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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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
JUDITH RIPKA CZ Sterling Silver Heart Pierced Earrings w Amethyst 9.9 grams
By Judith Ripka
Located in New York, NY
JUDITH RIPKA CZ Sterling Silver Heart Pierced Earrings w Amethyst 9.9 grams These beautiful "Double Heart" Sterling Silver Earrings glimmer with round bead-set Diamonique simulated ...
Zircon, Amethyst, Sterling Silver
$650
H 3.25 in W 2.5 in L 3.25 in
VIntage 1970's Brass Sculptural Heart Clip On Dangle Earrings , 3.25"
Located in North Miami, FL
These studio vintage 1970's brutalist brass clip on earrings are so sculptural! Their hand crafted form is the shape of a heart. They have a hand crafted look and feel to them. The t...
Brass
Pair of Antique Late 19th Century Pearl and Diamond Pendent Earrings
Located in OVIEDO, AS
A PAIR OF LATE 19TH CENTURY PEARL AND DIAMOND PENDENT EARRINGS From the top of each pearl suspending vertically set from three graduated old brilliant-cut diamonds suspending, appro...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Diamonds Emerald Yellow Gold 1970s Owl Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
These exquisite vintage Van Cleef & Arpels drop earrings feature an adorable owl shaped design crafted in 18k white gold and set with brilliant-cut round D-E-F VVS1-VVS2 diamonds...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1920s Carved Jadeite Jade & 14K Gold Dangle Earrings, Untreated
Located in Rotterdam, NL
A refined pair of antique jadeite jade drop earrings set in 14 karat yellow gold, accompanied by a laboratory certificate confirming the jade is untreated. Each earring is composed ...
Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
10.61 Carat Diamond Slice Gold Earrings
Located in Miami, FL
18k white gold earrings featuring 10.61cts of round brilliant cut diamonds and natural color diamond slices. These diamond earrings are accompanied by a retail appraisal performed...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Syna Earrings with London Blue Topaz, Moon Quartz and Diamonds
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold London Blue Topaz 5 carats approx. Moon Quartz 9 carats approx. Diamonds 0.80 carat approx. Limited Edition Mesmerize anyone who comes your way with ...
Diamond, Brown Diamond, Quartz, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Syna Earrings with Green Tourmaline, Moon Quartz and Diamonds
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Green Tourmaline 5.5 carats approx. Moon Quartz 9 carats approx. Diamonds 0.80 carat approx. Limited Edition Introducing the limited edition Candy Bl...
Diamond, Brown Diamond, Quartz, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Heart-shaped clip-on earring by GIVENCHY PARIS, gold plated, 1980s
By Givenchy
Located in Stuttgart, DE
Heart-shaped ear clip with red Gripoix glass and large handmade pearl from GIVENCHY PARIS 1980s Measurement; Whole length 8 cm - Heart width 6 cm Above red Gripoix stone 2.4 cm in di...
Crystal, Other, Gold Plate
$4,250
W 0.79 in D 0.2 in L 1.11 in
Set in 18K gold, Ethiopian Opal, Pink Sapphires & Diamonds Dangle Earrings
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, Ethiopian Opal & Pink Sapphires Dangle "butterfly" Earrings set in 18K white Gold & natural Diamonds. The weight of the Ethiopian Opal is 1.68 ...
Diamond, Opal, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold
Syna Earrings with Moon Quartz, Emeralds, Rubies, Sapphires & Diamonds
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Moon quartz 13 carats approx. Emeralds 0.15 carat approx. Rubies 0.20 carat approx. Sapphires 0.20 carat approx. Diamonds 0.25 carat approx. 18 kyg bu...
Diamond, Emerald, Quartz, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Chanel Gold-Tone Star Double-C Medallion Drop Earrings, Italy
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
A striking pair of Chanel statement earrings from Collection 23, featuring the house’s iconic interlocking double-C medallions suspended from star motifs accented with crystals. Craf...
Base 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
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.
Herve Van der Straeten Vintage Gilt Hand Pearl Drop Statement Earrings
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Scarce Herve Van der Straeten gestured hand, hammered gilt metal clip-on statement earrings accented by a large glass faux baroque pearl. Singed Herve Van der Straeten on the back, m...
Pearl
Sold
H 4.5 in W 2 in L 4.5 in
Herve Van der Straeten Gold Plated Concentric Circle Dangle Pierced Earrings
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in North Miami, FL
These dramatic french geometric hand wrought gold plated and hand hammered pierced earrings are by Herve Van der Straeten. They are long dangle earrings with angled circles; geometri...
Gold Plate
Herve Van Der Straeten Collectible Earrings
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
24Kt gilded bronze pierced earrings. Pieces are articulated . Coral motif. This designer is not making jewelry anymore, he is now concentrating on his iconic furniture designs. Find...
Whimsical Gold Statement Earrings by Herve Van Der Straeten
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Stunning vintage fashion-forward Parisian statement earrings! The whimsical clip-on statement earrings are comprised out of lightweight hammered gold-plated brass segments in a uniq...
Gold
Herve Van Der Straeten Pair of Sculptural Gold Plated Hallmarked Earrings
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in North Miami, FL
These stunning and sculptural pair of gold plated clip on teardrop shape long dangle earrings are by the noted and collectable Herve Van Der Straeten; a French artist. They are a be...
Gold Plate
Herve van der Straeten "Sunflower" Pierced Drop Earrings
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
Gilded brass pierced "sunflower" earrings from Paris based designer Herve van der Straeten.
Gold Plate
Herve van der Straeten Hammered Gold and Pearl Drop Earrings
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
Lightweight and beautiful hammered gold plated brass circle earrings with pearl drops from Herve van der Straeten. 2.75" L
Pearl, Gold Plate
Herve Van Der Straeten Two-Tone Cascading Petal Motif Clip Earrings
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
Gold plated brass and oxidized silver plated brass clip earrings from famed jewelry designer Herve van der Straeten. 4" length Designer Biography: Hervé Van der Straeten wa...
Gold Plate, Silver Plate