Van Cleef & Arpels Bird Lapel Pin
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Bird Lapel Pin, Italian 18 karat yellow gold, with a textured small bird motif
Late 20th Century Italian Contemporary Brooches
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Bird Lapel Pin
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Bird Lapel Pin, Italian 18 karat yellow gold, with a textured small bird motif
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Gold Bangle Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Gold Bangle Bracelet is a timeless and elegant piece featuring: Four
Gold, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry Coffee Table Book
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Cleef & Arpels. Book was published to mark the Centenary (100th Anniversary) of Van Cleef & Arpels (VCA
Paper
Van Cleef & Arpels Carved Crystal and Diamond Earrings clip-on
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
These Van Cleef & Arpels Carved Crystal and Diamond Earrings, created in Italy in 1960, are a
Crystal, Diamond, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Gold Slip On Non-Post Vintage Hoop Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Greenwich, CT
Easy come, easy go. Effortlessly slip these Van Cleef & Arpels 18 karat yellow gold non-post
Gold, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Gold and Diamond Purse and Powder case set.
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels 18k two tone Gold and diamond purse and powder case set. Circa 1970's. The
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Diamond Coral Tulips 18k White Gold Brooch Earrings Suite
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite rare authentic vintage Van Cleeff & Arpels floral suite consists of a pair of clip
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Earrings Mother of Pearl 18K Yellow Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU 33301836 Comes With Full Set (Box + Card) Date 2015 RRP £ 4,000 Incl. Taxes / €4,700 Incl. Taxes / $4,500 Excl. Taxes Model VCARA44100 Serial Number JE****** Metal 18k Yellow Gol...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 18k Yellow Gold Rope Onyx Cufflinks
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This is a wonderful pair of cufflinks from the luxury jewelry designer Van Cleef & Arpels cira
Onyx, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 18k Gold & Enamel Tiger Brooch with Diamonds & Emeralds
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
A diamond, emerald, enamel and 18k gold tiger clip Brand: Van Cleef & Arpels, Italian Signed VCA
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Van Cleef & Arpels Yellow Gold Studded Three Bracelets Necklace
Located in New York , NY
Van Cleef & Arpels 18K Yellow Gold Three Bracelets Necklace. Could be worn as bracelets or as
18k Gold
VCA Large Flip Cufflinks
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
18k gold and onyx flip cufflinks, made and signed by VCA. Extra large size, very easy to put on. Most handsome and chic. A stunning cufflink
Onyx, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Italy 18 Karat Yellow Gold Hoop Earrings Vintage, circa 1970s
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Van Cleef & Arpels Italy 18k Yellow Gold Hoop Earrings Vintage Circa 1970s Here is your chance
Yellow Gold
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS ITALY 18k Yellow Gold, Lapis & Diamond Pendant Vintage 1960s
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
price! Details: The pendant is 1960s made in Italy by Van Cleef & Arpels. The weight is 19.8 grams
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Italy 18k Yellow Gold Sapphire and Diamond Curb Link Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
: excellent Signature: VCA / Italy / 18k Gemstone: 0.50 points of diamonds, 0.45 points of sapphires
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra Yellow Gold Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Greenwich, CT
one of the most desirable piece of jewelry of our times. The Alhambra Van Cleef & Arpels Necklace.
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 18 Karat Yellow Enamel Bangle
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Van Cleef & Arpels 18 Karat Yellow Enamel Bangle This is a beautiful Van Cleef & Arpels bangle
18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Gold Nautical Link Chain Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Bold yet classy nautical link chain necklace created by Van Cleef & Arpels in Italy in the 1970's
18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Malachite & Gold Aquarius Zodiac Pendant
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Bold and colorful Zodiac sign pendant created by Van Cleef & Arpels in Italy in the 1950's
Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra Yellow Gold Onyx Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Greenwich, CT
is one of the most desirable piece of jewelry of our times. The Alhambra Van Cleef & Arpels Necklace.
