Capt. Cook Aiming His Gun Near Islands of the New Hebrides, Vanuatu, 1803
Located in Langweer, NL
Published by Honkoop, Allart en Van Cleef.
Early 1800s Used Van Cleef
Paper
Capt. Cook Aiming His Gun Near Islands of the New Hebrides, Vanuatu, 1803
Located in Langweer, NL
Published by Honkoop, Allart en Van Cleef.
Paper
Jean Vitau Open Alhambra Gold Necklace
By Jean Vitau
Located in Bethesda, MD
The Open Alhambra Necklace was originally designed by Jean Vitau for Van Cleef & Arpels. He later made the exact necklace for other fine jewelry houses.
18k Gold, Gold
Vintage Pennino Art Deco Bracelet with Marquise & Round Stones, 1960s
By Pennino Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
This looks like a very popular design of Van Cleef. It really is stunning. Look at the video photos, don't do this justice!
Mixed Metal
Charles Gold & Co. 18kt Yellow Gold & Diamond 1.34ct Cuff Links/Studs Dress Set
Located in New York, NY
., who also manufactured jewelry for Van Cleef & Arpels. Cuff links, princess cut diamond weight =0.96 carats Four studs, princess cut diamond weight = 0.38 carats Stamped 18 K wi...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Map of the Strait of Le Maire Between Terra Fuego & Staten Island, 1803
Located in Langweer, NL
Published by Honkoop, Allart en Van Cleef.
Paper
Antique Print of Three Whirlwinds and a Ship off the Coast of New Zealand, 1803
Located in Langweer, NL
Published by Honkoop, Allart en Van Cleef. Condition: Good, general age-related toning.
Paper
Pearl & Diamond French Clip Earrings
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
A great vintage jewelry piece, these earrings will pair perfectly with your favorite Van Cleef & Arpels necklace!
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold
Maharaja's Jewels by Katherine Prior & John Adamson (Book)
Located in North Yorkshire, GB
The core of this lavishly photographed book is the encounter between Indian princely magnificence and the best of European Jewellery designers in the 20th century when many of the Ma...
Georges Verger Rose Quartz and Ruby Cuff
Located in New York, NY
Brothers Georges and Henri of Maison Verger Frères were hidden figures producing extraordinary Art Moderne work for the premier jewelers of Paris and New York. Not only did Cartier, ...
Diamond, Quartz, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum, Rose Gold
Antique Map of Cook's Strait in New Zealand, 1803
Located in Langweer, NL
Published by Honkoop, Allart en Van Cleef. Condition: Very good, general age-related toning.
Paper
Vintage Kramer Gold Tone Pave Flower Clip-On Earrings, Circa 1960s
By Kramer
Located in New York, NY
These look like something one of the classic houses, like a Van Cleef or Cartier, would have created years ago.
Mixed Metal
$1,099Sale Price|20% Off
Art Deco Sterling Silver Floral Necklace by Christofle, 2000, France
By Christofle
Located in VALLADOLID, ES
Christofle collaborated extensively with Van Cleef & Arpels, contributing designs to numerous pieces.
Silver
Original Copper Engraved Map of the Bering Strait by Captain Cook, 1803
Located in Langweer, NL
Published by Honkoop, Allart en Van Cleef.
Paper
Antique Map of the Dusky Bay or Dusky Sound of New Zealand by Captain Cook, 1803
Located in Langweer, NL
Published by Honkoop, Allart en Van Cleef. Condition: Very good, general age-related toning.
Paper
Vintage Silver Tone Clip-On Earrings with Blue Stones, 1960s
Located in New York, NY
These appear to have the look of Cartier or Van Cleef pieces from that era. So well made.
Mixed Metal
1942 Alfred Philippe for Trifari Tropical Fantasy Bird Clip Brooch
By Alfred Philippe for Trifari
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Created in 1942, designed by Alfred Philippe, In 1930, after working as a master craftsman for Cartier and Van Cleef and Arples, Philippe became head designer at Trifari where he rem...
