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What does JAR stand for?
In the world of fine jewelry, JAR stands for Joel Arthur Rosenthal, the founder of the acclaimed French brand known for its dazzling, sculptural earrings and other pieces. The New York City-born designer didn’t plan on a career in the jewelry industry. After graduating from Harvard University with a degree in art history and philosophy, he moved to Paris, where he opened a needlepoint shop. His unusual color pairings and imaginative stitchwork drew designers from Hermès and Valentino. Rosenthal was tasked with creating a mount for a gemstone by one of his fashion-industry clients, and he soon moved beyond textile arts and into jewelry. Find JAR earrings, watches and other jewelry on 1stDibs.
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JAR Metropolitan Museum of Art Collection Vintage Watch
By JAR
Located in Greenwich, CT
This JAR designed and collectible vintage watch from the Metropolitan Museum of Art collection is wearable fine art. With a orange silicone watch strap, a champagne colored face, an...
Category

2010s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

JAR Metropolitan Museum of Art Collection Vintage Black White Watch
By JAR
Located in Greenwich, CT
This JAR designed and collectible vintage watch from the Metropolitan Museum of Art collection is wearable fine art. With a chic black silicone watch strap, a silver face, and a cle...
Category

2010s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

JAR PARIS Purple Valerie Clips On Earrings In 18Kt Gold and Aluminum
By JAR
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of clips-on earrings designed by JAR Paris. These are a splendid pair of clips-on earrings, created in Paris France by the iconic luxury jewelry designer Joel Arthur Rosenthal known as JAR Paris. The fabulous earring has been crafted in purple anodized aluminum and 18 karats yellow gold. They are designed in three dimensional shapes and are fitted at the reverse with concealed French omega backs for fastening clips. The backs are for non pierced ears. May be positioned several ways both in front of and crossing front and back of the lobe. Dramatic look and very Chic. Collection: "Large Valerie". The Style These sculptural earrings, was in fact first created by JAR in very limited editions. This style has grown in popularity since then due to the fact they are easy to wear while exhibiting the designer's love for flowers and nature. These earrings are certainly worthy of their iconic status in the world of jewelry design. As an interesting note, at the 2002 exhibition 400 of his works were displayed in near darkness, with visitors using torches to view and take in each item one at a time. Weight: 28.95 Grams, (18.56 Dwt). Measurements: 58 mm by 46 mm by 20 mm (2.28 x 1.81 x 0.79 Inches). Period: Contemporary. Date: 2010- Hallmarks: They are both stamped with French marks; the maker's mark, the mark for the assay of the 18kt gold and signed by the designer, "JAR PARIS". JAR Joel Arthur Rosenthal, most commonly known as JAR, is one of the most renowned contemporary jewelry designers of the 21st century. He born in New York in 1943, he graduated from Harvard University in 1966, then moved to Paris where he met his life and business partner Pierre Jeannet...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modernist Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

JAR Large White Gardenia Earrings
By JAR
Located in New York City, NY
Fine and scarce "Gardenia" earrings by JAR, Joel Arthur Rosenthal. Made of white resin and featuring "omega" earring backs in 18k gold. These are made in limited edition. Pouch is in...
Category

Late 20th Century Clip-on Earrings

Materials

18k Gold

JAR PARIS Golden Geranium Clips On Earrings In 18Kt Gold and Aluminum
By JAR
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of clips-on earrings designed by JAR Paris. These are a splendid pair of clips-on earrings, created in Paris France by the iconic luxury jewelry designer Joel Arthur Rosenthal ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modernist Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

JAR PARIS Golden Clips On Earrings In 18Kt Yellow Gold and Aluminum
By JAR
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of clips-on earrings designed by JAR Paris. These are a splendid pair of clips-on earrings, created in Paris France by the iconic luxury jewelry designer Joel Arthur Rosenthal known as JAR Paris. The fabulous earring has been crafted in golden aluminum and 18 karats yellow gold. They are designed with free forms tulips shapes and are fitted at the reverse with concealed French omega backs for fastening clips. The backs are for non pierced ears. Collection: "Free forms tulips". The Style These sculptural earrings, was in fact first created by JAR in very limited editions. This style has grown in popularity since then due to the fact they are easy to wear while exhibiting the designer's love for flowers and nature. These earrings are certainly worthy of their iconic status in the world of jewelry design. As an interesting note, at the 2002 exhibition 400 of his works were displayed in near darkness, with visitors using torches to view and take in each item one at a time. Weight: 42.70 Grams, (27.38 Dwt). Measurements: 35 mm by 47 mm by 53 mm (1.38 x 1.85 x 2.09 Inches). Period: Contemporary. Date: 2010- Hallmarks: They are both stamped with French marks; the maker's mark, the mark for the assay of the 18kt gold and signed by the designer, "JAR PARIS". JAR Joel Arthur Rosenthal, most commonly known as JAR, is one of the most renowned contemporary jewelry designers of the 21st century. He born in New York in 1943, he graduated from Harvard University in 1966, then moved to Paris where he met his life and business partner Pierre Jeannet...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modernist Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

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