Explore the enduring legacy of Marcel Boucher, one of the most visionary designers in mid-20th century costume jewelry. Trained as a jeweler at Cartier in Paris, Boucher brought a fine jewelry sensibility to the world of costume design after founding his own company in New York in 1937. His early pieces, often signed "Marcel Boucher" or marked with design numbers, quickly gained recognition for their superior artistry and bold elegance.
During the 1940s, Boucher introduced highly sculptural brooches and earrings with patriotic and figural themes—birds, wings, flowers, and exotic motifs—crafted in rhodium-plated metals and accented with luminous rhinestones or enamel. He was known for three-dimensional designs and innovative use of materials that gave each piece movement and drama.
In the 1950s and early 1960s, Boucher’s work reflected postwar glamour, often featuring brilliant color combinations, intricate filigree, and motifs inspired by nature and the space age. After his passing in 1965, his wife Sandra Boucher continued the brand, preserving the high standards and distinctive style that defined his name.
Each piece in this collection is a window into the evolution of American costume jewelry—a collectible work of artmarked by Boucher’s signature style and meticulous attention to detail.
Shop authentic vintage Marcel Boucher jewelry, carefully curated and verified by Antiques by Anna. Own a piece of design history.
