Remarkably sculptural but unexpectedly versatile, vintage Hervé Van der Straeten furniture and lighting is at home in all kinds of interiors. While the French designer’s chandeliers, tables and other works draw on everything from visual art forms in Japan to luxurious Art Deco–era furnishings to modernist icons such as Mies van der Rohe, Van der Straeten designs are unapologetically original and rather difficult to categorize.
Van der Straeten was born in Savigny-sur-Orge, France, in 1965. As a young man, he attended the École des Beaux-Arts in Paris. He studied painting but began making jewelry, too. Van der Straeten’s inaugural accessories, constructed with brass and rubber, garnered immediate attention. In 1985, French fashion designer Thierry Mugler had included several of Van der Straeten's designs in a show, and before long, he was designing for names like Alexander McQueen and Christian Lacroix.
Despite the success of Hervé Van der Straeten jewelry, the visionary designer shifted his focus to interior decor. "For me, jewelry was more like a parenthetical," he told 1stDibs. "What I always wanted to do was to design furniture." So, in 1992, Van der Straeten launched a collection of dishes, sconces and candlesticks. He opened a showroom in the Marais district of Paris in 1999, followed by a workshop in the suburb of Bagnolet.
Today, Van der Straeten oversees approximately 30 artisans at his ateliers who help bring his furniture designs to life. His work is delightfully unconventional and will draw the focus in any space — there is a compelling emphasis on the use of industrial materials, such as anodized aluminum and steel rods, as well as an integration of traditional techniques such as marquetry in his sculptural mirrors, side tables and other pieces. Van der Straeten’s furniture — some of which can be found in the alluring apartment in Paris that the designer shares with his husband, former Roger Vivier artistic director Bruno Frisoni — is available in the United States through both Ralph Pucci and Maison Gerard.
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Vintage Gilt Cranberry Dangle Statement Earrings by Herve Van der Straeten
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Vintage made-in-France gilt-metal clip-on dangle earrings by Herve Van der Staeten. Intricate design accented with cranberry faceted glass beads. Signed Herve Van der Staeten. Made i...
Vintage Architectural Colorful Gilt Statement Earrings by Herve Van der Straeten
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Vintage architectural artisanal clip-on earrings by Herve Van der Straeten. Crafted in gilt hammered metal with blue, green, and red glass accents. Signed Herve Van der Straeten, mad...
$1,520Sale Price|20% Off
Herve van der Straeten "Vibrations" Modern Gilded Statement Necklace, Signed
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in McKinney, TX
Exquisite gilt abstract contemporary statement necklace by designer Herve van der Straeten. Hammered gold-plated brass rings intertwine with a s...
Herve Van Der Straeten Gilded Leaf Brooch
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in New York, NY
Herve Van Der Straeten Large Gilded Leaf Brooch in hand hammered brass. Hand cut metal comes alive with the dimensional hand hammering applied to the leave...
Brass, Gilt Metal
Vintage Herve Van Der Straeten Gilt Blue Drop Earrings
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Vintage Herven Van der Straeten "metal dore" gilt metal clip-on statement earrings made in France with navy blue glass embellishments.
Pair of Hervé van Der Straeten cuff bracelets 1990's
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
VAN DER STRAETEN - Pair of gold-tone metal cuff bracelets adorned with foliage. Jewelry circa 1990. Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Circumference: 15 cm - Opening: 3 cm ...
Gilt Metal
Herve Van Der Straeten Vintage Gilt Music Note Earrings
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Vintage handcrafted statement clip-on earrings depicting large music notes by Herve Van Der Straeten, made in Paris.
HERVE VAN DER STRAETEN Vintage Dancer Brooch
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in Nice, FR
HERVE VAN DER STRAETEN vintage dancer brooch. Embossed VAN DER STRAETEN. Indicative measurements : max. height approx. 8.6 cm (3.39 inches) / max. wid...
HERVE VAN DER STRAETEN Vintage Texture Gold Tone Foliage Brooch
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in Nice, FR
HERVE VAN DER STRAETEN vintage texture gold tone foliage brooch. Embossed VAN DER STRAETEN. Indicative measurements : length approx. 8 cm (3.15 inches) / max. width approx. 2 cm (0...
Gilt Metal
Herve Van Der Straeten Vintage Massive Hammered Silver Toned Dancers Brooch
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in Nice, FR
HERVE VAN DER STRAETEN vintage massive hammered silver toned brooch featuring a couple of dancers. Silver tone metal hardware. Embossed VAN DER STRAETEN. Indicative measurements :...
