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Gorgeous clown brooch from the 1980s by Maison CHRISTIAN DIOR.
By Christian Dior
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Gold plated brooch with white paste rhinestones from Christian Dior 1980's Marked "Ch. Dior Germany
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1980s French Bonnets

Maison Gripoix for Christian Dior Poured Glass Art Nouveau Brooch
By Christian Dior
Located in New York, NY
/> Christian Dior, unsigned. Excellent 3.5" x 2"
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Vintage 1960s French Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Silver Plate, Bronze, Enamel

Dior by Dior the Autobiography of Christian Dior 1957 English Ed.
By Christian Dior
Located in Stamford, CT
- The Birth of Maison Christian Dior; From the Idea to the Dress; Inside a Couture House; The Adventure
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Vintage 1950s English Neoclassical Books

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Paper

Fashion Drawing with Fabric, Maison Dior, 1981/82
By Christian Dior
Located in Marinha Grande, PT
Fashion plate enhanced with gouache, with dress fabric swatch from Maison Christian Dior, 1981-82
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Vintage 1980s French Beaux Arts Drawings

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Fabric, Paper

Art Deco Vase Signed , "Bonega - Paris" and "Christian Dior"
By Christian Dior
Located in Beirut, LB
the style of Jean Dunand. (1877-1942) Made for commemorative anniversary of “La maison Christian Dior
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Late 20th Century French Art Deco Vases

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Wood

Christian Dior CD initial clip-on earrings, gold-plated metal
By Christian Dior
Located in Milano, IT
Rare pair of elegant EAR CLIPS drawing the iconic Maison DIOR Monogram (CD) - VINTAGE model from
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Early 2000s French Modern Clip-on Earrings

Christian Dior Long Gold Plated Curb Link Chain Necklace circa 1980s
By Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
from the couture house of Christian Dior. Circa 1980s. In 1946 Christian Dior opened 'Maison Dior' in
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Vintage 1980s German Chain Necklaces

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Gold Plate

Christian Dior Gold and Silver Plated Cocktail Ring with Clear Rhinestones
By Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
Dior. In 1946 Christian Dior opened 'Maison Dior' in Paris. It was not until 1950 however that Dior
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Late 20th Century French Cocktail Rings

Materials

Gold Plate, Silver Plate

Christian Dior Folding Tray Table Tortoiseshell Lucite and Silver Plate, 1960s
By Mercier Freres, Dior Home, Christian Dior
Located in Atlanta, GA
This lovely Mid-Century modernist barware folding tray table was designed for the Christian Dior
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Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Tray Tables

Materials

Metal, Silver Plate

Christian Dior Haute Couture by Gianfranco Ferre
By Gianfranco Ferré for Christian Dior, Christian Dior Haute Couture
Located in New York, NY
Christian Dior Haute Couture by Gianfranco Ferre of ivory mohair wool with Mongolian Lamb Sleeves
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Early 2000s French Cropped Jackets

Christian Dior Half Hoop Gold Plated CD Rhinestone Clip On Earrings circa 1980s
By Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
lovely vintage earrings from the couture house of Christian Dior. In 1946 Christian Dior opened 'Maison
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Vintage 1980s German Hoop Earrings

Dior 1990s Sunglasses
By Christian Dior
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Christian Dior does it again with the perfect every day dead stock sunglasses circa 1990s! These
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1990s Sunglasses

Barovier for Christian Dior Paris "Tartan" Murano Glass Bottle with Stopper
By Christian Dior, Ercole Barovier
Located in Brussels, BE
In 1969, Christian Dior asked Ercole Barovier to develop, design and produce a series of bottles
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Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vases

Materials

Art Glass

CHRISTIAN DIOR by John Galliano 2004 Egyptian Revival Turquoise Scarab Necklace
By John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
CHRISTIAN DIOR by John Galliano 2004 Egyptian Revival Turquoise Scarab Chandelier Fans Long
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Early 2000s German Egyptian Revival Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

