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 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.
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...
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.
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
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 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
$14,979Sale Price / set|20% Off
H 0.63 in W 0.24 in D 0.24 in L 0.24 in
Rrp £20, 000 Tiffany & Co Platinum 1.40 Ct Diamond Solitaire Stud Earrings Pair
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in GB
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning pair of huge Tiffany & Co Platinum and 1.40ct Diamond Solitaire stud earrings RRP £20,000 An ...
Diamond, Platinum
$14,520 / item
D 0.32 in Dm 0.65 in
Annamaria Cammilli "Sultana" Earrings with Diamonds in Three Shades of 18K Gold
By Annamaria Cammilli
Located in SOLVANG, CA
From Annamaria Cammilli's Vision collection, medium size Sultana earrings handcrafted in 18 karat Black Lava, Natural Beige and White Ice gold. Three ruffles in white, beige and blac...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$12,750 / item
H 0.71 in W 0.65 in D 0.12 in Dm 0.65 in L 0.65 in
Alex Sepkus Ocean Earrings with Blue Sapphires and Green Tsavorites in Gold
By Alex Sepkus
Located in SOLVANG, CA
From the studio of Alex Sepkus in New York - 18 karat yellow gold "Ocean" earrings with blue sapphires, green tsavorite garnets and diamonds. These shimmering Ocean earrings are of h...
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold,...
Elizabeth Gage Textured 18K Gold Earclips, 1985
By Elizabeth Gage
Located in New York, NY
These exquisite 18 karat yellow gold ear clips were handmade by Elizabeth Gage in the United Kingdom, showcasing the designer’s signature craftsmanship and attention to detail. Desig...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$9,250 / item
Ralph Masri Heliopolis Diamond Gold Earrings
By Ralph Masri
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
18kt yellow gold earrings with diamonds from Ralph Masri's Heliopolis collection, inspired by ancient Roman patterns and motifs. Available in yellow, rose or white gold. Push back...
Diamond, 18k Gold
$11,610 / item
D 0.28 in Dm 0.67 in
Annamaria Cammilli "Sultana" Stud Earrings with Diamonds in 18 Karat White Gold
By Annamaria Cammilli
Located in SOLVANG, CA
From Annamaria Cammilli's Vision collection, Sultana earrings handcrafted in 18 karat white gold. Single ruffle style is outlined with bead set white diamonds at 0.36 carat total wei...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Ralph Masri Modernist Circular Diamond and Emerald Earrings
By Ralph Masri
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
18kt white gold earrings with diamonds and emeralds from Ralph Masri's Modernist collection, inspired by mid-century Modernist architecture with an emphasis on minimalist shapes and ...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
$1,397Sale Price / set|29% Off
H 0.79 in
1.15 Carat Princess Cut Diamond Prong Chain Earring in 14k Gold
Located in Rutherford, NJ
Gold- 1.97 gms Diamond- 1.15 carats Diamond Colour: G-H Diamond Clarity: SI Earring Weight: 2.20 gms *In stock items will be shipped in 2 business days, or please allow 4-5 weeks for...
Diamond, 14k Gold, 18k Gold
$876Sale Price / set|20% Off
1/2 Carat Pear Diamond Studs in 14k Gold
Located in Rutherford, NJ
Gold- 0.91 gms Diamond- 0.46 carats Diamond Colour: G-H Diamond Clarity: SI Earring Weight: 1 gms *In stock items will be shipped in 2 business days, or please allow 4-5 weeks for de...
Diamond, 14k Gold, 18k Gold
Ralph Masri Modernist Domed Emerald Diamond Earrings
By Ralph Masri
Located in Barcelona, Barcelona
Domed 18kt white gold earrings with two 1.05ct emeralds (2.10cts total) and diamond pavé (3.40ct) from Ralph Masri's Modernist collection, inspired by mid-century Modernist architect...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
$876Sale Price / set|20% Off
1/2 Carat Heart Diamond Studs in 14k Gold
Located in Rutherford, NJ
Gold- 0.91 gms Diamond- 0.46 carats Diamond Colour: G-H Diamond Clarity: SI Ring Weight: 1 gms *In stock items will be shipped in 2 business days, or please allow 4-5 weeks for deliv...
Diamond, 14k Gold, 18k Gold
Hermes Farandole Diamond Rose Gold Earrings
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a set of Hermes Farandole 18K Rose Gold Diamond earrings. Total carat weight is approximately .90. Classic Hermes. Beautiful and timeless. Comes with gift box and signature Hermes orange box...
Diamond, Rose Gold
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
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
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
Van der Straeten Gold metal Creole Earrings
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Van der Straeten - Gold metal creole earrings. Additional information: Dimensions: Ø 5 cm Condition: Very good condition Seller Ref number: `BO207
Gilt Metal
Van der Straeten Clip Earrings in Hammered Gold Metal
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Van der Straeten - Clip earrings in hammered gold metal. Additional information: Dimensions: Ø 7 x 11 L cm Condition: Very good condition Seller Ref number: BO134
Gilt Metal
Van der Straeten Earrings Clip in Hammered Gold Metal
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Van der Straeten - Clip earrings in hammered gold metal. Additional information: Dimensions: Ø 7.5 x 10 H cm Condition: Very good condition Seller Ref number: BO131
Gilt Metal
Van der Straeten Clip Earrings in Gold Metal
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Van der Straeten - Clip earrings in gold metal, "Frou Frou" collection, "quadripartite" model. Additional information: Dimensions: 13 cm Condition: Very good condition Seller Ref...
Gilt Metal
Vintage Herve Van der Straeten Artisan Snake Purple Glass Drop Earrings
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Vintage Herve Van der Straeten artisan clip-on statement earrings comprised out of hammered mat gilt metal with large "pate de verre" poured glass purple drops.
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
Herve Van Der Straeten Vintage Gilt Kinetic Mobile Earrings
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Gold gilt over hammered brass clip on mobile earrings created by French jewelry and decorative arts designer Hervé Van Der Straeten, circa 1990s. Earrings measure 4.25" long by 2" wide and are signed Van Der Straeten on the backs. In very good vintage condition showing some wear conducive with age. Hervé Van Der Straeten studied painting at the Ecole des Beaux Arts in Paris where he began creating jewelry. He has designed collections for many couturiers, Thierry Mugler, Karl Lagerfeld, Lacroix , Yves Saint Laurent and Lanvin to name a few. Each piece is cut out from brass sheeting with an electric saw, producing a primitive, rough outline. The surface is then hand hammered and gilded. His style of working can be compared to Matisse and his paper cut outs, working with metal instead. He very sadly has ceased jewelry manufacture, having moved more into furnishings and design, manufacturing the most fabulous large mirrors. He is the designer of the iconic ‘J’Adore’ by Dior perfume bottle.
Vermeil, Brass
XL Herve Van Der Straeten Gilt Statement Earrings
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in Palm Springs, CA
XL hammered gilt-metal clip-on statement earrings by Herve Van Der Straeten, Paris - signed HVS.