Rhodium, Base Metal
$978Sale Price|24% Off
'Atelier, Paris Street Scene' Impressionist oil on board c1930's
Located in Frome, Somerset
Together with Alfred van Cleef's daughter, Renée Rachel Puissant, he took over as head of artistic and creative design at Van Cleef & Arpels in 1926.
Oil
Vintage Pennino Emerald Green and Crystal Flower Earrings Circa 1960s
By Pennino Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
These appear to be Cartier or Van Cleef pieces from that era. So well made.
Mixed Metal
Vintage Kramer Gold Tone Flower Clip-On Earrings, 1970s
By Kramer
Located in New York, NY
These look like something one of the classic houses, like a Van Cleef or Cartier, would have created years ago.
Mixed Metal
Red Garnet and Gold Multi-Strand Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Unique and perfect for every look, this necklace will pair perfectly with your favorite Van Cleef & Arpels or vintage Yves Saint Laurent!
Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold
Vintage Gold Tone Diamante Faux Pearl & Turquoise Earrings, Circa 1960s
Located in New York, NY
Screams of fine, and no one will know except you. Very Cartier, Van Cleef, or Bulgari from the 1960s period. Clip on.
Mixed Metal
Fiore Five Station Diamond Necklace
By Pampillonia
Located in Bethesda, MD
The Fiore motif is taken directly from the original Van Cleef & Arples models. Pampillonia acquired the molds and models from the estate Robert Barre a former shop foreman for VC&A.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Old Drawing or Plan of a Proa of Amsterdam Island, Now Tongatapu, Tonga, 1803
Located in Langweer, NL
Published by Honkoop, Allart en Van Cleef.
Paper
Diamond Platinum Ring With Clusters of Diamonds
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Pair on its own or with your favorite Van Cleef or Cartier pieces.
White Diamond, Diamond, Platinum
The Master Jewelers (Book)
Located in North Yorkshire, GB
Each of the fifteen chapters are written by an expert in their field - the chapters are on: Faberge, Castellani and Giuliano, Hancock, Falize, Boucheron, Tillander, Lalique, Vever, F...
Vintage Kramer Gold Tone Creeper Clip-On Earrings, 1960s
By Kramer
Located in New York, NY
These look like something one of the classic houses, like a Van Cleef or Cartier, would have created years ago.
Mixed Metal
Blue-Sapphire Diamond 18k White Gold Band Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Invisible setting was first introduced by Van Cleef. It is a special technique where stones are set side by side without any metal showing, making them appear to be locked in place.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Print of Karakakooa Bay by Cook, 1803
Located in Langweer, NL
Published by Honkoop, Allart en Van Cleef.
Paper
Original Copper Engraving of the Northeast Coast of Australia, 1803
Located in Langweer, NL
Published by Honkoop, Allart en Van Cleef. Condition: Very good, general age-related toning.
Paper
Leon Mege True Antique French cut diamond eternity wedding band with engraving.
By Leon Mege
Located in New York, NY
Venerable brands like Boucheron, Cartier, Mauboussin, Van Cleef & Arpels have spurred the creative use of rare diamond cuts in modern jewelry.
Diamond, Platinum
Original Chart Showing the Region between Cape Grenville and Cape Suckling, 1803
Located in Langweer, NL
Published by Honkoop, Allart en Van Cleef.
Paper
Clint Eastwood The Good The Bad The Ugly - Original 1966 French Lobby Card
Located in London, GB
Director: Sergio Leone Writers: Luciano VincenzoniSergio LeoneAgenore Incrocci Stars: Clint EastwoodEli WallachLee Van Cleef Framing options available: Black, brown, white solid woo...
Paper, Cardboard
Trifari Alfred Philippe Rhodium Plated Silver Tassel Chain Earrings MidCentury
By Alfred Philippe for Trifari
Located in Chicago, IL
These mid-century platinum-like silver tassel chain drop earrings were designed by Trifari Artistic Director Alfred Philippe in an Art Deco style that recalls his earlier work for Ca...
