In the mid-1950s, there were children who read comic books and built forts and then there was Barry Kieselstein-Cord, a now-critically acclaimed New York City–born jewelry designer whose early hobbies included carving totem poles.
In fact, Kieselstein-Cord was proficient at carving by the time he was eight years old. His hobby fueled what would become deep interests in Native American art and in the natural world around him. Kieselstein-Cord made more carvings, and eventually began to explore metalwork and craft jewelry in his teens. Today he creates rings, necklaces and other jewelry and accessories so divine that they are as much wearable sculptures as they are personal adornment.
Kieselstein-Cord studied at Parsons School of Design and the American Craft Institute. He has long been enamored of illustration, architecture, photography and other disciplines, and even as a world-renowned jeweler, Kieselstein-Cord has always considered his true identity as a sculptor. ”I don’t make jewelry; I do sculptures for the body,” he has said.
Kieselstein-Cord designed his first sterling silver collection in 1972, and a year later, the collection was presented for sale at Georg Jensen’s Manhattan flagship store. Kieselstein-Cord’s partnership with the legendary Danish silverware firm meant that his work would reach an international audience. It was also around this time that the designer began to work with fashion titans Perry Ellis and Calvin Klein.
By the late 1970s, Kieselstein-Cord had begun to integrate gold and gemstones into his work. During this decade he designed much-lauded belt buckles, and some of his most sought-after collections — including Crocodile, Pompeii and Borgia — followed a decade later. On today’s secondary market, those 1980s-era designs are enjoying a resurgence. Names like Henry Dunay and Kieselstein-Cord are being reappraised as icons of contemporary design.
Tom Hanks, Oprah Winfrey, Sir Elton John, Jack Nicholson, Barack Obama and Giorgio Armani are all known collectors of Kieselstein-Cord’s work. His designs have found their way into the Louvre in Paris and the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.
On 1stDibs find a collection of vintage Barry Kieselstein-Cord belts, earrings, bracelets, handbags and other jewelry and accessories.
Kieselstein Cord Vintage Pompeii Column 18 Karat Gold Bracelet
By Barry Kieselstein-Cord 1
Located in Miami, FL
This beautiful collectible vintage bracelet from legendary Barry Kieselstein-Cord bracelet is crafted in 18-karat Green gold, weighing a hefty 111.3 grams and measuring 7” around th...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Barry Kieselstein Cord 2004 Sterling Silver & 14k Gold Frog Flower Cuff Bracelet
Located in Honolulu, HI
Barry Kieselstein Cord Cuff Bracelet in sterling silver and14k yellow gold. The bracelet features a 3-D frog in between 2 3-D flowers with 14k yellow gold petals. Hallmarked "Barry Kieselstein Cord" and stamped "2004," "925," "14K," "Thailand," on the inside. This cuff bangle measures 29 mm wide, 58 mm long and weighs 78.5 grams. This is a pre-owned Barry Kieselstein Cord bracelet...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1980s 14 Karat Yellow Gold 3-Row Wide Link Bracelet
Located in Boston, MA
Vintage 1980's 14K Yellow Gold 3 Row Wide Link Bracelet - The bracelet measures 7 inches long and 3/4 inches wide. The bracelet features a hidden plunger clasp with a figure 8 safety...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Wide Bamboo Link Wide Bracelet 63.9 Grams 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18 Karat Yellow gold bracelet featuring a Bamboo motif link weighing 63.9 grams. More link bracelets available. Search Harbor Diamonds DM for more pictures and videos.
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Circle Chain Bracelet
Located in Manhasset, NY
18 Karat Yellow Gold Seven Inch Circle Chain Bracelet 2.76 grams total weight.
18k Gold
Barry Kieselstein Cord Bracelet
By Barry Kieselstein-Cord 1
Located in New York, NY
Barry Kieselstein Cord Bracelet Gold link bracelet by Barry Kieselstien cord Stamped: 1988 B Kieselstein Cord and makers mark Approxi...
