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The history of Van Cleef & Arpels jewellery

The house of Van Cleef & Arpels was created in 1896 with the union between Estelle Arpels, daughter of a precious stone dealer, an

Van Cleef & Arpels jewellery

The house of Van Cleef & Arpels was created in 1896 with the union between Estelle Arpels, daughter of a precious stone dealer, and Alfred Van Cleef, from a family in the stone polishing business, who shared a passion for jewellery.

On 1906 June 16th, the House set up at 22 place Vendôme, a location already cradled in an international ambience of luxury. It was the beginning of their astonishing growth. Very quickly, special orders were to make Van Cleef & Arpels a benchmark in the field of high quality jewellery.

During the 20s, an artistic alliance consolidated the Van Cleef & Arpels style. Renée Puissant, the daughter of Estelle Arpels and Alfred Van Cleef, became the House’s artistic director. Joined in 1922 by René Sim Lacaze, a brilliant designer, they wrought an aesthetic heritage that is still celebrated today.

Between 1926 and 1939, with emblematic creations such as the “collier Zip” (zip necklace), the duo made the name of Van Cleef & Arpels synonymous with excellence in designer jewellery. From 1940 onwards, the legendary theme of ballerinas and fairies would make its appearance.

In 1968, the House created a truly lucky icon: the Alhambra. This elegant symbol with gold beaded borders experienced rapid popularity and became famous as a bringer of good fortune, the emblematic motif of Van Cleef & Arpels.

Van Cleef & Arpels jewellery

Van Cleef & Arpels jewellery

Van Cleef & Arpels Holiday Alhambra (2017) necklace in pink gold, bull eye and diamond

Van Cleef & Arpels 1970's ring in yellow gold, chrysoprase and diamonds

Van Cleef & Arpels brooch-pendant in yellow gold, chrysoprase and diamonds

Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra bracelet in yellow gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Magic Alhambra long necklace in yellow gold and cornelian

Van Cleef & Arpels earrings in yellow gold, ornamental stones and diamonds

Van Cleef & Arpels Pure Alhambra long necklace in yellow gold and mother of pearl

Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra Vintage bracelet in yellow gold and mother of pearl

Van Cleef & Arpels ring in yellow gold and diamonds

Van Cleef & Arpels Deux Papillons earrings in yellow gold, diamonds and lapis-lazuli

Van Cleef & Arpels ring in yellow gold, diamonds and ruby

Van Cleef & Arpels Perlée Signature bangle in yellow gold, size M

Van Cleef & Arpels Deux Papillons necklace in white gold and diamonds

Van Cleef & Arpels bracelet in yellow gold, diamonds and ruby

Van Cleef & Arpels Philippine 1960's ring in yellow gold and diamonds

Van Cleef & Arpels Rose de Noel earrings in yellow gold, coral and diamonds

Van Cleef & Arpels Rose de Noel brooch-pendant in yellow gold, coral and diamonds

Van Cleef & Arpels Magic Alhambra bracelet in yellow gold, mother of pearl and onyx

Van Cleef & Arpels Sweet Alhambra earrings in yellow gold and turquoise

Twisted Van Cleef & Arpels 1970's ring in yellow gold and lapis-lazuli

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