Lenox is an American brand that initially produced porcelain, crystal, and souvenir products, but over time expanded its range to include jewelry.
The company was founded by Walter Scott Lenox in 1889 as an art ceramics company in Trenton, New Jersey. Initially, it was a small art workshop, which included artisans engaged in hand-painted porcelain from ivory.
In 1906, the company’s name was changed to Lenox Incorporated.
Start of production – initially porcelain products were produced, later – souvenirs from glass and crystal, as well as jewelry.
Expansion of production – over time, the company grew into factory production, making dishes according to standard samples, but still relying on handwork, especially when painting.
Collaboration with designers – the company has established business relationships with famous designers and design houses, such as Kate Spade, Marchesa, Donna Karan.
Ordering tableware for the White House – in 1918, US President Thomas Woodrow Wilson ordered a batch of 1,700 pieces of tableware for the White House, each piece had a gold presidential seal.
Collections
Lenox China Jewels Collection – includes items with bright colors, intricate patterns and accents made of 24-karat gold.
Lenox Collection – offers bracelets, earrings, necklaces and pendants, rings. For example, there are vintage charm bracelets with porcelain angels and stars, with porcelain moons and stars.
Gallery of photographs of the Lenox jewelry collections:
Awards
The American Institute of Architects Medal of Excellence (1927) was awarded to chief designer Frank Graham Holmes for his work on Lenox pieces.
The American Institute of Designers Silver Medal (1943) was awarded to Holmes.
Selection for display – In 1928, the National Ceramic Museum in Sèvres, France, selected 34 Lenox pieces, the first American porcelain to receive this honor.