18k Gold
Chaumet 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Ruby Bracelet
By Chaumet
Located in Paris, FR
CHAUMET Bracelet in 18 Carat yellow Gold and 13 Ruby Jewels in the Center of each Link set with a Claw. Signed CHAUMET and numbered 7068C. Tab Clasp with Eight Security. Gross weight...
Ruby, 18k Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Textured Link Bracelet 34.9 Grams
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18 Karat Yellow Gold bracelet featuring 19 textured links weighing 34.9 grams. Stamped Stamped Marlia with Sun Hallmark 750
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Barry Kieselstein-Cord Alligator Cuff Bracelet 18k Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a Barry Kieselstein-Cord Alligator cuff bracelet. This iconic bracelet is a testament to BKC's love of animal design. His famous allig...
Yellow Gold
Cartier Bracelet 18 Karat Gold Gourmet Link, Rubies, Diamonds
By Cartier
Located in Paris, FR
Cartier 18k yellow Gold Gourmet Link Bracelet with 22 Rubies and 132 Diamonds. Each link is set with 1 ruby and 6 Diamonds. With Security. Signed Cartier and Numbered. Eagle HEAD H...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
1960s Retro 18 Karat Yellow Gold Flowers Ribbon Bracelet
Located in Poitiers, FR
Bracelet in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark. Retro yellow gold bracelet with smooth gold diamond motifs and small articulated flower motifs. The clasp is applied with two ...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1960s Retro 18 Karat Yellow Gold Woven Bracelet
Located in Poitiers, FR
Bracelet in 18 karat yellow gold. This antique golden bracelet is composed of a flexible woven golden mesh with a central openwork feature. The clasp ...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat White Gold Diamond Blue Topaz Statement Bracelet
Located in Lexington, KY
This is a gorgeous bracelet in 18k white gold featuring brilliant white diamonds and lovely blue topaz! The elegant layout of the bracelet features eight oval blue topazes separated ...
Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, White Gold
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Barry Kielselstein Cord Signed Sterling Silver, Black Leather Sun Motif Bracelet
By Barry Kieselstein-Cord 1
Located in North Miami, FL
This vintage chic Barry Kielselstein Cord bracelet has black braided leather with sterling silver emblem of the sun and sterling silver hardware. It is signed B Kieselstein -Cord 199...
Sterling Silver
Kieselstein-Cord 18 Karat Yellow Gold Link Diamond Bracelet 62.2 Grams 2001
By Barry Kieselstein-Cord 1
Located in New York, NY
Stamped B. KIESELSTEIN-CORD 18K 2001, this bracelet features sold gold links & 3 diamond links weighing approximately 0.36 carats, 62.2 Grams.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Kieselstein-Cord Intaglio and 18 Karat Gold Cuff Bracelet
By Barry Kieselstein-Cord 1
Located in New York City, NY
Fine 18k gold cuff bracelet by Kieselstein-Cord. This bracelet features 3 intaglios of varying designs: bust of a horse, a nude, and the signature sun/moon intaglio with fish and lo...
Gold, 18k Gold
1995 Kieselstein-Cord Sterling Silver and Braided Leather Choker/Bracelet Set S
By Barry Kieselstein-Cord 1
Located in Port Hope, ON
A work of art! This 1995 sterling silver and brown braided leather combo is in immaculate condition and comes with its pouch. The workmanship is superior and it is such a statement p...
Sterling Silver
Kieselstein-Cord Day and Night Gold Bracelet
By Barry Kieselstein-Cord 1
Located in Darnestown, MD
Unusual bracelet by Barry Kieselstein Cord with openwork links. Diamonds are on the arched links in between and solid gold on the reverse so it is perfect for day and evening wear. I...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Barry Kieselstein-Cord Intaglio Gold Bracelet circa 1985
By Barry Kieselstein-Cord 1
Located in Miami, FL
This is a striking Barry Kieselstein-Cord intaglio bracelet, rich in detail and made of exquisite materials. This bracelet is crafted in solid 18K yellow gold . It's design features ...
18k Gold