Jean Painleve (1902 – 1989) – photographer and filmmaker, specializing in underwater fauna, the founder of documentary science cinema. He shot his most famous films, such as: “Vampire” (1945), “Killers in Fresh Water” (1947), ” Sea Ballerinas (1956), The Love Life of an Octopus (1967), Acera, or Witch Dances (1972).
In 1934, Jean Painlevé launched a series of nautical-themed jewelry sold in expensive boutiques and department stores.
Gold-plated bracelet and clips, with black amber inside with the image of seahorses.
Brass, gilding, Bakelite, Galalite (casein plastic) served as the material for the production of brooches, fur clips, and dress clips.
Jean Painlevé jewelry is antique, rare and highly collectible.
Brooch, Paris, France, 1930s.French Art Deco Gold Plated Green Bakelite Salamander Bracelet.JEAN PAINLEVE Marking.Antique 1930s Art Deco Bakelite Hippocampus Clip Pin.1930s Galalithe Dragon Art Deco Setup.Bakelite FRANCE JSeahorse Earrings Dress Fur Clip Set Rare.French Hippocampe or Seahorse Bakelite Chantelaine Brooch.Pair Dress Clips Green Galalith Salamander Lizard.PAIR art deco cream Galalith Seahorse Dress Clip brooch.Galalith French Art Deco Seahorse Bracelet.Bakelite and Metal Art Deco Brooch, Vintage Jewelry 1930s.
