Vintage Jewelry from the 1940s-1950s

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Marcel Boucher Vintage Leaf Brooch, 1950s
320 €

The 1940s and 1950s were the era when couture jewelry reinvented itself. The post-war shortage forced houses to explore new languages in gold-plated metal, fine stones, rhinestones, and glass paste. It was the golden age of Parisian creative jewelry.

The New Look and its sets

With Christian Dior’s New Look in 1947, jewelry became a major ornament again. Long necklaces, sets, sculpted brooches: the pieces complemented the rediscovered silhouette. The Maison Françoise Montague was born in the same decade, in 1945, driven by a free-spirited woman.

The aesthetic codes of the time

Bold yellow gold, floral motifs, matching sets (necklace + earrings + bracelet), contained but assertive volumes. Precious stones often gave way to rhinestones and glass paste, technically perfect and conceptually free.

A rarity today

Pieces from the 1940s-1950s in good condition have become rare. A complete set from this era is a strategic acquisition for discerning collectors.

Maison Françoise Montague since 1945

Our house has passed down three generations of Parisian couture jewelry expertise. Each purchase is delivered in a case sealed with the Maison’s wax seal. A handwritten note can accompany your order at no extra cost. Tax refund is available in-store for international visitors, and protected shipping worldwide. Our workshop’s repair service is open for life on all our creations—a Françoise Montague jewel is made to last.

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