By Verdura
Located in Zurich, CH
Stylish pair of 18 karat yellow gold and citrine ear clips by Verdura.
Eye-catching 18 karat yellow gold ear clips of slightly bombé design, each in form of a stylised shell and decorated with 10 calibré-cut, trapeze-shaped citrines. These delightful earrings are designed to be worn up the lobe and are suitable for day and evening wear. Completed by comfortable omega clip backs.
They have been recently professionally cleaned and are in very good condition.
Signed VERDURA
Made in Italy
Total weight: 22.6 grams
Duke Fulco di Verdura started his career in Paris in the 1920s. He ventured to America in 1934 and designed jewels for the stars of the era, including Marlene Dietrich and Greta Garbo. During the war he gained a following of high-profile clients amongst New York's society who was enticed with the bold yet understated "chic" of his creations.
In 1985, Ward Landrigan, head of Sotheby's US...
Category
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Trapezoid Cut Earrings
MaterialsCitrine, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold