Van Cleef & Arpels Enveloppe Tassel Evening Bag
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Paris, FR
Van Cleef & Arpels black enveloppe tassel bag featuring black fabric with gold-tone metallic finishing, a twisted crossbody strap & duo tassels, black silk interior with fla...
Designer Rare Van Cleef Arpels Style Jeweled Bag Clutch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Designer Rare Van Cleef Arpels Style Jeweled Bag Clutch Due to the item's age do not expect items to be in perfect condition and I may not describe every little scratch or spot. Ple...
Beautiful Van Cleef & Arpels Brown Jacquard Evening bag with Gold Chain
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Sheffield, GB
A beautiful Vintage VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Chocolate brown jacquard evening bag with a detachable gold chain strap.
Vintage Signed Van Cleef & Arpels Paris Bag
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
This purse also comes with the original Van Cleef & Arpels box!
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Black Evening Van Cleef & Arpels Bag 80s
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Verviers, BE
Beautiful Black satin evening bag from Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage featuring a top flap closure, a magnetic fastening, a shoulder strap, a tassel detail with passemterie. With ORIGINA...
Circa 1950 Van Cleef & Arpels 18 Karat Gold Evening Purse
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
Of woven design, this exquisite evening purse is embellished with circular-cut diamonds, opening to reveal a mirror, signed Van Cleef & Arpels, numbered, French assay and maker's m...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Designer Rare Van Cleef Arpels Style Jeweled Bag Clutch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Designer Rare Van Cleef Arpels Style Jeweled Bag Clutch Due to the item's age do not expect items to be in perfect condition and I may not describe every little scratch or spot. Ple...
1950s Van Cleef & Arpels Gold Makeup Purse
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Elegant Makeup compact finely crafted in 18k yellow gold with the original lipstick, powder case with mirror, hair comb and two compartments signed by Van Cleef and Arpels. Circa 1...
18k Gold
Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Gemstone Jeweled Evening Purse
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Van Cleef and Arpels double sided gemstone jeweled clutch. This is similar to the one that was gifted to the MET in 1986 by the Estate of H.R.H Duke and Duchess of Windsor ...
Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Fabulous Victorian Van Cleef & Arpels Yelow Gold Mesh Purse
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This fabulous antique golden mesh purse was created by Van Cleef & Arpels in the 1900's.
Van Cleef And Arpels Vintage Gem Set Evening Bag with Gilt Silver Frame
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New Hope, PA
A rare and collectible piece from Van Cleef & Arpels, this mid century gem set evening bag was Made in France. It has a large carved amethyst below the clasp on the front of the bag...
Van Cleef & Arpels Gold and Diamond Purse and Powder case set.
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels 18k two tone Gold and diamond purse and powder case set.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Pocket Mirror w/ Tassel Pouch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Pocket Mirror w/ Tassel Pouch Color: Black Hardware: Silvertone Materials: Glass mirror, acetate Overall Condition: Very good pre-owned condition, with the except...
1990s Vintage Black Silk Hand-Bag by Van Cleef & Arpels
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Aci Castello, IT
Van Cleef & Arpels 1990s Vintage Black Silk Handbag This exquisite and rare vintage handbag by Van Cleef & Arpels is a true collector's item, dating back to the 1990s. Crafted from l...
Black Evening Van Cleef & Arpels Bag 1980
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Verviers, BE
Beautiful Black silk evening bag from Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage featuring a top flap closure, a magnetic fastening, a shoulder strap, a tassel detail, a passementerie and a satin fi...
Van Cleef & Arpels Gold Purse Mirror
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
., numbered #B8690, French assay mark for 18kt gold, and black suede case stamped Van Cleef & Arpels, circa 1955-60. For use as a purse mirror, on a vanity table, or chic worn as a p...
18k Gold
Rare Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Siilk Evening Black and Gold Bag
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Paris, FR
Really nice Vintage Van Cleef and Arpels evening bag. Crossbody bag with silk rope to cross it. Golden detail in the flap. Sold with box.
Van Cleef & Arpels Gold-tone Heart Alhambra Stud Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Irvine, CA
Van Cleef & Arpels earrings feature gold-tone hardware in the shape of heart and stud closures. 67503MSC
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS The Florence Gould Natural Pearl Evening Purse
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
Designed as a seed pearl and white leather pouch, trimmed by seed pearl triangular overlay, suspending pearl drops with circular and rose-cut diamond caps and ribbon detail, to the t...
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
John Galliano for Christian Dior Pink Silk Flower Dress
By John Galliano, Christian Dior
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful blush pink silk dress with green and bright pink flowers by John Galliano for Christian Dior. It has ruched straps forming a front V, the skirt falls in gentle folds to ...
Missoni Colorful Silk Halter Dress
By Missoni
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous colorful fine silk knit halter dress from Missoni in a red, orange, blue, yellow, white, lavender and black abstract pattern. It slips on over the head and has 2 black str...
John Galliano for Christian Dior Silk Lace up Top and Skirt
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in Water Mill, NY
An incredible 2 piece silk skirt and top set in a pink and yellow flower print from John Galliano for Christian Dior. The top has adjustable functional pink lacing at the center fron...
John Galliano Lace Cardigan and 2 Camisoles Set
By John Galliano
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous cardigan and camisole set in black knit lace plus an additional matching red camisole all from John Galliano. The set consists of 2 flower pattern lace knit camisoles one ...
Alexander McQueen New Silk Top with Tulle and Lace Sleeves S/S 1999
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Water Mill, NY
An incredible grey fine silk knit top from Alexander McQueen. It is semi fitted with a crew neckline and elaborate grey net, tulle and lace layered sleeves. Unworn condition. Fits s...
