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A gilt metal mixed chain 'twist' necklace, Christian Dior, c1970s

$818.97
£595
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A striking and elegant choker necklace, beautifully made of two different chain elements that twist, one with the other, of outstanding quality. Very classic in its design, and very classic Dior of this period, this necklace would work perfectly in the evening, and also the daytime, with a more casual relaxed look. Christian Dior was born into a wealthy family in 1905, being raised in the Normandy seaside town of Granville. Working first for Robert Piguet and then for Lucien Lelong as a head designer, during the war years, he then opened his own couture house in 1947. His now highly celebrated and iconic first collection ‘Corolle’ caused a sensation, and is now known by its more famous name ‘New Look’. From the very beginning of this couture house, jewellery played a very prominent part in his collections, initially recalling brighter and more romantic times, for example, the pomp and grandeur of the 18th century , its femininity and glamour, and later moving into extravagant experiments with Austrian stones and paste, throughout the late 1950s until the 1970s. Yves Saint Laurent , followed by Marc Bohan, continued the unique style pioneered by Christian Dior after his death. The fashion house goes from strength to strength today, with the wonderful visionary Maria Grazia Chiuri at the helm.
  • Creator:
  • Metal:
  • Weight:
    242 g
  • Dimensions:
    Width: 1 in (25.4 mm)Depth: 0.8 in (20.32 mm)Length: 16.5 in (419.1 mm)
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    early 1970s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. There is some slight wear to the gilding, namely on the clasp terminals. But, otherwise, this necklace is in good vintage condition The necklace is quite heavy (see weight above), which should be taken into consideration.......
  • Seller Location:
    Greyabbey, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: FB08041stDibs: LU309212377562

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