Dior Haute Couture "Butterfly" Brooch, 1970s
By Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
rhinestones. Jewel made by Maison Gripoix for Dior Haute Couture, unsigned. Collection 1970s. Additional
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Vintage 1970s French Brooches

Dior Haute Couture "Butterfly" Brooch, 1970s
Dior Haute Couture "Butterfly" Brooch, 1970s
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H 2.37 in W 3.94 in
CHRISTIAN DIOR by John Galliano 1997 Burgundy Rose Micro Beads Tassel Earrings
By John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
CHRISTIAN DIOR by John Galliano 1997 Burgundy Red Rose Floral Enamel Micro Beads Crystals Tassel
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Vintage 1970s German Artist Dangle Earrings

Materials

Silver Plate

Christian Dior, Paris
By Gérard Uféras
Located in Vienna, AT
collections such as the Maison Européenne de la Photographie in Paris, the Union Centrale des Arts Décoratifs
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21st Century and Contemporary Black and White Photography

Materials

Silver Gelatin

Christian Dior, Paris
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H 15.75 in W 19.69 in
Christian Dior, Paris
By Gérard Uféras
Located in Vienna, AT
collections such as the Maison Européenne de la Photographie in Paris, the Union Centrale des Arts Décoratifs
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21st Century and Contemporary Black and White Photography

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Silver Gelatin

Christian Dior, Paris
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H 31.5 in W 23.63 in
Christian Dior, Paris
By Gérard Uféras
Located in Vienna, AT
collections such as the Maison Européenne de la Photographie in Paris, the Union Centrale des Arts Décoratifs
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21st Century and Contemporary Black and White Photography

Materials

Silver Gelatin

Christian Dior, Paris
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H 31.5 in W 23.63 in
Dior Cultured Pearl 18ct Rose Gold Hoop Earrings
By Christian Dior
Located in Addlestone, GB
Dior the High jewellery Couture Maison creates these amazing chic earrings as a hoop. Crafted
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2010s French Contemporary Hoop Earrings

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Cultured Pearl, Rose Gold

Dior Cultured Pearl 18ct Rose Gold Hoop Earrings
Dior Cultured Pearl 18ct Rose Gold Hoop Earrings
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H 2.13 in W 2.13 in D 0.08 in
CHRISTIAN DIOR by John Galliano Masai 1990s Gripoix Logo D Tassel Clip Earrings
By John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
CHRISTIAN DIOR by John Galliano Masai Vintage 1990s Gripoix Logo D Tassel Long Clip Earrings, Gold
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1990s German Artist Dangle Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate

Dior Off White Leather Dio(r)evolution Shoulder Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Ensure your day's essentials are in order and your outfit is complete with this Dior bag. Crafted
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2010s Italian Shoulder Bags

Dior 18kt gold citrine and enamel Leopard design dome cocktail ring
By Christian Dior
Located in Braintree, GB
with every glance. Marked with the prestigious signature of 'Christian Dior' alongside the stamps '750
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1990s French Dome Rings

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Citrine, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

Limited Edition Lady Dior MM in Green Tweed and silver threads, SHW
By Christian Dior
Located in Paris, IDF
The Lady Dior bag embodies classic elegance combined with the modernity of the House of Dior. This
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Structured Shoulder Bags

Dior 18kt gold and enamel Leopard design pair of ear clips with citrine stones
By Christian Dior
Located in Braintree, GB
Dive into a world of unparalleled glamour with this breath taking Christian Dior earrings crafted
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1990s French Clip-on Earrings

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Citrine, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

2010 Maison Michel Lavender Linen Wide Brim Hat w Feather & Floral Bouquet
By Maison Michel
Located in Gresham, OR
body hat is made from Christian Dior couture fabric (made to order with a matching Dior ensemble) with
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21st Century and Contemporary French Hats

Maison Michel Spring / Summer Natural Wide Brim Straw Hat w Flower Bouquet
By Maison Michel
Located in Gresham, OR
Christian Dior Givenchy Valentino and Chanel. In the end of the 1980s The Milliner started working on
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21st Century and Contemporary French Hats