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Coral Diamond Gold "Cosmos" Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
An 18 karat yellow gold, coral and diamond “Cosmos” brooch, Van Cleef & Arpels. Circa 1960
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Gold Floral Motif Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Napoli, NA
, using age old techniques and processes. Signed and numbered Van Cleef & Arpels, made in france
Diamond, Platinum, Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Cabochon Burma Sapphire 7.32 cts
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
VCA Italy Cabochon blue sapphire, 7.32 ct Ring Gia Report: Burma No Indictions of Heating Size 5.25
Sapphire, 18k Gold
1970s Van Cleef & Arpels Malachite Diamond Gold Capricorn Pendant
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Colorful and bold Capricorn pendant created by Van Cleef & Arpels in Italy in the 1970's. A great
Emerald, Malachite, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Mother of Pearl Alhambra Pendant Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU: AT-1518 Brand: Van Cleef & Arpels Model: ARA45900 Date
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra 20 Motifs Rose Gold Letterwood Sautoir
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Gazzaniga (BG), IT
Amazing and off production VCA necklace Sautoir Alhambra 20 Rare and precious VCA sautoir Alhambra Collection Rose gold 750/1000 20 Elements, letterwood Total length cm 85 (33,4 inch...
1970s Van Cleef & Arpels Lapis Lazuli Diamond Gold Zodiak Pendant
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Colorful and bold Leo pendant created by Van Cleef & Arpels in Italy in the 1970's. It is finely
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Ruby Yellow Gold Bow Brooch Pin Clip
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Gorgeous bow clip created by Van Cleef & Arpels in Italy in the 1980's. Chic, stylish and
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels, 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Diamond Dome Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This Van Cleef and Arpels diamond ring screams VCA. It is made of 18 Karat Yellow Gold The 0.15ct
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Pave 18 Karat Gold Ring with Oval Diamond VCA
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef and Arpels ring with an oval diamond approx. 0.55-ct D/E VVS Diamond pave - 60 diamonds
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Magic Alhambra Mother of Pearl & Onyx 16 Motif Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Southampton, PA
Add luxury to any ensemble with the help of this stunning 18K Yellow Gold Van Cleef & Arpels Magic
Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 1.50 CTW Diamond 18 Karat Gold Vintage Drop Ear-Clip Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Philadelphia, PA
signed VCA for Van Cleef & Arpels With Italian assay marks and stamped Italy Circa: 1970s Measures: 1
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sold
W 0.55 in L 0.91 in
Van Cleef & Arpels 1970 Enameled Earrings In 18Kt Gold With 1.68 Ctw in Diamonds
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Miami, FL
Enameled earrings designed by Van Cleef & Arpels. Beautiful pair of clips-on earrings, created in
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Pendant/Brooch Retailed by Van Cleef and Arpels
Located in Darnestown, MD
Unusual modernist design pendant or brooch made in Italy retailed by Van Cleef and Arpels. The back
Onyx, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Modernist Vintage 18K Gold Diamond Ring
Located in Flushing, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Modernist Vintage 18K Gold Diamond Ring Marked: VAC 750 Italy Approximate
Gold, 18k Gold
Sold
H 2.17 in W 2.29 in D 0.83 in
Mid Century Gold Bracelet 18K 2 tone Italian Mesh Bracelet 1960s Gold Honeycomb
By Van Cleef & Arpels, Hermès, Cartier
Located in Wommelgem, VAN
entirely by hand by Italian master jewelers, each and every link is no equal to the other one and some of
Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Swirled Shrimp Gold Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Darnestown, MD
Classic swirl shrimp earrings but who better to make them than Van Cleef and Arpels? The clip
18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Coral Yellow Gold Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A cute vintage ring by Van Cleef & Arpels. Made of coral and 18k yellow gold. Stamped with VCA
Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Alahambra Mother of pearl, Diamond Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Weston, MA
The Alhambra Collection was created in 1968 and is still one of Van Cleef & Arpels’ most popular
Diamond, Pearl
Van Cleef and Arpels Malachite Zodiac Pendant Circa 1970
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A handsome gold and malachite zodiac pendant by Van Cleef and Arpels. The 2 1/4" pendant (without
Malachite, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Jewelry Library or Coffee Table Book
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
mark the Centenary of Van Cleef & Arpels (VCA.) This book reveals the philosophy and the aesthetics of
Paper
1970s Van Cleef & Arpels Onyx Diamond Gold Zodiak Pendant
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Colorful and bold Aquarius pendant created by Van Cleef & Arpels in Italy in the 1970's.. It is
Diamond, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Cabochon Ruby and Diamond Yellow Gold Turtle Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Chevy Chase, MD
This is an iconic Van Cleef & Arpels cabochon ruby and Diamond 18 karat yellow gold turtle brooch
