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Rafael Contreras Alhambra Architectural Model Plaque
By Rafael Contreras
Located in New York, NY
Rafael Contreras (Spanish, 1824 - 1890) Alhambra Architectural Model Plaque, 19th century.
A
Category
Antique 19th Century Spanish Islamic Architectural Models
Materials
Gesso
Rafael Contreras, A Large Spanish Alhambra Architectural Model Plaque
By Rafael Contreras
Located in New York, NY
Rafael Contreras, A Large Spanish Alhambra Architectural Model Plaque.
Late 19th century
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Spanish Islamic Models and Miniatures
Materials
Gesso
Van Cleef & Arpels 1 Motif Vintage Alhambra Onyx Necklace In 18k Yellow Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Miami, FL
Designer: Van Cleef & Arpels
Collection:Alhambra
Model: Single Motif
Style: Pendant Necklace
Category
2010s French Modern Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Onyx, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Lucky Alhambra Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
Cleef & Arpels
Gender: Women
Line: Alhambra
Model: VCARD99500
Gemstone: Mother of pearl
Material: Yellow
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra 30mm 18K Yellow Gold Diamond MOP Watch VCARF52800
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Brand and Model Information:
Brand: Van Cleef & Arpels
Model: Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra
Model Number
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Yellow Gold
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H 0.24 in W 1.19 in Dm 1.19 in
A Large Spanish Alhambra Architectural Model Plaque
Located in New York, NY
Rafael Contreras, A Large Spanish Alhambra Architectural Model Plaque.
Late 19th century
Category
19th Century Mixed Media
Materials
Plaster
Architectural Model Box of the Alhambra Palace, with Key
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Architectural Model Box of the Alhambra Palace, with Key
Handcrafted in Granada, Spain, Circa 1960s
Category
20th Century Spanish Moorish Decorative Boxes
Materials
Brass
"Alhambra Facade Model Plaque", Early 20th Century Polychromed Stucco Plaque
Located in Madrid, ES
UNKNOWN ARTIST
Spanish, Early 20th Century
ALHAMBRA FACADE MODEL PLAQUE
polychromed stucco plaque
Category
1920s Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Gesso
H 11.03 in W 7.01 in D 1.19 in
"Alhambra Facade Model", Early 20th Century Polychromed Stucco Plaque by R. Rus
By Rafael Rus Acosta
Located in Madrid, ES
RAFAEL RUS ACOSTA
Spanish, Early 20th Century
ALHAMBRA FACADE MODEL PLAQUE
signed "Rafael Rus
Category
1920s Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Gesso
H 12.6 in W 9.26 in D 1.19 in
"Alhambra Facade Model", Early 20th Century Polychromed Stucco Plaque by R. Rus
By Rafael Rus Acosta
Located in Madrid, ES
RAFAEL RUS ACOSTA
Spanish, Early 20th Century
ALHAMBRA FACADE MODEL PLAQUE
signed "Rafael Rus
Category
1920s Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Ceramic, Gesso
H 14.38 in W 9.85 in D 1.19 in
William de morgan - MASSIVE ALHAMBRA VASE C.1898
By William De Morgan
Located in Stourbridge, GB
and as such is a rare model. It is decorated in Alhambra form with obvious Persian influences to the
Category
Antique 19th Century European Arts and Crafts Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Guilloche 18k Yellow Gold Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Miami, FL
Brand: Van Cleef & Arpels
Model: Vintage Alhambra
Metal: 18k Yellow Gold
Motif: 5 motifs with
Category
2010s French Chain Bracelets
Materials
Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Diamond White Gold Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
/ €14 900 Including taxes
Model VCARA44600
Serial Number JExxxxx
Stones Diamond
Condition Excellent
Category
2010s French Stud Earrings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Guilloché 2020 Limited Edition Alhambra Pendant
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2281
Comes With Full Set (Box + Card)
Date 2020
Model ARP6L800
Serial Number JA******
Stones
Category
2010s French Pendant Necklaces
Materials
White Gold
Vintage Alhambra bracelet, 5 motifs Full set, box, pouch VCARA41800
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Addlestone, GB
collection, the Alhambra is a symbol of luck, with a border of golden beads.
