Louis Rousselet Attributed 41" Pink Tangerine Marbled Acetate Bicone Saucer Sautoir Rope Necklace





Louis Rousselet Attributed 41" Pink Tangerine Marbled Acetate Bicone Saucer Sautoir Rope Necklace
Materials and Features:
High-scarcity 41-inch sautoir featuring exceptional artisanal French cellulose acetate beads. Piece attributed to the legendary Parisian workshop of Louis Rousselet, a master of mid-century jewelry components.
Bead Work: Sophisticated internal "pulp-swirl" marbling in a vibrant Pink and Tangerine palette. The translucent, cloudy suspension provides a dimensional depth characteristic of mid-century French artisanal plastics designed to mimic the look of fine art glass.
Artisanal Assembly: Professional double-string construction featuring signature Rousselet geometric hardware, including architectural bicones and specialized square saucer spacers. Decorative pink-toned filigree bead caps provide a sophisticated Mid-Century Modern finish.
Style: Parisian Haute Couture / Mid-Century Sautoir.
Type: Continuous "endless" rope style; no clasp.
Age/Origin: c. 1950s–1960s; France.
Marks: Unmarked. Attributed via signature internal swirling technique and specific geometric hardware.
Measurements:
Total Length: Approx. 41” (Continuous rope style).
Widest Beads: Approx. 19mm.
Condition:
Excellent condition. High-gloss finish remains bright and clear. Internal marbling is vivid with no surface clouding or age-related dulling.