VAN CLEEF & ARPELS 'Mystery-Set Ruby Pont Neuf Huggie Earrings
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- $75,000
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- Sale price
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VAN CLEEF & ARPELS 'Mystery-Set Ruby Pont Neuf Huggie Earrings
The Mystery Set represents a significant advancement in jewelry design, patented by Van Cleef & Arpels in 1933. This innovative technique enables gemstones to be set without any visible metal, resulting in captivating mosaics characterized by rich and vibrant colors. Notable gemstones such as rubies, sapphires, and emeralds are prominently featured in various floral and foliate motifs. A renowned example of this technique is the exquisite double holly leaf brooch, which was presented to Wallis Simpson by the Duke of Windsor. The Mystery Set technique has emerged as a hallmark of Van Cleef & Arpels’ legacy and continues to enchant collectors and enthusiasts with its distinctive aesthetic appeal.
The elegant forward arch of the earrings draws inspiration from their namesake, the Pont Neuf, which stands as the oldest surviving bridge spanning the Seine River. With its five iconic arches, this architectural marvel gracefully connects the heart of Paris. Its majestic structure has not only served as a vital thoroughfare but has also captured the imagination of renowned artists such as Claude Monet and Pierre-Auguste Renoir, who immortalized its beauty in their celebrated works.
Circa - 1990
Ruby and Diamond
18K White Gold
French Assay Marks
Signed - Van Cleef & Arpels
SKU: SKU: E2272