Maison Gripoix Vintage White and Purple Dangling Earrings Circa 1980s
By Maison Gripoix
Located in New York, NY
Balmain and Christian Dior to Yves Saint Laurent; and later for Christian Lacroix and Marc Jacobs. However
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Vintage 1980s French Modern Drop Earrings

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Mixed Metal

Maison Gripoix Vintage White and Purple Dangling Earrings Circa 1980s
Maison Gripoix Vintage White and Purple Dangling Earrings Circa 1980s
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H 3 in W 1.5 in D 0.1 in Dm 1.5 in L 3 in
Maison Michel Citrine Wool Felt Large-Brim Hat w Camellias & Ribbon Band
By Maison Michel
Located in Gresham, OR
Claudine. In the 1970s Maison Michel provided hats and turbans for Yves Saint Laurent Christian Dior
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21st Century and Contemporary French Hats

Vintage Maison Gripoix White, Crystal, Faux Turquoise Gold Necklace Circa 1990s
By Maison Gripoix
Located in New York, NY
Balmain and Christian Dior to Yves Saint Laurent; and later for Christian Lacroix and Marc Jacobs. However
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1990s French Modern Link Necklaces

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Mixed Metal

Maison Michel Autumn/Winter Chartreuse Wool Felt Wide Brim Fedora w Brocade Band
By Maison Michel
Located in Gresham, OR
Saint Laurent Christian Dior Givenchy Valentino and Chanel. In the end of the 1980s The Milliner
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21st Century and Contemporary French Hats

Maison Gripoix Vintage Faux Pearl and Red Dangling Earrings Circa 1980s
By Maison Gripoix
Located in New York, NY
Christian Dior to Yves Saint Laurent; and later for Christian Lacroix and Marc Jacobs. However it was the
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Vintage 1980s French Modern Drop Earrings

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Mixed Metal

Maison Gripoix Vintage Faux Pearl and Red Dangling Earrings Circa 1980s
Maison Gripoix Vintage Faux Pearl and Red Dangling Earrings Circa 1980s
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Maison Gripoix Vintage Red and Green Flower Dangling Earrings Circa 1980s
By Maison Gripoix
Located in New York, NY
Christian Dior to Yves Saint Laurent; and later for Christian Lacroix and Marc Jacobs. However it was the
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Vintage 1980s French Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Mixed Metal

Maison Gripoix Vintage Red and Green Flower Dangling Earrings Circa 1980s
Maison Gripoix Vintage Red and Green Flower Dangling Earrings Circa 1980s
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Maison Michel Spring/Summer Mauve Sheer Straw Cartwheel Wide Brim Hat w Flowers
By Maison Michel
Located in Gresham, OR
1970s Maison Michel provided hats and turbans for Yves Saint Laurent Christian Dior Givenchy Valentino
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21st Century and Contemporary French Hats

Maison Michel Autumn/Winter Purple Felt Wide Brim Hat w Suede Crown & Feathers
By Maison Michel
Located in Gresham, OR
Christian Dior Givenchy Valentino and Chanel. In the end of the 1980s The Milliner started working on
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21st Century and Contemporary French Hats

2005 Maison Michel Aqua Straw Wide Brim Hat w Extravagant Feather & Floral Trim
By Maison Michel
Located in Gresham, OR
Laurent Christian Dior Givenchy Valentino and Chanel. In the end of the 1980s The Milliner started
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21st Century and Contemporary French Hats

Maison Michel Spring/Summer Black Straw Wide Brim Hat w Horsehair Edge & Florals
By Maison Michel
Located in Gresham, OR
Claudine. In the 1970s Maison Michel provided hats and turbans for Yves Saint Laurent Christian Dior
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21st Century and Contemporary French Hats

Maison Michel Black Large Brimmed Felt High Crown Hat w Studs & Camellia Flowers
By Maison Michel
Located in Gresham, OR
Laurent Christian Dior Givenchy Valentino and Chanel. In the end of the 1980s The Milliner started
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21st Century and Contemporary French Hats