signed: VCA
Engraved:
18ct
Category
2010s French Contemporary Link Bracelets
Materials
Pearl, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Yellow Gold Onyx Pure Alhambra Pendant Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
/3900 € Inc taxes
Model Pure Alhambra
Serial Number JExxxxx
Metal 18k Yellow Gold
Stones Onyx
Weight 8.6
Category
2010s French Chain Necklaces
Materials
Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Pair of "Alhambra-Fakatmodels", Polychromed Stucco Plaque, by Rafael Rus
By Rafael Rus
Located in Walkertshofen, BY
A pair of Alhambra facade model Plates in beautiful Arabic style frame. Signed "Rafael Rus Acosta
Category
Early 20th Century Spanish Islamic Decorative Art
Materials
Stucco, Wood
H 13.39 in W 10.24 in D 1.58 in
Exceptional and Rare Islamic Alhambra Bronze and Enameled Glass Chandelier
Located in New York, NY
An exceptional and rare Islamic Alhambra bronze and enameled glass six-light mosque chandelier
Category
Antique 19th Century French Islamic Chandeliers and Pendants
Materials
Bronze
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Guilloché 18K yellow gold Earring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2241
Comes With Pouch Only
Date 2019
RRP £5100 Inc taxes / $ 5400 / 5800 € Inc taxes
Model
Category
2010s French Stud Earrings
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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W 5.91 in Dm 0.6 in
Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Rose Gold Hammered Sweet Alhambra Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2340
Comes With Box Only
Date 2016
Model VCARO8DC00
Serial Number JExxxxx
Metal 18k Rose
Category
2010s French Chain Bracelets
Materials
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Chalcedony 18K White Gold Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
€ Inc taxes
Model VCARD34700
Serial Number JE******
Metal 18k White Gold
Stones Chalcedony
Weight 12.4 g
Category
2010s French Chain Bracelets
Materials
Chalcedony, 18k Gold, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra White Gold Turquoise Pendant Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
/ €3600 Including taxes
Model ARB87000
Serial Number JB******
Metal 18k White Gold
Stones Turquoise
Weight
Category
2010s French Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
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Dm 0.6 in L 16.54 in
Van Cleef and Arpels VCA Perlee Alhambra Gold Diamonds Full set
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in PARIS, FR
Van Cleef & Arpels Perlée Trèfles (or Alhambra) bracelet, medium model, in yellow gold and diamonds
Category
2010s French Bangles
Materials
Diamond, Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Diamond Necklace in 18K White Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
Gender: Men,Women
Model: Vintage Alhambra 2022 Holiday Limited Edition
Gemstone: Diamond
Material: White
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Materials
White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Guilloche Carnelian 5 Motifs Gold Vintage Alhambra Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Aventura, FL
Faithful to the very first Alhambra jewel created in 1968, the Vintage Alhambra creations by Van
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Modern Bracelets
Materials
Carnelian, Gold, Rose Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Sweet Alhambra Carnelian 18k Rose Gold Earstuds
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
Model VCARN6BO00
Serial Number JE******
Metal 18k Rose Gold
Stones Carnelian
Weight 2.4 g
Condition
Category
2010s French Stud Earrings
Materials
Carnelian, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Chalcedony White Gold Vintage Alhambra Pendant Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
taxes / €3600 Including taxes
Model VCARD34900
Serial Number JA****
Metal 18k White Gold
Stones
Category
2010s French Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Chalcedony, 18k Gold, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 18K White Gold 0.96ct Diamond Vintage Alhambra Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Aventura, FL
to VVS.
Details:
Brand: Van Cleef & Arpels
Model: VCARA44600
Style: Vintage Alhambra Earrings
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Stud Earrings
Materials
Diamond, White Gold
"Alhambra-Fakatmodell", Polychromed Stucco Plaque by R. Rus, Early 20th Century
By Rafael Rus
Located in Walkertshofen, BY
20th century.