Rhodium, Silver, Base Metal
Price Upon Request
French Gemstone “Barber Pole” Bracelet
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Exquisitely appointed with royal blue sapphires (11.20 carats), rich red rubies (8.50 carats), intense green emeralds (6.16 carats) and brilliant white diamonds (8.40 carats), this s...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Georges Lenfant for Tiffany France Mid-Century Gold Curb Link Bracelet
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Handmade gold pieces by the legendary workshops of Lenfant are having their moment, not only the 1960s and 1970s pieces they manufactured for their own inventory but also the pieces ...
Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage Gold Tone Faux Turquoise Bracelet, Circa 1960s
Located in New York, NY
You could mix this or match this with all the fine jewelry, or Cartier and Van Cleef, or wear it on its own. It has no season, but it will get its own compliments.
Mixed Metal
Sasportas Sapphire Citrine Diamond Comet Clip Brooch, circa 1940s
By Sasportas
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
It was also used as a workshop by other French jewellery houses such as Cartier and Van Cleef and Arpels.
Citrine, Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Antique Map of French Polynesia by Cook Showing His Route, 1803
Located in Langweer, NL
Published by Honkoop, Allart en Van Cleef. Artist: Translated by J.D. Pasteur.
Paper
$12,800Sale Price|20% Off
Oscar Heyman Platinum Tahitian Pearl and Diamond Ring
By Oscar Heyman
Located in New York City, NY
Oscar Heyman was founded in 1912 and became known as the 'Jewelers' Jeweler'® for creating pieces for Van Cleef & Arpels, Cartier, and Tiffany & Co.
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Oscar Heyman Platinum Dome Ring with 38 Diamonds, 3.16ct, Size 6.75
By Oscar Heyman
Located in New York City, NY
Oscar Heyman was founded in 1912 and became known as the 'Jewelers' Jeweler'® for creating pieces for Van Cleef & Arpels, Cartier, and Tiffany & Co. Oscar Heyman jewelry is and alway...
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage Donald Huber 18K Gold Pave Diamond Statement Ring
By Donald Huber
Located in Henderson, NV
Donald Huber is a former lead designer at Van Cleef & Arpels. He founded the company in 2002 with his sister Stacy, Donald Huber New York focuses on unique, artisan-made designs.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ostertag Art Deco Emerald and Diamond Brooch
By Ostertag
Located in Riverdale, NY
Originally from Budapest, Jean (later John) and Robert Rubel were highly skilled jewellery designers whose claims to fame included two identical diamond and emerald cuffs designed in...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Andre Vassort 1960 France 18Kt Cocktail Ring with 1.02 Ct Diamonds Coral & Onyx
By Andre Vassort
Located in Miami, FL
When Louis Gérard left Van Cleef & Arpels to start his own company M. Gérard in 1968, he chose to use his former employer’s workshop to create his jewelry.
Coral, Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$52,500Sale Price|25% Off
Oscar Heyman Yellow Gold Fancy Golden Yellow Diamond and Emerald Tennis Bracelet
By Oscar Heyman
Located in New York City, NY
Oscar Heyman was founded in 1912 and became known as the 'Jewelers' Jeweler'® for creating pieces for Van Cleef & Arpels, Cartier, and Tiffany & Co.
Yellow Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold
Invisible-Set Ruby Diamond 18K White Gold Bloom Flower Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The design features a large flower with petals encrusted in 17.30 carats of fancy shaped vivid red rubies. Van Cleef and Arpels was the first designer to pioneer this advanced settin...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
$7,500 / set
Neoclassical Style Urn and Serpent Lamps
By George Sellers
Located in Hudson, NY
George had also been doing the window art for years in New York at luxury jeweler Van Cleef & Arpels, working with the famous Douglas Little.
