Louis Aucoc

Louis Aucoc (1850–1932) was a French goldsmith, jeweler and jewelry designer.

Also recorded as Aucoc le jeune.

Louis Aucoc in brief

Born
1850
Died
1932
Known for
goldsmith, jeweler and jewelry designer
Place of birth
Paris
Contents

Overview

Born at Paris in 1850, died at Paris in 1932.

In detail

René Lalique is recorded as having studied under Louis Aucoc. the recorded working language is French.

The field of work recorded is goldsmithing. The authority associates the name with Art Nouveau.

Positions recorded include municipal councillor of Paris and General councillor of the Seine. Membership is recorded of Commission du vieux Paris.

Works named in the authority record are La Maison Aucoc.

Work by Louis Aucoc is recorded in the collections of Geldersch Landschap en Kasteelen.

Distinctions recorded are Commander of the Legion of Honour and Commemorative medal of the 1870–1871 War.

Sources

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  1. 1.

    “Louis Aucoc”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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  2. 2.

    Wikidata, structured authority record Q6686680: Louis Aucoc

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