RAFAEL RUS ACOSTA attr. ca. 1925
Model plate for the facade of the alhambra in a very
Category
Early 20th Century Spanish Islamic Decorative Art
Materials
Stucco, Wood
H 17.72 in W 13.39 in D 1.58 in
Van Cleef & Arpels Pure Alhambra Onyx Yellow Gold Stud Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
& Arpels
Model VCARB14000
Date Circa 2019
Category
2010s French Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra Sliver Obsidian Rose Gold 2023 Pendant Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2341
Comes With Full Set (Box + Card)
Date 2023
Model ARP9T000
Serial Number JD******
Metal
Category
2010s French Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Guilloché 18K yellow gold Pendant Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
Model ARP4KL00
Serial Number JBxxxxx
Metal 18k Yellow Gold
Weight 6.5 g
Width 15 mm
Condition Excellent
Category
2010s French Pendant Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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L 16.54 in
Van Cleef & Arpels Guilloché Alhambra 18k Yellow Gold Ring Size 54
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
/ $ 3,700 Excl taxes
Model VCARP6I300
Serial Number JC******
Metal 18k Yellow Gold
Weight 8.2 g
Ring Size 54
Category
2010s French Fashion Rings
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Grey Mother of Pearl Pendant Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
/ 3,200 € Inc taxes
Model ARP4KK00
Serial Number JA******
Metal 18k Rose Gold
Weight 5.4 g
Length 42 cm
Category
2010s French Pendant Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Rose Hammered Gold Vintage Alhambra 18K Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
€ Inc taxes
Model VCARN9T400
Serial Number JE******
Metal 18k Rose Gold
Weight 9.6 g
Condition Excellent
Category
2010s French Stud Earrings
Materials
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Magic Alhambra Malachite 3 Motifs Yellow Gold Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
€ Inc taxes
Model VCARO2AG00
Serial Number JE****
Metal 18k Yellow Gold
Stones Malachite
Weight 19.2 g
Category
2010s French Clip-on Earrings
Materials
Malachite, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra White Gold Diamond Paved Pendant Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
taxes
Model ARA46100
Serial Number JE******
Metal 18k White Gold
Stones Diamond
Weight 5.9 g
Length 42
Category
2010s French Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
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L 16.54 in
Van Cleef & Arpels Magic Alhambra Malachite Yellow Gold Pendant Long Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
taxes
Model ARO3MG00
Serial Number JE******
Metal 18k Yellow Gold
Stones Malachite
Weight 17 g
Length 42
Category
2010s French Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Malachite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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L 35.04 in
Van Cleef Alhambra 2015 Holiday Diamond Pink Sèvres Porcelain Pendant Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
(Box + Card)
Date 2015
Model VCARO5SY00
Serial Number JE******
Metal 18k Rose Gold
Stones Diamond
Category
2010s French Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
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L 16.54 in
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Onyx Bracelet in 18k Yellow Gold Full Set
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Miami, FL
Brand: Van Cleef & Arpels
Model: Vintage Alhambra Bracelet
Stone: Onyx
Metal: 18k Yellow Gold
Category
2010s French Charm Bracelets
Materials
Onyx, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Rose Gold Diamond Charm Alhambra Round Dial Ladies Watch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
case, accented by a rotating diamond set 'Alhambra' motif charm to a satin strap and diamond set pin
Category
20th Century Modern Wrist Watches
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Van Cleef Arpels Alhambra Necklace 20 motifs 18K yellow gold mother-of-pear
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Geneva, CH
Van Cleef and Arpels Vintage Alhambra long necklace, 20 motifs, 18K yellow gold, white mother-of
Category
21st Century and Contemporary European Multi-Strand Necklaces
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Rose Gold Diamond Hammered Ring Size 53
