KUTCHINSKY: A DIAMOND NECKLACE, 1963 Of articulated texture...

Hammer

€11,000

KUTCHINSKY: A DIAMOND NECKLACE, 1963

Of articulated textured gold design, the frontispiece highlighted with a series of brilliant-cut diamonds, mounted in 18K gold, with maker's mark for Kutchinsky, English hallmarks for London 1963, length approximately 41.5cm

After fleeing Poland with his family, Hirsch Kutchinsky founded the Kutchinsky business in London’s East End in 1893. Before leaving Poland, Kutchinsky and members of his family had worked as jewellers in the court of Ludwig of Bavaria, and the brand quickly garnered a reputation for exquisite craftsmanship and whimsical design.

The easing of wartime restrictions in the vibrant post-war era of the late 1940s and 1950s was celebrated by a marked return to luxury and creative expression. This character became a hallmark feature of the Kutchinsky brand, and the name grew to be synonymous with flamboyant pieces adorned with marquise and baguette diamonds, often featuring playful animal motifs that captured the imagination of collectors.

Among its most celebrated masterpieces is the Argyle Library Egg, a stunning homage to the legendary Fabergé eggs, standing more than 2 feet tall, crafted in 18K gold, and studded with 24,000 pink diamonds.

Renowned as “the David Webb of London,” Kutchinsky designs stand out for their unique artistry and luxurious appeal. Each piece is not just jewellery but a narrative of creativity and individuality, distinguishing itself from mass-produced items and enhancing its collectability.