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 18 Karat Yellow Gold Alhambra 10 Motifs Necklace, Vintage
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Manhasset, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels 18Kt Yellow Gold Alhambra 10 Motifs Necklace. Two available, price and listing
18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 18 Karat Gold Vintage Alhambra Carnelian 10 Motif Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Manhasset, NY
18Kt Yellow Gold Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Carnelian 10 Motif Necklace. Bearing VCA 750
Carnelian, 18k Gold
Van Cleef and Arpels scarf Parfums
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Paris, FR
Van Cleef and Arpels scarf Parfums Made In Italy Very good condition 100% silk Blue
Van Cleef & Arpels Cancer Zodiac Medallion
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
A fabulous zodiac medallion from the 1970s by Van Cleef & Arpels. The symbol for cancer, the crab
Lapis Lazuli, Ruby
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Gemini Zodiac Pendant
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels 18k gold Gemini symbol mounted on lapis with a twisted gold frame and opening
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 1970s Gemini Zodiac Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
A fabulous zodiac medallion from the 1970s by Van Cleef & Arpels. The symbol for Gemini, the twins
1960s Van Cleef & Arpels Gold Longchain Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Atlanta, GA
18 karat gold longchain necklace by Van Cleef & Arpels, circa 1960, designed as multiple textured
18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Long Gold Neck Chain
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels neck chain designed as alternating round and oblong links of polished gold. This
18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Perlée Diamond Hoop Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Cleef & Arpels, you can proudly have this very dream on your ears. Finely created from 18k yellow gold
Diamond, 18k Gold
VAN CLEEF AND ARPELS Diamond and Emerald Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
VAN CLEEF AND ARPELS 18K yellow gold bracelet. Eleven pairs of full cut vibrant emeralds and
Diamond, Emerald
Van Cleef & Arpels Trace 18k Yellow Gold Chain
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Crafted with precision and finesse, the Van Cleef & Arpels chain epitomizes elegance. Each link
Yellow Gold
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Three Color Gold Diamond Set Bangles
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York City, NY
An Italian 18 karat gold bracelet with diamonds by Van Cleef & Arpels. The bracelet has 21 round
1980s Van Cleef & Arpels Onyx Diamond Gold Cocktail Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
& Arpels Made in Italy in the 1980s Signed with serial number 5V751 Van Cleef Italy
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels White Gold 5 Motif Station Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Crafted by Van Cleef & Arpels, the Vintage Alhambra bracelet exudes timeless charm. Delicately set
Van Cleef & Arpels Frivole Diamond 18k White Gold Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Ideal for everyday use, this beautiful bracelet from Van Cleef & Arpels belongs to their Frivole
Van Cleef & Arpels Lapis Diamond Gold Virgo Zodiac Pendant
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Virgo zodiac pendant in 18k gold mounted on lapis with one diamond in the center
Lapis Lazuli, White Diamond, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Frivole Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Ideal for everyday use, this beautiful bracelet from Van Cleef & Arpels belongs to their Frivole
Diamond, Yellow Gold
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Coral, Amethyst, Gold and Diamond Balls Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
A vibrant and dramatic cocktail ring by Van Cleef & Arpels. 18k gold triple split shank ring set
Coral
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Malachite Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
The Alhambra creations from Van Cleef & Arpels have been bringing classic style to women around the
Van Cleef & Arpels Perlee 18K Rose Gold Ring Size 52
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
This breathtaking creation from Van Cleef & Arpels is a favorite among women. The ring has been
Rose Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Sweet Alhambra Carnelian 18K Rose Gold Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
The Alhambra creations from Van Cleef & Arpels have been bringing classic style to women around the
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Gold Mother of Pearl Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Iconic Vintage Alhambra bracelet, designed by Van Cleef & Arpels, set with mother of pearl. Current
18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Charms HH69025 Women's Wristwatch 32 mm
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Elevate your style quotient with this exquisite Van Cleef & Arpels wristwatch. Featuring a silver
S/S 1998 Gucci by Tom Ford GG Monogram Rhinestone Silk Chiffon Navy Dress
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting the rhinestone 'GG' Gucci slip dress of your dreams, designed by Tom Ford. From the Spring/Summer 1998 collection, this incredibly rare dress is constructed of two layers:...
Alexander McQueen Asymmetric Dress with Chain Cutout SS 2006
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black silk jersey dress by Alexander McQueen. It is fitted with a scoop neckline, one short sleeve and a circular nude mesh cut out at one side covered with rows of drapi...