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2432
Comes With Full Set (Pouch + Card)
Date 2011
Model ARN9ZT53
Serial Number JB
Category
2010s French Band Rings
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Mother of Pearl 18K Yellow Gold Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
taxes
Model ARA41800
Serial Number JB******
Metal 18k Yellow Gold
Stones Mother of Pearl
Weight 11.7 g
Category
2010s French Chain Bracelets
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Dm 7.49 in L 7.09 in
Van Cleef & Arpels Magic Alhambra Long Mother of Pearl Yellow Gold Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU CT-2355
Comes With Pouch Only
Date 2014
Model VCARD78800
Serial Number JE******
Metal 18k
Category
2010s French Clip-on Earrings
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Onyx Rose Gold 2016 Holiday Pendant Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2290
Comes With Pouch Only
Date 2016
Model ARO97I00
Serial Number JE******
Metal 18k Rose
Category
2010s French Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
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L 16.54 in
Van Cleef & Arpels Sweet Alhambra Mother-of-Pearl 18K White Gold Earstuds
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
Excl taxes
Model VCARG12000
Serial Number JB******
Metal 18k White Gold
Stones Mother of Pearl
Weight
Category
2010s French Stud Earrings
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Yellow Gold Blue Agate Vintage Alhambra 10 Motif Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-2294
Comes With Box Only
Date 2019
RRP £9,000 Inc taxes / $ 9,550 / 10,500€ Inc taxes
Model
Category
2010s French Pendant Necklaces
Materials
Agate, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra 20 Motifs Black Onyx Necklace Box Papers COA
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in San Diego, CA
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Vintage Alhambra 20 Motifs Necklace
Style: Necklace
Ref. number: VCARA43100
Category
2010s Rope Necklaces
Materials
Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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L 33.86 in
2 Van Cleef & Arpels 18Kt Yellow Gold Vintage Alhambra Necklaces Mother of Pearl
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Stamford, CT
2 Van Cleef & Arpels 18Kt Yellow Gold Vintage Alhambra 10 Motif Necklaces. Each Mother of Pearl
Category
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Chain Necklaces
Materials
Pearl, 18k Gold
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L 16 in
Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra Talisman 18k Rose Gold MOP Dial Ladies Watch H45534
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Cleef & Arpels
Model: Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra Talisman
Model Number: H45534
Type and Style:
Type
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches
Materials
Rose Gold
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H 1.58 in W 1.58 in Dm 0.24 in
Van Cleef & Arpels Magic Alhambra Rose Gold Grey Mother of Pearl Long Pendant Ne
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
/ 7,000 € Inc taxes
Model ARP6I200
Serial Number JD******
Metal 18k Rose Gold
Stones Mother of Pearl
Category
2010s French Pendant Necklaces
Materials
18k Gold, Rose Gold
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Dm 0.99 in L 35.44 in
19th Century Moorish Revival Bronze Architectural Model Panel
Located in Forney, TX
A scarce antique Moorish architectural model thin bronze plaque from the late 19th century.
This
Category
Antique 19th Century Moorish Architectural Elements
Materials
Bronze
Polychrome Spanish Stucco Plaquette by R. Rus, Early 20th Century
By Rafael Rus
Located in Walkertshofen, BY
.
RAFAEL RUS ACOSTA Spanish, early 20th century ALHAMBRA FACADE MODEL PLATE signed "Rafael Rus Acosta
Category
Early 20th Century Spanish Islamic Decorative Art
Materials
Stucco, Wood
19th century oil painting from Eugène Henri Millet 5
Located in BORDEAUX, FR
the artist from whom the Vieillard factory asked for the splendid models of the service of the large
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Paintings
Materials
Mahogany
Arts & Crafts Walnut Table Designed by Philip Webb
By Philip Webb
Located in Petworth, GB
through tenon detail and chamfered top edge.
