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Philippe Wolfers
Belgian silversmith, jeweler, sculptor, medallist and designer
Philippe Wolfers (16 April &#;&#; 13 December ) was a Belgian silversmith, jeweler, sculptor, medallist[1] and designer.
His mature work belongs to the Art Nouveau style, while in his later years his work aligned with Art Deco.
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As a jewel designer, he was less prolific than his French contemporary René Lalique. Nevertheless his "exemplaire unique" series of jewelry is among the finest jewelry created in Art Nouveau.[2] Wolfers is also known for his sculptures, decorative objects and tableware executed in precious materials such as silver, bronze, ivory and marble.
He also designed vases and objects in glass and faience.
Early life and education
Philippe Wolfers was the son of Louis Wolfers (–) who led the family firm "Wolfers frères", silversmith and court jeweler in Brussels.
The young man entered the family business as an apprentice in He studied sculpture at the Roya