Maison Michel Scarlet Red Wool Felt Wide Brim Hat w Fringe Flower & Leaves
By Maison Michel
Located in Gresham, OR
Saint Laurent Christian Dior Givenchy Valentino and Chanel. In the end of the 1980s The Milliner
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21st Century and Contemporary French Hats

Maison Michel Spring/Summer Sheer White Striped Straw Wide Brim Hat w Florals
By Maison Michel
Located in Gresham, OR
Yves Saint Laurent Christian Dior Givenchy Valentino and Chanel. In the end of the 1980s The Milliner
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21st Century and Contemporary French Hats

Maison Gripoix Vintage Faux Turquoise and White Dangling Earrings Circa 1980s
By Maison Gripoix
Located in New York, NY
Cristobal Balenciaga, Pierre Balmain and Christian Dior to Yves Saint Laurent; and later for Christian
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Vintage 1980s French Modern Drop Earrings

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Mixed Metal

Maison Gripoix Vintage Faux Turquoise and White Dangling Earrings Circa 1980s
Maison Gripoix Vintage Faux Turquoise and White Dangling Earrings Circa 1980s
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H 2.5 in W 1.75 in D 0.25 in Dm 1.75 in L 2.5 in
Vintage Maison Gripoix Faux Turquoise and White Dangling Earrings Circa 1980s
By Maison Gripoix
Located in New York, NY
Balmain and Christian Dior to Yves Saint Laurent; and later for Christian Lacroix and Marc Jacobs. However
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Vintage 1980s French Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Mixed Metal

Vintage Maison Gripoix Faux Turquoise and White Dangling Earrings Circa 1980s
Vintage Maison Gripoix Faux Turquoise and White Dangling Earrings Circa 1980s
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H 2.75 in W 1.5 in D 0.25 in Dm 1.5 in L 2.75 in
Maison Gripoix Vintage Blue, Green and Red Dangling Earrings Circa 1980s
By Maison Gripoix
Located in New York, NY
designers: from Cristobal Balenciaga, Pierre Balmain and Christian Dior to Yves Saint Laurent; and later for
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Vintage 1980s French Modern Drop Earrings

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Mixed Metal

Maison Gripoix Vintage Blue, Green and Red Dangling Earrings Circa 1980s
Maison Gripoix Vintage Blue, Green and Red Dangling Earrings Circa 1980s
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H 3 in W 2 in D 0.1 in Dm 2 in L 3 in
Maison Michel Cardinal Red Sheer Straw Wide Brim Tall Crown Hat w Satin Bows
By Maison Michel
Located in Gresham, OR
and turbans for Yves Saint Laurent Christian Dior Givenchy Valentino and Chanel. In the end of the
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21st Century and Contemporary French Hats

Maison Michel Spring/Summer Custom Made Black Straw Wide Brim Hat w Huge Feather
By Maison Michel
Located in Gresham, OR
Maison Michel provided hats and turbans for Yves Saint Laurent Christian Dior Givenchy Valentino and
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21st Century and Contemporary French Hats

Maison Gripoix Vintage Blue and Light Blue Flower Dangling Earrings Circa 1980s
By Maison Gripoix
Located in New York, NY
Balmain and Christian Dior to Yves Saint Laurent; and later for Christian Lacroix and Marc Jacobs. However
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Vintage 1980s French Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Mixed Metal

Maison Gripoix Vintage Blue and Light Blue Flower Dangling Earrings Circa 1980s
Maison Gripoix Vintage Blue and Light Blue Flower Dangling Earrings Circa 1980s
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H 3.75 in W 1 in D 0.25 in Dm 1 in L 3.75 in
Christian Dior Haute Couture Paris, woman with feather hat
By Gérard Uféras
Located in Vienna, AT
. His artworks are part of important collections such as the Maison Européenne de la Photographie in
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Early 2000s Contemporary Black and White Photography