Lead bread by Bruno kristo
Located in Diest, BE
lead bread half hand-sliced by artist Bruno Kristo shown at 'Brood Casting' exhibition. Bruno Kristo transforms an everyday staple into a striking sculptural statement with this loa...
Lead
Yves Saint Laurent Coco Brown Form-Fitting Lined Jersey Dress
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in New York, NY
Yves Saint Laurent coco brown form-fitting lined jersey scoop-neck dress features a handkerchief hemline on both the dress's hem and also on the bell-sleeve's cuff. Detaile...
Amuneal's Brass Pantry Cabinetry
By Amuneal
Located in New York, NY
Amuneal's Brass Pantry Cabinetry, part of our metal Kitchen Collection, is designed as a feature element for any space. The three doors on the upper cabinets are fabricated with a kn...
Brass
Handmade Nickel Plated Decorative Snail, Paperweight
By Alguacil & Perkoff Ltd.
Located in London, London
Each of these exquisite solid brass snails is handmade individually with incredible detail. Cast using very traditional techniques, they are finished with a nickel plating giving the...
Nickel
$24,990
H 11.82 in W 9.06 in D 6.11 in
Original Mod. 2240 'Micro' Appliques by Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte, c.1961
By Max Ingrand, Fontana Arte
Located in London, GB
An original and rare pair of Mod. 2240 'Micro' wall lights by Max Ingrand for Fontana Arte, Italy, c.1961. The Micro design features a sleek oval brass frame that surrounds two profi...
Brass
French Designer, Table Lamp, Glass, Brass, France, 1940s
Located in High Point, NC
A blue-colored glass and brass table lamp designed and produced in France, c. 1940s. Wear consistent with age and use Dimensions of Shade (inches): 3” Top Diameter x 8” Bottom Diam...
Brass
$6,920
H 3.1 in W 3.9 in L 0.8 in
Chanel Waist Classic Flap Rare Vintage 90s Limited Edition Micro Mini Bronze Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Rare Vintage 90's Limited Edition Micro Mini Classic Flap Bag 1991 {VINTAGE 33 Years} Gold Hardware Bronze quilted lambskin leather CC Turnlock Leather lined interior 3.9" W ...
A Pair of Regency Mahogany Cane Chairs, c.1810
Located in Savannah, GA
A pair of regency mahogany low-back cane bottom chairs, circa 1810. 18 ½ inches wide by 22 inches deep by 30 ¼ inches tall; seat height 17 inches
Mahogany
$3,887
Size: UK 10 - IT 42 - US 6
Vivienne Westwood salmon pink silk peplum blazer jacket and skirt suit, ss 1994
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in London, GB
Vivienne Westwood salmon pink silk peplum blazer jacket and skirt suit with matching fabric belt Spring-Summer 1994
1990s Valentino Black Chiffon and Velvet Dress Shirt Dress
By Valentino
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Amazing 1990s Valentino little black shirt dress from Holt Renfrew Canada. Top is black chiffon with a pussy bow tie, sheer bishop sleeves and delicate ruching at shoulders. Jet blac...
$2,600
H 6 in W 5.25 in D 4 in
Vintage Los Castillo Silver Butterfly Pitcher with Malachite & Shell Inlay
By Los Castillo
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Exceptional Los Castillo silver-plated pitcher from Taxco, Mexico, featuring a whimsical and artistic design with two applied butterflies—one inlaid with luminous mother of pearl and...
Malachite, Silver Plate
$10,807
Size: 42 I (Vintage)
DOLCE & GABBANA Fall 1991 Runway Multicoloured Crystal-Embellished Mini Skirt
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Munich, DE
"You can not beat Dolce & Gabbana early '90s, especially these [crystal-embellished] looks", said Kim Kardashian when presenting the Kim x Dolce & Gabbana collection for Spring/Summe...
Giorgio Armani 1990s 90s Vintage Khaki / Light Green Herringbone Blazer Jacket
By Giorgio Armani
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautifully tailored vintage Giorgio Armani blazer! This fitted blazer is a khaki/ on the verge of light green, with herringbone print throughout. Two pockets at each side of the wai...
$9,024
Size: FR 38 - UK 10 - US 6
Christian Dior by John Galliano yellow graffiti-print silk dress, ss 2003
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
▪ Rare Christian Dior yellow graffiti-printed silk evening dress ▪ Designed by John Galliano ▪ Smocked chiffon overlay ▪ Frayed edges ▪ Red cotton ribbon bondage straps ▪ Large s...
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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