{"title":"The Statement Edit","description":"\u003cp\u003eSculptural shapes, bold proportions and pieces that hold their own. Start with one; keep the rest simple.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"vintage-christian-dior-brooch","title":"Vintage Christian Dior Brooch","description":"\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis brooch adorned with a natural crystal. It was created in the 1966 by the German company Grosse for the fashion house Dior. Christian Dior entered into a contract with this company in 1955: he was impressed by the quality of their craft and entrusted them to produce costume jewelry for his house, as well as granted them the exclusive right to sell Christian Dior jewelry in their boutiques.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe encountered a similar brooch at a collector's, who asserted that this series of brooches was featured in the book \"100 Years of Passion for Grosse and Bijoux Christian Dior,\" noting that each crystal was unique, rendering the jewelry truly one-of-a-kind.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTruly rare and valuable piece. Good vintage condition.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"Christian Dior","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48237104038212,"sku":"","price":350.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0380\/3499\/7387\/files\/08400E8B-650A-4348-A3B1-FB334F44DAC2.jpg?v=1771945265"},{"product_id":"lot-112","title":"Lot 112: Vintage Madame Grès Necklace","description":"","brand":"Madame Grès","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54261051687236,"sku":"","price":300.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0380\/3499\/7387\/files\/IMG_5238.jpg?v=1739548642"},{"product_id":"lot-115-vintage-chanel-clips","title":"Lot 115: Vintage Faux Pearl Chanel Clips","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe are accepting congratulations on acquiring the first Chanel jewelry in our collection!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eObtaining anything with the hallmark of this iconic brand is indeed a challenging feat. Chanel stands as one of the most renowned fashion houses, elevating almost all of their items to collector's status.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVarious periods in the brand's history captivate the interest of collectors, fashion historians, and dedicated fans: Coco Chanel is the subject of countless lectures and books, with numerous quotes attributed to her, some of which were never actually said by her. Additionally, we find continuous inspiration from the legacy of Karl Lagerfeld, who revitalized the fashion house when he joined in the 80s. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the spring of 2023, the Costume Institute unveiled a comprehensive exhibition named \"Karl Lagerfeld: A Line of Beauty.\" This exhibition fueled even greater interest in the creations of Karl and, at the same time, triggered an increase in prices for vintage items of the brand.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTo authenticate our piece, we sought the expertise of a vintage collector and seller. He meticulously examined the pearl, utilizing a magnifying glass to carefully inspect the hallmark.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith our hearts pounding, we awaited his verdict... And hooray! These are indeed genuine Chanel clips. The most remarkable aspect of this discovery is that Princess Diana herself wore the same model of clips in the late 80s and early 90s.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePrincess Diana in Budapest (May 8, 1990) wearing the same clips:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0380\/3499\/7387\/files\/80762393_2477832195800935_5050608771017998336_n_480x480.jpg?v=1691155238\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0380\/3499\/7387\/files\/26198050_1989432184640941_7263243568562844559_o_480x480.jpg?v=1691155459\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAt the Theatre Museum in Covent Garden in London (September 12, 1990):\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0380\/3499\/7387\/files\/29366314_2025250354392457_6489474281771106304_n_480x480.jpg?v=1691155495\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0380\/3499\/7387\/files\/59484790_2280534652197358_7922024468317208576_n_480x480.jpg?v=1691155500\" width=\"345\" height=\"345\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhaley Bridge Rose Queen Festival (June 14, 1990):\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0380\/3499\/7387\/files\/273788526_3093784357539046_347193335741675042_n_480x480.jpg?v=1691155639\" alt=\"\"\u003e \u003cbr\u003eAnd our favourite outfit with a turtleneck in Oxford (February 6, 1990): \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0380\/3499\/7387\/files\/164073686_2849058428678308_951819015344659472_n_480x480.jpg?v=1691155938\" alt=\"\" width=\"281\" height=\"404\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGood vintage condition. The mother-of-pearl coating on the faux pearls has been reapplied.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chanel","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54285228933444,"sku":"","price":650.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0380\/3499\/7387\/files\/IMG_5320.jpg?v=1739890297"},{"product_id":"lot-122-vintage-alexis-lahellec-bracelet","title":"Lot 122: Vintage Alexis Lahellec Bracelet","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVintage bracelet created by French designer Alexis Lahellec. Perfect vintage condition. The length of the bracelet is 23 cm. