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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Van der Straeten necklace / belt by Hervé Van der Straeten circa 1990
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
HERVÉ VAN DER STRAETEN - A ready-to-wear Collection circa 1990 under the artistic direction of Hervé Van der Straeten. Bended blackened metal articulated necklace/belt assembled on ...
Van der Straeten necklace / belt by Hervé Van der Straeten circa 1990
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
HERVÉ VAN DER STRAETEN - A ready-to-wear Collection circa 1990 under the artistic direction of Hervé Van der Straeten. Dickey necklace/belt made of three beaten silvery-metal pastil...
Van der Straeten necklace/belt by Hervé Van der Straeten circa 1990
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
HERVÉ VAN DER STRAETEN - A ready-to-wear Collection circa 1990 under the artistic direction of Hervé Van der Straeten. Dickey necklace/belt made of three beaten golden-metal pastill...
Gilt Metal
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 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...
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
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...
2 Carat Green Tourmaline & Diamond Pendant / Necklace 14 Karat White Gold, 16"L
Located in New York, NY
Approximately 2 Carat Green Tourmaline & Diamond Pendant / Necklace 14 Karat White Gold, 16"Long This spectacular Pendant Necklace consisting of a single long Emerald cut Green Tourmaline 2...
Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
105 Carat Natural Sapphire Bead Two-Strand Necklace Sterling Silver Clasp
Located in New York, NY
Natural approximately 105 Ct Natural Sapphire Bead double Strand Necklace sterling silver adjustable clasp All natural beads , no color enhancement 14"- 16" long 2 layers of Nat...
Sapphire, Sterling Silver
$3,000 / item
H 2.2 in W 0.76 in L 16 in
Handcrafted 14 Karat Yellow Gold Hammered Leaf Pendant, Accented with Diamonds
By I. Reiss
Located in Great Neck, NY
14 Karat Yellow Gold Hand-Crafted Matte and Hammer-Finished Ruffle-Edged Leaf Pendant, Accented with 0.11 Carats of a Pave Set Diamond Bale, Sliding on a 16" Rolo Chain.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. 0.07ct Diamond Fleur de Lis Key Pendant
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in London, GB
This sparkling diamond pendant is from Tiffany & Co.’s Iconic key collection. This particular key design is called the Fleur de Lis. A trio of round brilliant diamonds are rub ov...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA 10.85ct 18K Jumbo Emerald Choker Necklace Cuban Link Emerald Cushion Choker
Located in Jupiter, FL
Featured here is a 10.85-carat stunning, emerald choker necklace in 18K yellow gold. Displayed in the center is a natural cushion cut Colombian emerald accented by a simple prong setting, allowing for the emerald to be shown in full view. The earth-mined Muzo emerald has a desirable lush green color with excellent qualities. A 13-15 inch solid gold Cuban...
Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$495 / item
H 4.93 in W 4.93 in L 8.67 in
Cherub Angel Diamond-Cut Details 12.5mm Square 14K Yellow Gold Charm
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
Metal Quality: 14K Yellow Gold Pendant Charm Shape: Square Measurements: 12.5 mm X 12.5 mm Total Gram Weight: 1.3 g
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Hand-Crafted 14K Yellow Gold Hand-of-God 'Hamsa Hand' Pendant
By I. Reiss
Located in Great Neck, NY
14 Karat Yellow Gold Hand-Crafted Polish-Finished Hand-of-God (Hamsa Hand) Pendant, Centered with 0.08 Carats of a Pave Set Diamond Chai, Sliding on a 16" Rolo Chain.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,000 / item
H 0.78 in W 0.78 in Dm 0.78 in L 16 in
Hand-Crafted 14K Yellow Gold Intertwined Heart and Star of David Pendant
By I. Reiss
Located in Great Neck, NY
14 Karat Yellow Gold Hand-Crafted Polish-Finished 19mm Star of David Pendant, Draped with 0.07 Carats of a Pave Set Diamond Heart, and Sliding on a 16" Rolo Chain.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Chanel Collier Sautoir Perle Pre Fall 2015 Paris Salzburg Pearls string necklace
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel necklace Pre Fall or Métiers d'Art 2015 collection (Paris Salzburg) long necklace composed of a row of fancy pearls of different sizes interspersed with small floral motifs an...
Zircon, Gilt Metal
Vintage Petite Sun, Moon and Stars Diamond Station Double Row Gold Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Vintage Petite Sun, Moon and Stars Diamond Station Double Row Gold Necklace. Suspended from a 14K Yellow Gold Link Chain. Measuring approx. 18” long. More Beautiful...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ice Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Thin Long Necklace
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat white gold necklace with 31.69 carats of briolette cut ice diamonds. Alex Jona jewels stand out, not only for their spe...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Tiffany & Co. Diamond, Chrysoprase, and Spinel Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co. Diamond,Chrysoprase, and Spinel Necklace This necklace has a flexible design set to the front with a leaf motif, set throughout with square-cut and baguette diamonds (w...
Diamond, Spinel, 18k Gold
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.
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...
Herve Van der Straeten Hammered Gilt Asymmetrical Statement Necklace
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Hand-crafted contemporary hammered gilt metal asymmetrical statement necklace by Herve Van Der Straeten - made in Paris circa 2000s. Singed HVD. The necklace opens up to accommodate ...
Vintage Architectural Asymmetrical Wave Statement Necklace
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Vintage architectural wave statement necklace comprised out of 14k electroplated hammered metal "metal dore" in an asymmetrical edgy design. The necklace has an adjustable silk cord ...
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...
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H 5.25 in W 1.1 in D 0.2 in L 11 in
A hammered gold plated metal necklace, Herve Van Der Straeten, France , 1990s.
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in Greyabbey, County Down
A stunning statement necklace and unique design, sculptural and highly stylised, from Herve Van Der Straeten. Consisting of five variabl...
Gilt Metal
Contemporary Architectural Statement Necklace by Herve Van Der Straeten
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Stunning fashion-forward Parisian statement necklace! Unique creativity and design mixed with handcrafted quality in geometric harmony by a Parisian hand in the Marais. The geometric...
Hammered Gilt Statement Necklace “Collier” by Herve Van Der Straeten
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in Palm Springs, CA
This edgy statement architectural modern necklace was created in Paris by Herve van der Straeten - comprised of hand manipulated hammered gilt electroplated metal the necklace featur...
Herve Van Der Straeten Sun Necklace Made for Jessye Norman Opera Legend
By Herve Van Der Straeten
Located in New York, NY
An extraordinary necklace that was personally made for opera legend Jessye Norman by Herve van der Straeten in Paris. The hammered gold gilt bronze neckl...
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