Gold Leave Dangeling Clip-on Earrings by Herve Van Der Straeten
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in PARIS, FR
This striking brand-new clip-on earrings by Hervé Van Der Straeten are a sculptural homage to organic form. Crafted in a gold-toned metal with a raw, textured finish, each earring is...
Base Metal
Herve Van Der Straeten vintage brass necklace with glass cabochons
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Herve Van Der Straeten brass necklace with glass cabochons. Not signed Found in an art gallery. Condition – very good ........Additional information ........ - Photo mi...
Hervé Van Der Straeten Cross Pendant
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Hervé Van Der Straeten - Cross pendant in gold-plated metal and Murano glass pearls. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: 12 cm x 7.5 cm Seller Refere...
Bronze Bracelet Van Der Straeten unic piece
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in PARIS, FR
This unmatched piece of jewellery is something you do not want to miss. This bracelet made in bronze is signed by Hervé Van Der Straeten on the inside (see picture). The bracelet's d...
Bronze
Van Der Straeten Silvery Jewelry Set of Brooch and Clip-on Earrings
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Van Der Straeten - Silvery metal set composed of a brooch and clip-on earrings. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: ...
Van der Straeten Gold metal Creoles Decorated with Monogrammed Daisies Earrings
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Van der Straeten - Gold-plated creoles decorated with monogrammed daisies. Additional information: Dimensions: Ø 6 cm Condition: Very good condition Seller Ref number: BO216
Gilt Metal
Geometric Round Gold Earrings
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in PARIS, FR
These sophisticated earrings by Hervé Van der Straeten exemplify the designer’s signature blend of sculptural artistry and refined elegance. Crafted in a gold-toned metal, the design...
Base Metal
Van Der Straeten Golden Metal Brooch
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Van Der Straeten - Golden metal brooch. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Height: 11.5 cm Seller Reference: BR82
Hammered Silver Necklace with Blue Stone Pendant by Van Der Straeten
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in PARIS, FR
This exceptional piece is a necklace signed by Hervé Van Der Straeten (no signature on the necklace). This adjustable necklace is made of hammered silver. It features a striking pend...
Blue Zircon, Silver
Van der Straeten Dark Silver metal Earrings Made of Two Snake Links
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Van der Straeten - Dark silver metal earrings made of two snake links holding two mobile rings of different diameters. Additional information: Dimensions: Ø...
Gilt Metal
Vintage 27.00 Grams Figaro Chain Link Necklace in Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
A vintage chain necklace of 27.00 grams, featuring an alternating design of two long oval curb links and two short curb links to create the Figaro design. Finished with a lobster cla...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Hearts and Marquise Diamond Cuff Bracelet 0.76 Carat 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Rutherford, NJ
A little bit of self-love, a lot of sparkle. When the brilliance of Hearts & Marquise cut diamonds meets luscious 18kt yellow gold, you’ll have found yourself an exquisite treat. I...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Shield Cuff Solid 18 Karat Gold
By Tinguely Bijoux
Located in Boston, MA
Fluid and bold solid 18 karat gold cuff. Pairs with Shield Ring. Also available in Silver and White Gold by special order.
18k Gold, Gold
Gucci Women's YA112416 Twirl Diamond Cuff Watch
By Gucci
Located in New York, NY
New with tags GUCCI Women's YA112416 Twirl Watch with White Dial and diamond bezel, diamonds weighting in total 2.60 carats: Quartz movement Scratch resis...
Diamond, White Diamond, Steel, Stainless Steel
Yellow Gold Lightning Necklace
Located in Great Neck, NY
This yellow gold necklace looks like a curved bolt of lightning and is sure to brighten someone's day. The lightning bolt is covered with 54 round VS...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.33 Carat Diamond by the Yard Necklace G SI 14 Karat Yellow Gold 14 Stones
Located in New York, NY
0.33 Carat Diamond by the Yard Necklace G SI 14K Yellow Gold 14 stones 18 inches 100% Natural Diamonds, Not Enhanced in any way Round Cut Diamond by the Yard Necklace 0.33CT G-H SI ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$35,200Sale Price|37% Off
W 0.6 in D 0.32 in L 1.42 in
Oscar Heyman Platinum 8.58tcw Diamond Door Knocker Earrings
By Oscar Heyman
Located in New York City, NY
Oscar Heyman platinum 'door knocker' style earrings contain 8.58tcw of round diamonds, F-G/VS quality. They are individually stamped with the makers mark, IRID PLAT, and serial numbe...
Diamond, Platinum
Jean Schlumberger, Tiffany & Co. Peridot and Ruby Thistle Brooch
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Boston, MA
This late 20th century pin is comprised of full cut green peridots, and red rubys set in 18kt yellow gold in this whimsically classic floral thistle themed design. This pin measures ...
Peridot, Ruby, Yellow Gold
3.00 Carat Diamond by the Yard Necklace G SI 14 Karat Yellow Gold 14 Stones
Located in New York, NY
3.00 Carat Diamond by the Yard Necklace G SI 14K Yellow Gold 14 stones 18 inches 100% Natural Diamonds, Not Enhanced in any way Round Cut Diamond by the Yard Necklace 3.00CT G-H SI ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$30,000Sale Price|55% Off
H 1.42 in L 2.25 in
Oscar Heyman 18k Gold & Fancy Yellow Diamond 'Prowling Lion' Brooch
By Oscar Heyman
Located in New York City, NY
Oscar Heyman 18k yellow gold 'prowling lion' brooch contains a 0.01ct round emerald eye, 22 round diamonds (0.18ct, F-G/VS+), and 154 round fancy yellow diamonds (4.73ct). It is sta...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
1.50 Carat Diamond by the Yard Necklace G SI 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
1.50 Carat Diamond by the Yard Necklace G SI 14K Yellow Gold 14 stones 18 inches 100% Natural Diamonds, Not Enhanced in any way Round Cut Diamond by the Yard Necklace 1.50CT G-H SI ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Oscar Heyman Gold 30 Carat One of a Kind Black Opal Snacking Fish Brooch
By Oscar Heyman
Located in New York City, NY
Oscar Heyman 18kt yellow gold and platinum brooch contains an extraordinarily fine fancy shape Australian black opal weighing 30.63cts. This unique piece also contains 97 round diamonds (1.08cts, F/ VS) and 1 pear shape black opal...
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Gold, Platinum
HERVE VAN DER STRAETEN Vintage Gold Tone Confetti Mobile Pendant Necklace
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in Nice, FR
HERVE VAN DER STRAETEN vintage gold tone hammered mobile pendant necklace. Gold tone snake chain. Adjustable hook clasp closure. Embossed VAN DER STRAETEN. Indicative measurements...
Gilt Metal
Architectural Vintage Gilt Ribbon Necklace by Herve Van Der Straeten
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Vintage artisanal architectural gilt-metal "metal dore" choker statement necklace by Herve Van der Straeten, made in France.
Van Der Straeten Golden Beaten Brass Necklace, 2000s
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Van Der Straeten - Golden beaten brass necklace with discs. Jewelry from the beginning of the 2000s. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Length: from ...
Herve Van der Straeten "Metal Dore" Articulated Charm Necklace
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Scarce and collectible vintage artisan necklace comprised of gilt hammered metal "metal dore" by Herve Van der Straeten - made in France.
Van Der Straeten Golden Metal Brooch BR112
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Van Der Straeten - Golden metal brooch. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Height: 8.5 cm Seller Reference: BR112
Van Der Straeten Golden Metal Clip-On Earrings Representing Figures
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Van Der Straeten - Golden metal clip-on earrings representing figures. Additional information: Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Height: 10 cm Seller Reference: BO201
Gilt Metal
Van Der Straeten Brooch in Gilded Metal
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Van Der Straeten - Brooch in gilded metal symbolizing an ear of wheat. Additional information: Dimensions: 19 cm x 4 cm Condition: Very good condition Seller Ref number: BR110
Gilt Metal
Herve Van Der Straeten Silver Plated Brooch
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Herve Van Der Straeten - Brooch in darkened silver-plate. Additional information: Dimensions: 13 cm x 8 cm (5.12" x 3.15") Condition: Good condition. Some oxidation on metal. Selle...
Silver Plate
Gilt Metal Artisan Leaf Drop Earrings
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Exceptional pair of contemporary pierced artisanal earrings by Herve Van der Straeten - hammered "metal dore" gilt metal in an organic leaf form.
Gilt Metal
Herve Van der Straeten Sun Lightning Bolt Gold Statement Earrings
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Scarce vintage artisan three-dimensional hammered sun and lighting-bolt gilt clip-on statement clip-on earrings by Parisian based artist Herve Van der Straeten- signed, made in Pari...
Gold
Architectural Herve Van der Straeten Hammered Gilt Statement Necklace
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Hand-crafted contemporary architectural hammered gilt metal asymmetrical statement necklace by Herve Van Der Straeten - made in Paris circa 2000s. Singed HVD. The necklace opens up t...
Hervé Van Der Straeten Long Articulated Clip Earrings in Gold Metal
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Van der Straeten - Long articulated clip earrings in gold metal. Additional information: Dimensions: 11.5 L cm Condition: Very good condition Seller Ref number: BO59
Gilt Metal