, are sold in a nearly brand new condition at the best prices. So make yourself happy and purchase the jewelry of your dreams.