Chanel Clip-on Earrings

Stamped "Made In France" on their antique brass back-plates like the initial unbranded couture costume-jewelry commissioned by French Gabrielle "Coco" Chanel beginning in 1924, these floral-motif wired earrings with early handcrafted brass clips are decorated with button-like cultured mother-of-pearls mixed with Parisian organically-coated lampwork glass, which we photographed in indoor sunlight for the most accurate colors. The pair were designed by Chanel to accessorize a one-of-a-kind clothing ensemble (likely including cultured-pearl buttons and a brooch) for a client of this pearl-associated couturier whose earliest one-of-a-kind jewelry--unlike other 1920s fashion designers--sometimes mixed real and faux gems. The intricate glass artistry, wired clustered arrangement and earring findings are characteristic of one of Chanel's first Parisian paruriers, Louis Rousselet, who was a lampwork master with a workshop since 1920 specializing in faux-pearl glass beads and wire-work construction. As the three-piece flat-brass lever clips without hinge-holes on both sides predate Rousselet's wire-horseshoe clips, they can be dated like the patinated well-worn brass hardware to the mid-1920s. The beads of various sizes and ecru colors that are wired to each earring include five round graduating iridescent mother-of-pearl disks, along with lampwork glass replicating nine baroque pearls, five round pearls and two seed pearls. There are natural imperfections on the green-and-rose-reflecting cultured pearls, while there is some nacre-enamel loss on the glass beads that is not eye visible. On closer view, one of the central round glass beads has a lighter blister, which appears like the texture of some uncultured pearls. Of note, Chanel did not include a brand signature on any of her couture costume jewelry prior to the mid-1950s. As many of her clients who came to Paris for their couture-clothing fittings were foreign, the coordinated unique jewelry that was expected to leave the country was merely stamped "Made In France" or "France". We acquired these earrings in The States along with a similar set with less but larger "petals, berries and leaves", which we priced the same in a different listing despite the slightly greater size and weight of this pair. So we know that they both were created for a single commission of multiple unique earrings with like lampwork-glass shapes and findings to be paired with the ecru mother-of-pearls provided by Chanel. While we have acquired over a dozen pre-signature pieces commissioned by the founder, these are the earliest earrings that we have discovered by Chanel. We have never found a single match to contradict our recognition of her early couture creations nor to attribute them to another designer. Further, Art Deco couture...

Marked "Made In France" on their antique brass back-plates like the initial unbranded couture costume-jewelry commissioned by Gabrielle "Coco" Chanel since 1924, these beaded early-handcrafted-clip earrings are arranged with wire in a floral motif featuring button-like mother-of-pearls accented by smaller pieces of lampwork glass with an ecru organic coating that mimics pearl nacre. The pair were designed to accessorize a one-of-a-kind clothing ensemble (likely including cultured-pearl buttons and a brooch) for a client of the pearl-associated French couturier whose earliest jewelry--unlike her fashion-designer peers--sometimes mixed real and faux gems. The glass artistry, clustered arrangement and earring findings are characteristic of one of her Parisian paruriers, Louis Rousselet, who was a lampwork master with a workshop since 1920 specializing in faux-pearl glass beads and wire-work assembly, along with other decorative elements. Since the three-piece flat-brass lever clips without hinge-holes on both sides predate Rousselet's wire-horseshoe clips, they can be dated like the patinated brass hardware to the mid-1920s. The beads of various sizes and shades of white that are wired to these earrings include four round graduating iridescent mother-of-pearl disks, along with lampwork glass replicating four baroque pearls, three round pearls and two seed pearls. There are natural impurities present on the green-and-pink-reflecting cultured pearls, while we can clean dust from the coated-glass crevices upon request. Of note, Chanel did not include a brand signature on any of her couture costume jewelry prior to the mid-1950s. As many of her clients who came to Paris for their couture-clothing fittings were foreign, the coordinated unique jewelry that was expected to leave the country was merely stamped "Made In France" or "France". We acquired these earrings in The States along with similar pair with additional but smaller "petals, berries and leaves" from the same Rousselet commission. Further, Art Deco couture...

Chanel 'CC' Logo & Pearl Dangle Earrings 24k gold plated chunky link dangle earrings with a large 'CC' logo and a pearl. From 2010 collection. Clip on. Size - One Size Condition...

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Scarce vintage Chanel gilt bow pearl clip-on statement earrings, circa 1970.

Since 1920, Parisian costume-jewelry glass-master Louis Rousselet was among a handful of paruriers favored by the leading French couture houses, primarily Chanel. Beyond the stamped ...

CHANEL 1980s Earrings Pearl & Gold Baroque Arabesque W/Box A beautiful rare, Chanel gold tone metal arabesques triangle clip-on earrings set wit...

Presented is a pair of mid 1980s large gold margarita flower earrings by Chanel. The clip earrings are done in bright 18K gold plate with a faux Baroque pearl cabochon center. Each earring measures 2.38 inches in diameter and .5 of an inch high. They are stamped Chanel in the block letter signature...

A lovely pair of large Chanel rose window style clip earrings with faux pearl pendants. The open work spiral design in a round framework references the rose windows characteristic of...

About Very Vintage clip-on earring flower shaped with a large round baroque pearl from the early 1970s, unsigned CHANEL. Measurements: Diameter 1.18 inches (3,5 cm) Deep 0.71 ...

Classic and timeless gold tone metal Chanel clip on earrings. Twisted trim with banana leaves wrapped around a single pearl in the centre. Chanel logo plaque on back - this design pr...

Brand: Chanel Reference: JW317 Measurement of Earrings: 2.2cm x 4.4cm Material: Gilt Metal Year: 1996 Made in France Please Note: the jewelries are guarantee 100% authentic pre-owne...

Don't miss out on the opportunity to have one-of-a-kind custom Chanel piece from the 70's runway. These won't go unnoticed at your next big event as the sparkle of the clear crystals...

These authentic Chanel Pearl and Leather Chain Earrings are in excellent condition from the late 1980’s. Large center faux pearl is surrounded by gold and black leather entwined chai...

Iconic pair of CHANEL earrings from the 80s. Vintage clip in gold metal with a quilted effect and a pearly fantasy pearl in its center. The clips hold well to the ears. Made in France. The clips are in good condition. The metal is in very good condition. The mother-of-pearl is chipped (see photo). The label of the brand is present on the back of each loop. The diameter is 2.7 cm. CHANEL vintage clips...

Lovely Chanel vintage round clover shaped clip-on earrings, reminiscent of Van Cleef & Arpels! This is a matte gold metal, petals in white background and mother of pearl heart. They ...

Early 80’s Chanel diamond shape clip-on earrings with center pearl. Textured gold tone surrounding decorated a ball and swirl pattern. Excellent condition.

A magnificent pair of authentic Chanel earrings featuring white pearls set in 18k yellow gold. Dimensions: 28mm wide (1.10″) Inventory ID: 0000031