Iconic jewelry from the 60s: snail earrings and brooch by Christian Dior with 6.74 ct diamonds
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Here is a piece that is both atypical and emblematic of the 1960s. Emblematic for its size, materials, and signature, Christian Dior! We have looked through many issues of Vogue and Elle from the 1960s, but found no similar piece. Their shapes evoke snails: their bodies are made of silver and covered with burgundy suede. On the back, the artist used 18-carat gold for the finish. Also set in yellow gold, the 43 brilliant-cut diamonds, with a total weight of just under 7.00 ct, are distributed on the snails.
Group of antique jewelry objects:
Jewelry set (matching jewelry set)
Condition:
excellent condition
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Country of origin:
Although it bears no readable control mark, we believe it is of French origin.
Style:
Vintage 1960s (20th century) or more information about styles
Period:
circa 1950
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Source of inspiration:
Mother Nature
Theme:
snails
Material:
silver on the top and supported by 18-carat yellow gold (see explanation about silver on gold).
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Technique:
The maison snail in silver metal has been covered with burgundy-colored suede.
Additional information:
Christian Dior - The Maison Dior was founded on December 16, 1946 in a "maison private" at 30, avenue Montaigne, Paris B. In 1950, Christian Dior was the exclusive designer of Marlene Dietrich's dresses for Alfred Hitchcock's film Stage Fright. In 1951, Dior published his first book, Je suis couturier. Despite a strong European audience, more than half of his turnover was then generated in the United States. In 1957, at the death of Christian Dior, Yves Saint Laurent, then aged 21, became the artistic director. Saint Laurent left the maison after creating six Dior collections. (according to Wikipedia)
Diamond(s):
43 brilliant-cut diamonds with an estimated weight of ± 6.74 ct. (color and clarity: K/M, vs/si).
- All diamond weights, color shades, and clarity are approximate as the stones are not removed from their settings to preserve the integrity of the mounting.
Birthstones:
The diamond is the birthstone (or stone of the month) for April.
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Brand:
Christian Dior
Signature:
Christian Dior
Hallmarks:
No trace.
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Dimensions:
brooch 6.40 cm (2.52 inches) x 5.60 cm (2.20 inches), earrings 2.90 cm (1.14 inch) x 3.30 cm (1.30 inch)
Weight:
77.50 grams (49.83 dwt)
Référence 58 Facettes : 9806894268745
SKU : 18134-0007
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