Name: De Lillo 1970s Faux Coral & Turquoise Bracelet and Earrings
Brand: William De Lillo
Rating: 5 (53 reviews)

De Lillo 1970s Faux Coral & Turquoise Bracelet and Earrings

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About the Item

In like new condition with original hang tag from the 1980s is this beautiful faux coral and turquoise bracelet and earrings by New York designer William De Lillo. The bracelet has six strands of coral glass beads and faux peals connected by a clasp of two large medallions. The gold plate medallions are set with lucite turquoise and coral cabochons with small rhinestone accents. The matching button style earrings are identical to the medallions of the bracelet except they have a clip back. The back off the clips is inscribed de LILLO N.Y. The bracelet has a push pin box clasp with an oval plaque inscribed Wm de Lillo in script. Laid flat the bracelet is 7.5 inches long with a wearable length of 7 inches when not twisted. The bracelet clasp and earrings are 1.38 inches wide and .63 inches deep. Excellent condition. Belgian born designer William De Lillo started his career working for reputable fine jewelry houses such as; Cartier, Harry Winston and Miriam Haskell. before branching out on his own with the help of Robert F. Clark (head designer for Miriam Haskell) forming William De Lillo Ltd. In New York City in 1968. The unique bold aspect of DeLillo’s pieces attracted the attention of not only celebrities like Elizabeth Taylor, but also American and French fashion houses with whom he later collaborated. For example, for Adolfo he created exaggerated layered pearl necklaces with tassel finishes. King Tut’s exhibition was a phenomenon is the early 1970’s providing De Lillo with inspiration in creating avant-garde, geometric and tubular encrusted jeweled collars for Bill Blass. New York City’s fast paced lifestyle caused the designing duo to make a move to a chateau in the South of France. This was not the end, but the peak of their careers. In Paris, they collaborated with the house of Chanel, Nina Ricci, Schiaparelli and Yves Saint Laurent. The impeccable craftsmanship, materials and attention to detail built a reputable European clientele, one being the Duchess of Windsor. The Baron and Baroness de Rothschild sponsored an exhibit in Paris in 1978, showcasing jewelry and sculpture by William de Lillo and Robert Clark. After a few years in France, William DeLillo and Robert Clark decided to move back to the United States, eventually settling down in Phoenix, Arizona. Not much is known about the House of DeLillo, however their pieces are some of the most scarce and coveted amongst private collectors and museums. Mr. DeLillo died in 2011 followed by his life partner Robert F. Clark a few years after.

Creator:
William De Lillo
Metal:
Gold Plate
Weight:
90 g
Dimensions:
Width: 1.38 in (35.06 mm)Depth: 0.63 in (16.01 mm)Length: 7 in (177.8 mm)
Place of Origin:
United States
Period:
1970-1979
Date of Manufacture:
1970
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use. Very fine to excellent condition.
Seller Location:
New York, NY
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU54411123132

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