F/W 2000 Gucci by Tom Ford Genuine Ostrich Skin Convertible Chain Clutch Bag
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Tom Ford designed this chic light tan ostrich leather top handle bag for Gucci's Fall/Winter 2000 collection. A black leather version of this bag debuted on the season's runway as pa...
Vintage Art Deco Handbag
Located in London, GB
The best things do come in small sizes. This evening bag has a gold decorative frame, with a central clasp , and internally there is one pouch pocket. Measurements: Width 6'', height...
Eudon Choi Grey Gown
Located in London, GB
A stunning and very elegant gown by Eudon Chois. In a pretty shade of grey , the dress has a sexy tie back and hangs beautifully. Measurements
1990s Richard Tyler Couture Size 6 Cranberry Red Burgundy Sequin Vintage Gown
By Richard Tyler Couture, Richard Tyler
Located in San Diego, CA
Phenomenal 90s RICHARD TYLER COUTURE cranberry red / burgundy / maroon fully sequined and beaded silk chiffon evening dress! Features thousands of vibrant hand-sewn sequins and beads...
Rare Early Yves Saint Laurent Black Rhinestone Top
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy vintage YSL knit top, with gorgeous rhinestones on each strap. Flattering fit, with incredible construction. In great condition. Approximately Size Small (lots of stretch) M...
Fendi c.1980s Vtg Brown Polished Leather Ball & Loop Lock Shoulder Crossbody Bag
By Fendi
Located in Thiensville, WI
A very rare Fendi circa late 1970's early 1980's vintage shoulder crossbody bag. Front flap is secured closed by a drawstring style patent leather cord that loops around a solid ball...
Thierry Mugler Black Suit Sculptural Jacket Skirtsuit
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Berlin, BE
Stunning Thierry Mugler skirtsuit, two piece set (jacket and skirt). Black sculptural suit made of high quality wool. Fabulous Thierry Mugler construction, deep V-neck, fitted waist...
Celine Brown Cut out Back Dress with Bead Trim S/S 2003
By Michael Kors, Celine
Located in Water Mill, NY
A very chic brown jersey dress by Michael Kors for Celine. It has rows of brown wooden bead adorned fine straps emanating from the front neckline which extend over the shoulders cros...
GIANNI VERSACE COUTURE S/S 2000 Purple Silk Blouse with Swarovski BUTTONS Y2K
By Gianni Versace Couture
Located in Switzerland, CH
Beautiful GIANNI VERSACE COUTURE SS 2000 silk blouse Finest purple silk Versace SS 2000 Jungle Collection Extremely versatile Sexy deep cleavage Swarovski crystal buttons Made in ...
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Two piece Wool Tweed Suit with Black Fox Fur Collar
Located in Amsterdam, NL
We offer more exclusive vintage items, view our frontstore. Details: 2-piece suit with a skirt and a jacket. Made from wool/tweed The black fox fur collar is non- detachable. Size f...
1960's Nina Ricci Black Couture Dress with Mink Trim
By Nina Ricci
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Elegant couture made late 1960's black silk cocktail dress with fitted corset bustier and dark brown mink fur trimmed bodice. The full skirt adds a touch of volume to the dress. Hand...
One of the world’s foremost jewelry houses, Van Cleef & Arpels is particularly noted for a focus on technical virtuosity, craftsmanship and artistry, evident since its beginning. Rather than create earrings, bracelets, necklaces and other adornments primarily for the aim of displaying of wealth and opulence, Van Cleef & Arpels sought to produce jewelry that projected the wearer’s taste and style.
The company was formed a year after the 1895 marriage of Alfred Van Cleef, the son of a gem cutter, to Estelle Arpels, daughter of precious-stones dealer Salomon Arpels. Ten years later, Van Cleef & Arpels opened its first boutique on the Place Vendôme in Paris, setting the march on a square now crowded with dealers in bijouterie. (The company still occupies the New York flagship store opened in 1939 at Fifth Avenue and 57th Street.)
Born from a union of expertise in both jewelry making and gem selection, Van Cleef & Arpels distinguished itself with both the consistency of the color and clarity of its stones and the creativity of its designs. In doing so, the house would win a roster of dedicated, fashion-conscious clients that included the Duchess of Windsor, Marlene Dietrich, Barbara Hutton, Jacqueline Onassis and Elizabeth Taylor. In 1933, Van Cleef & Arpels patented its trademark Mystery Setting — a technique by which gems are fitted into an intricate matrix of slots and “drawers” that keep the setting hidden. Another signal innovation was the Zip necklace, introduced in 1951, which can be worn either around the neck or, with the zipper closed, as a bracelet.
But as much as to the firm’s craftsmanship, clients have been drawn by the insouciance and playfulness of Van Cleef & Arpels designers, as well as their attunement to the cultural climate. After the discovery of Tutankhamun’s tomb in 1922, the company produced several lavish pieces featuring hieroglyphics and other Egyptian motifs to go along with the geometric Art Deco jewelry of that decade and the next. Following World War II, as symbols of freedom and rebirth, the firm focused on naturalistic forms such as birds, flowers, fruit and flying insects. High society’s 1960s fascination with the Near East and India prompted such pieces as the best-selling Alhambra necklace, popularized by Princess Grace.
Lately, attention among collectors and connoisseurs has centered on Van Cleef & Arpels’s quality of workmanship as much as its glamour. The firm was the subject of a 2012 show at the Cooper-Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum, as well as exhibitions at the Bowers Museum in Santa Ana, California, in 2013 and at the Musée des Arts Décoratifs in Paris in 2014.
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