Plaster
French 1960's Ruby, Emerald, Sapphire, & Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Bracelet
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
French Gemstone “Barber Pole” Bracelet - Exquisitely appointed with royal blue sapphires (11.20 carats), rich red rubies (8.50 carats), intense green emeralds (6.16 carats) and brill...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Old Map Showing the Tracks of Cook Between North America and Asia's Coast, 1803
Located in Langweer, NL
Published by Honkoop, Allart en Van Cleef. Condition: Good, general age-related toning.
Paper
PERY ET FILS Cocktail Ring In 18Kt Gold With 7.22 Ctw In Diamonds & Sapphires
Located in Miami, FL
Note: Pery et Fils was a very famous jewelry makers doing a lots of special orders and custom jobs for Van Cleef & Arpels, Fred, Boucheron And Chaumet.
Diamond, Sapphire, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k ...
Vintage Jomaz Silver Tone Diamante and Faux Turquoise Earrings Circa 1980s
By Jomaz
Located in New York, NY
Screams of fine, and no one will know except you. Very Cartier, Van Cleef, or Bulgari from the 1960s. Clip on.
Mixed Metal
Invisible-Set Blue Sapphire Diamond 18k White Gold Flower Brooch & Pendant
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The sapphires set with the invisible setting technique made famous by Van Cleef & Arpels makes the stones appear as if they are set by magic showcasing the piece's intricate craftsma...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
$11,600Sale Price|20% Off
Rose Gold and Turquoise Vintage Bangle Petite Size signed VCA and Numbered
Located in Wailea, HI
Found in our vaults, this bracelet is signed and numbered Van Cleef & Arpels NY 2/ '273 116, . With no known similar piece in existence, this bangle offers an unparalleled opport...
Turquoise, Rose Gold, 14k Gold
Robert Bielka Citrine and Gold Ring
By Robert Bielka
Located in Darnestown, MD
In 1979, he began his own firm where he sold to such notables as Tiffany; Van Cleef and Arpels and Harry Winston. This heavy ring has a bezel set, pyramid shape citrine stone that me...
Citrine, Gold, 18k Gold
Old Print of a Boxing Fight Between Two Natives of Hapaee, Tonga Islands, 1803
Located in Langweer, NL
Published by Honkoop, Allart en Van Cleef.
Paper
Oscar Heyman 18 Karat Gold Wreath Brooch with Marquis Diamonds and Gem Stones
By Oscar Heyman
Located in New York, NY
Known as the “Jewelers' Jeweler,” a title earned while producing pieces for Cartier, Van Cleef & Arpels, Tiffany & Co., and other famed jewelry retailers, Oscar Heyman jewelr...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$67,199Sale Price|20% Off
Sabbadini Large Mystery Set Sapphire Diamond Flower Brooch Pin
By Sabaddini
Located in Miami, FL
It features a flowerhead design of bombé calibrated step-cut high quality royal blue genuine sapphires petals (in invisible mystery setting which was originally developed by Van Clee...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Georges Lenfant, Art Deco 18k Gold & Chrysoprase Link Bracelet, Late 1930s
By Georges L'Enfant
Located in Paris, FR
Georges Lenfant then created some of the best gold Bracelets, necklaces, ring and earrings for all the best place Vendôme Brands, like Cartier, Van Cleef & Arpels, Boucheron... A stu...
Chrysophrase, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Extraordinary Jewels by John Traina (Book)
Located in North Yorkshire, GB
In addition, John Traina traces the history of and genius behind the world's most famous design and auction houses, including Asprey, Boucheron, Buccellati, Cartier, Christie's, Soth...
Sotheby's: Jewelry From John Traina Collection Auction Catalog 2011
Located in valatie, NY
Consisting of cufflinks, men's jeweled dress sets and cigarette cases, all created by famous Jewelry Makers from the Art Deco period through today including: Cartier, Bulgari, Van Cl...
Paper
18k Gold Sapphire and Diamond Earrings
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Totaling 46 Sapphires and 10 diamonds Pair perfectly with Cartier, Van Cleef or Bvgari jewelry pieces. Sapphires are round and sizing is 2.6-3.00mm each in a beautiful deep dark b...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
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 Arpels. 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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