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Archival Pigment

Christian Dior Pret a Porter automne hiver 2000/2001, Paris
By Gérard Uféras
Located in Vienna, AT
such as the Maison Européenne de la Photographie in Paris, the Union Centrale des Arts Décoratifs, the
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Photography

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Silver Gelatin

Christian Dior Paris - model backstage with black gloves and sheer dress
By Gérard Uféras
Located in Vienna, AT
collections such as the Maison Européenne de la Photographie in Paris, the Union Centrale des Arts Décoratifs
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Black and White Photography

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Archival Pigment

An exquisite handmade Moghul style necklace, Maison Gripoix for Chanel, 1960s.
By Maison Gripoix for Chanel
Located in Greyabbey, County Down
the famous ‘lily of the valley’ brooch for Christian Dior. Working with Lanvin, Poiret at the
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Vintage 1960s French Choker Necklaces

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Gilt Metal

Italian 1970s Serving Round Tray in Indian Yellow Lucite and Faux Tortoiseshell
By Romeo Rega, Christian Dior
Located in Roma, IT
French maison Christian Dior. Made of faux tortoise animated by a splendid color contrast in the center
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Vintage 1970s Italian Mid-Century Modern Tray Tables

Materials

Lucite

Marc Jacobs Safety Pin And Crystal Necklace
By Prada, Marc Jacobs, Maison Martin Margiela, Christian Dior
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful and intricate jewerly piece by Marc Jacobs. This incredible piece of jewerly is created in brass and crystals. The gold tone juxtaposed with the gray-blue crystals in saf...
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Early 2000s American Modern Collectible Jewelry

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Crystal, Brass

John Galliano Cafe Society Print Vintage Pants, Rare Trousers, 1999's
By John Galliano, Christian Dior
Located in North Hollywood, CA
collections not only at his eponymous label but also for Givenchy and Christian Dior. From his embroidered
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Late 20th Century French Pants

Yiqing Yin Poiret Designer Sexy Siren V Neck Hankerchief Hem Evening Dress New!
By Yiquing Yin, Christian Dior
Located in Los Angeles, CA
sophisticated construction. With the relaunch of the prestigious Maison Poiret, Yin is newly creative director
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21st Century and Contemporary Evening Dresses

Rare Chanel Brooch, 1994 Spring, Robert Goossens & Maison Gripoix, Lagerfeld
By Chanel, Robert Goossens
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
, Cristóbal Balenciaga, Yves Saint Laurent, Madame Grès, Christian Dior and others. Design Aesthetic
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1990s French Gothic Revival Collectible Jewelry

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Gold Plate

Vintage Gripoix Translucent Pate De Verre Earrings Circa 1980s
By Maison Gripoix
Located in New York, NY
Balmain and Christian Dior to Yves Saint Laurent; and later for Christian Lacroix and Marc Jacobs. However
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Vintage 1980s French Modern Drop Earrings

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Mixed Metal

Vintage Gripoix Translucent Pate De Verre Earrings Circa 1980s
Vintage Gripoix Translucent Pate De Verre Earrings Circa 1980s
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H 2.5 in W 1 in D 0.1 in Dm 1 in L 2.5 in
ChristainDior Galliano 2001 MadeInFrance LaceNetCorset Black HalterBustier Boxed
By John Galliano, Christian Dior Haute Couture
Located in Chicago, IL
While John Galliano was creating haute-couture in Paris for French Maison Christian Dior as its
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Early 2000s French Corsets

Robert Goossens Rosebush Wall Mirror, Maison De Chanel, 24K Gilded Bronze, Paris
By Robert Goossens, Chanel
Located in Brooklyn, NY
), Madame Grès, Christian Dior, Hubert de Givenchy, Christian Lacroix. In 2005, the Goossens ateliers was
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Mid-20th Century French Hollywood Regency Wall Mirrors