Designed by Philip Webb
Circa 1875
The model for this table
Category
Antique 1870s English Arts and Crafts Dining Room Tables
Materials
Walnut
Monumental French Sculpture of a Female Figure with Table by Louis Hottot
By Louis Hottot
Located in London, GB
(French, 1829-1905), this beautiful Orientalist sculpture is modelled as a full length female figure
Category
Antique Late 19th Century French Figurative Sculptures
Materials
Spelter
H 57.09 in W 20.08 in D 22.45 in
"SUNSET ON THE OLD STAGE TRAIL" STAGECOACH SCENE. CALIFORNIA / ARIZONA VIBRANT
By Marjorie Reed
Located in San Antonio, TX
crossing on the Colorado River. In her Model-T Ford with her Alaskan Husky dog, she, based in Los Angeles
Category
20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
"HAPPY STAGING" STAGECOACH FRAMED 18.5 X 22.5
By Marjorie Reed
Located in San Antonio, TX
her Model-T Ford with her Alaskan Husky dog, she, based in Los Angeles from the late 1930s to late
Category
20th Century Impressionist Landscape Paintings
Materials
Oil
Théodore Deck (1823-1891) Faience Paneled Fourteen-Tile Rectangular Wall Plaqu
By Theodore Deck
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
. This apprenticeship did not prevent him from spending his free time draw-ing or modeling clay in the
Category
Antique 1870s French Japonisme Decorative Art
Materials
Faience, Wood
H 19.3 in W 59.06 in D 1.97 in
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Alhambra Models For Sale on 1stDibs
On 1stDibs, there are many options to choose from in our inventory of alhambra models. All of the items for sale were constructed with extraordinary care, often using gold, 18k gold and yellow gold. Our selection of items includes 11 vintage examples as well as 792 contemporary versions. Our collection, which features older pieces for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century, has proven very popular over the years. There are many different pieces in our collection of alhambra models to choose from, but modern and contemporary alhambra models are of considerable interest. Many pieces in our collection are stylish for most occasions, but onyx versions, from our inventory of 105, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. A selection of uncut, round cut and brilliant cut can be found today on these pages. When shopping our range of alhambra models, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for men today than there are for women.
How Much are Alhambra Models?
On average, alhambra models at 1stDibs sell for $5,071, while they’re typically $638 on the low end and $78,500 for the highest priced versions of this item.
Van Cleef & Arpels for sale on 1stDibs
One of the world’s foremost jewelry houses, Van Cleef & Arpels is particularly noted for a focus on technical virtuosity, craftsmanship and artistry, evident since its beginning. Rather than create earrings, bracelets, necklaces and other adornments primarily for the aim of displaying of wealth and opulence, Van Cleef & Arpels sought to produce jewelry that projected the wearer’s taste and style.
The company was formed a year after the 1895 marriage of Alfred Van Cleef, the son of a gem cutter, to Estelle Arpels, daughter of precious-stones dealer Salomon Arpel. Ten years later, Van Cleef & Arpels opened its first boutique on the Place Vendôme in Paris, setting the march on a square now crowded with dealers in bijouterie. (The company still occupies the New York flagship store opened in 1939 at Fifth Avenue and 57th Street.)
Born from a union of expertise in both jewelry making and gem selection, Van Cleef & Arpels distinguished itself with both the consistency of the color and clarity of its stones and the creativity of its designs. In doing so, the house would win a roster of dedicated, fashion-conscious clients that included the Duchess of Windsor, Marlene Dietrich, Barbara Hutton, Jacqueline Onassis and Elizabeth Taylor. In 1933, Van Cleef & Arpels patented its trademark Mystery Setting — a technique by which gems are fitted into an intricate matrix of slots and “drawers” that keep the setting hidden. Another signal innovation was the Zip necklace, introduced in 1951, which can be worn either around the neck or, with the zipper closed, as a bracelet.
But as much as to the firm’s craftsmanship, clients have been drawn by the insouciance and playfulness of Van Cleef & Arpels designers, as well as their attunement to the cultural climate. After the discovery of Tutankhamun’s tomb in 1922, the company produced several lavish pieces featuring hieroglyphics and other Egyptian motifs to go along with the geometric Art Deco jewelry of that decade and the next. Following World War II, as symbols of freedom and rebirth, the firm focused on naturalistic forms such as birds, flowers, fruit and flying insects. High society’s 1960s fascination with the Near East and India prompted such pieces as the best-selling Alhambra necklace, popularized by Princess Grace.
Lately, attention among collectors and connoisseurs has centered on Van Cleef & Arpels’s quality of workmanship as much as its glamour. The firm was the subject of a 2012 show at the Cooper-Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum, as well as exhibitions at the Bowers Museum in Santa Ana, California, in 2013 and at the Musée des Arts Décoratifs in Paris in 2014.
Find an exquisite collection of Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry on 1stDibs.
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Perlee Bangle
Van Cleef Trefle
Van Cleef Perlee Medium
Vca Perlee
Van Cleef Arpels Vintage Turquoise Alhambra Pendant Necklace
Jc Ring
Van Cleef Bracelet Invisible