A jewel that reads like a tapestry of color and light, this exceptional 1964 brooch captures the Maison’s gift for transforming precious stones into a living ornament.

At its heart, a richly carved emerald blossom is crowned with a delicate diamond-set star, radiating outward in a harmonious quatrefoil silhouette. Surrounding it, intricately carved rubies—each sculpted with foliate detailing—alternate with luminous emerald beads and vibrant ruby cabochon beads, creating a rhythmic interplay of saturated green and vivid pinkish-red hues.

A brilliant surround of round diamonds introduces scintillation and structure, each stone carefully calibrated to frame the composition without overpowering the carved gems. The dimensional gold beadwork and sculptural mounting lend texture and depth, allowing the brooch to feel architectural yet romantic—ornate, but perfectly balanced.

The reverse reveals the meticulous openwork gallery and finely engineered double pin stem, a testament to VAN CLEEF & ARPELS’ technical mastery during the 1960s, a period celebrated for bold color pairings and richly textured designs.

Circa - 1964 and Engraved

Approximate Length - 2.0" X 2.0"

French Assay Marks

Signed - Van Cleef & Arpels