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Brass, Bronze

Set of Six Original Maison Balmain Gouaches from the 1970-1980 Collection
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Washington, DC
through the brand Christian Dior. A family friend, Gertrude Stein wrote a commemorative piece on Balmain
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20th Century French Paintings

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Plexiglass, Wood, Paint

3 Ceramics Torque Necklace by Yves Saint Laurent
By Maison Goossens for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in London, England
Chanel, Cristóbal Balenciaga, Yves Saint Laurent, Madame Grès, Christian Dior and others.
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Vintage 1980s French Artist Choker Necklaces

Materials

22k Gold, Brass, Gilt Metal

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Questions About Christian Dior Maison
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Christian Dior, born in Granville, France in 1905, was one of the most influential fashion designers of the 20th century. His “New Look,” which featured a sensuous silhouette complete with rounded shoulders, a cinched waist and a full skirt, revived extravagance in women’s fashion after the poverty of World War II. Find an opulent collection of Dior pieces from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 19, 2024
    Yes, Christian Dior and Dior are the same. The French couturier Christian Dior founded his eponymous house in 1946. The brand is commonly known as simply Dior.

    After seven years as an art dealer in Paris, the Granville-born Dior retrained as a fashion illustrator, eventually landing a job as a fashion designer for Robert Piguet, and in 1941, following a year of military service, he joined the house of Lucien Lelong. Just five years later, with the backing of industrialist Marcel Boussac, the ascendant Dior established his own fashion house, at 30 avenue Montaigne in Paris.

    Dior's New Look — the silhouette introduced by the couturier with his first namesake collection in 1947 — featured gowns characterized by soft, rounded shoulders; a prominent bust; waspish waistlines; and long, voluminous skirts. Dior’s work definitively declared that opulence was in, and his return to a “pretty,” highly feminized style was a direct reaction to years of wartime austerity. 

    Find 1950s Dior dresses, bags and accessories on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Christian Dior is famous for his eponymous fashion house. Dior's style is characterized by its elegant, yet conservative pieces, a range of which can be found on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Christian Dior was influenced by his years working as an art dealer and fashion illustrator before finally opening a fashion house of his own. He was initially interested in art and architecture. Prior to his work in fashion design, Dior ran an art gallery with a friend, where he showed the work of Max Ernst, Picasso, Joan Miró and others. In 1946, Dior opened his fashion house and strove to deliver bright fashions for a new era, discarding the sexless utilitarian garbs that had been forced upon people during the war. Three very talented women who worked in Dior’s studio — Madame Raymonde Zehnacker, Marguerite Carré and Mitzah Bricard — are also said to have inspired him. Shop iconic vintage and contemporary Dior clothing on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Christian Dior is so famous because he helped to set women's fashion trends of the 1940s and 50s. His designs marked a departure from the simpler looks popular during World War II, with feminine details like longer hemlines, fuller skirts and cinched waists. On 1stDibs, find a variety of Christian Dior apparel and accessories.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 13, 2024
    When Christian Dior died, Yves Saint Laurent took over the French fashion house in accordance with Dior's wishes. Saint Laurent had joined Christian Dior's atelier two years earlier, at the age of 19. He remained the creative director until 1960, following his conscription into the French military and a prolonged illness. In 1962, Saint Laurent established his own eponymous fashion house in Paris. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of Christian Dior apparel, bags and accessories.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 19, 2024
    The fabrics Christian Dior used included cotton, wool and silk. And, in the late 1940s, in an era of rationing materials and wartime austerity, the legendary couturier’s New Look collection definitively declared that opulence, luxury and femininity were in.

    Dior’s debut Spring/Summer haute couture collection, christened “The New Look” by the fashion press in 1947 owing to its novelty, is characterized by soft, rounded shoulders; a prominent bust; waspish waistlines; and long, voluminous skirts. His return to a “pretty,” highly feminized style was a reaction to the miserable years of war, and this cinched-waist, ladylike ideal quickly became the predominant silhouette of the 1950s.

