Jean Thierry Bondt’s French 1960s Enamel and Gem-set Sea Unicorn Brooch

Made by Jean Thierry Bondt, Paris, a creator of jewelry for Van Cleef & Arpels, Lacloche, Cartier, and Mauboussin, among others, this 18K gold and enamel unicorn clip brooch is set with diamonds and colored stones. The highly three dimensional sea unicorn with bronze, white and blue champlevé enamel horn and body has a pave-set diamond tail, circular-cut sapphire eyes and ruby accents, with flexibly-set cabochon lapis and pearl pendant. Beautifully modeled, this fanciful, vividly colored clip brooch is a unique jewel with a charming presence.