    Dior’s skirts could have 40-meter-circumference hems, and outfits could weigh up to 60 pounds. They were cut and shaped like architecture, on strong foundations that molded women and “freed them from nature,” Dior said. Buyers paid to attend his official fashion shows, and his models demurely strolled through a salon in the maison, its interiors bedecked with moldings, sconces and gilt-edged mirrors.

    Dior introduced lavish hourglass ball gowns and evening dresses while his Bar Suit comprised an ivory silk-shantung jacket with soft shoulders, nipped waist and padded hips over a voluminous black wool skirt. Rather than rationing, Dior’s ladies wanted reams of fabric and 19-inch waists enforced by wire corsets, and the fashion world concurred.

    Find 1950s Dior dresses and other vintage clothing on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Some Christian Dior products are made in Germany. The German designers, Henkel and Grossé, were active in the 1950s and onwards. Their designs can be recognized by a “Made in Germany” stamp. Shop a collection of vintage and new Christian Dior bags, clothing and accessories from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024
    Yes, Christian Dior makes jewelry. The French luxury fashion house offers many fine jewelry pieces, including earrings, necklaces, bracelets and wedding and engagement rings. In addition, Dior has a line of more economically priced fashion jewelry. Shop a range of Christian Dior jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    After seven years as an art dealer, Christian Dior retrained as a fashion illustrator, eventually landing a job as a fashion designer for French fashion designer Robert Piguet. In 1941, following a year of military service, Dior joined the fashion house of Lucien Lelong. Five years later, he was able to open a fashion house of his own at 30 Avenue Montaigne in Paris. At 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of vintage and modern Christian Dior clothing and accessories from some of the world’s top boutiques.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Christian Dior used natural fabrics in his designs. The most common ones were cotton, silk and wool. Most of the fabrics came from Europe. You'll find a variety of vintage Christian Dior apparel from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Christian Dior apparel and accessories are made in a number of locations. Shoes and ready-to-wear apparel come from factories in France and Italy, while workshops in Switzerland manufacture watches. Parisian ateliers produce all of the French luxury fashion house's jewelry. Sunglasses and scarves originate from Italian artisans. Shop a selection of Christian Dior apparel and accessories on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 29, 2024
    No, Dior does not make nightgowns. A number of the French luxury brand’s vintage nightgowns can be found online from a variety of platforms, and while Dior garments are among fashion’s most collectible items, treasure hunters may be able to track down Dior slip dresses by visiting a favorite reseller’s physical storefront. Find an alluring assortment of vintage Christian Dior slip dresses and other dresses from top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    An authentic Christian Dior scarf is hand-rolled and hand-stitched. The scarf is rolled in towards the logo and hand-stitched so that the material comes from the back to the front. The pattern should be symmetrical with no irregularities. Shop a collection of vintage and contemporary Christian Dior scarves on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Whether or not Christian Dior jewelry is real gold depends on the type in question. Dior often uses genuine 18-karat gold for its fine jewelry pieces. Fashion jewelry is usually not real gold. Instead, the brand applies a gold-tone finish to a base metal. Silver-tone pieces typically feature the same base metal under a layer of palladium. Find a large collection of Christian Dior jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    No, Christian Dior shirts generally do not run small. Most people find that they are true to size. However, some shirts feature a more fitted modern cut. For a looser fit, you may wish to buy one size up. On 1stDibs, find a collection of Christian Dior apparel.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Christian Dior is known for designing a dress style called the New Look in 1947. It had soft rounded shoulders, a fitted waist and a full A-line skirt. It was a dramatic departure from the simpler frocks worn by women during World War II. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Christian Dior apparel.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023
    To tell if a Christian Dior bag is vintage, check for a date code inside. Normally, it appears on a stitched leather tag in the lining. If the date is more than 20 years old, the bag is vintage. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Dior handbags.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    No, authentic Christian Dior scarves are not made in China. Authentic Christian Dior scarves are crafted in Italy and made of premium silk, cashmere and wool. You’ll find a large range of scarf styles, including authentic Christian Dior, from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.