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Alexis Lahellec\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCertain talented designers deserve to be rediscovered, and Alexis Lahellec, the creator of the bracelet, is a prime example.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eDuring the 1980s and 1990s, he specialized in crafting costume jewelry. \u003c\/span\u003eSome of his works were pictured in Vogue, \u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eadorning the era's top models.\u003c\/span\u003e.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eFor instance, Linda Evangelista, captured by Patrick Demarchelier for Italian Vogue's September 1990 issue, wore a pair of clip-on earrings created by Alexis Lahellec:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0380\/3499\/7387\/files\/2023-11-06_15.05.33_480x480.png?v=1699279645\" alt=\"\" width=\"290\" height=\"355\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003eIn Vogue Italia's June 1992 issue, Yasmeen Ghauri wore Alexis Lahellec's clip-on earrings, photographed by Walter Chin.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0380\/3499\/7387\/files\/2023-11-06_14.54.52_480x480.png?v=1699279667\" alt=\"\" width=\"215\" height=\"263\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eKaren Mulder was featured wearing a set of costume jewelry by Alexis Lahellec in the \"Flamboyant\" photo shoot by Ellen von Unwerth for Vogue Italia in 1991.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0380\/3499\/7387\/files\/2023-11-06_14.53.20_480x480.png?v=1699279564\" alt=\"\" width=\"334\" height=\"213\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eIn the 90s he closed his brand, and switched to furniture and interior design.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThis is an armchair of his design inspired by the sculptor \u003cspan\u003eNiki de Saint Phalle:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0380\/3499\/7387\/files\/Papier_mache_table__chair_02-min.jpg.525x525_q80_box-0_0_4000_4000_crop_480x480.jpg?v=1699278101\" alt=\"\" width=\"263\" height=\"263\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLooking at this chair, \u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eit's difficult not to observe certain design parallels with the bracelet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Alexis Lahellec","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54329344524612,"sku":"","price":350.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0380\/3499\/7387\/files\/3_3f2ec490-a930-497c-a2e5-6ea54725bd7f.jpg?v=1740411200"},{"product_id":"lot-130-vintage-majorica-necklace","title":"Lot 130: Vintage Majorica Necklace","description":"\u003cp\u003eMajorica pearls are high-quality imitation pearls made on the island of Mallorca. They have a glass core coated with layers of an organic, marine-based substance, giving them a natural pearl-like appearance. Afterward, they are polished, colored, and coated for durability.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe clasp and chain made from gold-plated silver. The length of the necklace is 49-51 cm. Good vintage condition, no signs of use. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Majorica","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54445718765892,"sku":"","price":170.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0380\/3499\/7387\/files\/IMG_5756_84448459-fe4d-40f2-8568-29e05a4dad94.jpg?v=1741870957"},{"product_id":"lot-176-vintage-chanel-clpip-ons","title":"Lot 176: Vintage Chanel Clip-Ons","description":"\u003cp\u003eA pair of vintage Chanel round button earrings from the Spring 1995 collection, designed during the Karl Lagerfeld era.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe earrings feature a glossy black circular center with a raised gold-tone interlocking CC logo, framed by a textured beaded gold-tone border. A timeless and very recognizable Chanel silhouette — elegant, graphic. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe backs are stamped CHANEL 95 P CC MADE IN FRANCE, indicating the Spring 1995 collection.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSize: 2,5 cm\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chanel","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56902256755012,"sku":null,"price":750.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0380\/3499\/7387\/files\/IMG_1750.jpg?v=1782826769"},{"product_id":"lot-183-vintage-ugo-correani-shell-clip-on-earrings","title":"Lot 184: Vintage Ugo Correani Shell Clip-On Earrings","description":"\u003cp\u003eVintage Ugo Correani clip-on earrings in the shape of scallop shells, made in translucent amber-orange resin with small clear rhinestone accents. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasurements: 3.5 × 4 cm \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThey have a playful seaside feeling. Perfect for a wedding guest outfit or for a beach party and a marine-themed summer evening.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUgo Correani:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0380\/3499\/7387\/files\/54eb466877345.jpg?v=1712326869\" alt=\"\" width=\"295\" height=\"440\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhile Ugo Correani's name may not be widely recognized today, his works are celebrated and well-known. For example, he designed jewelry for the first Haute Couture Chanel collection when Karl Lagerfeld became its creative designer. Pearl necklaces that are very pricey today were made by this man.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrom Vogue Archive, 1983:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg height=\"378\" width=\"310\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0380\/3499\/7387\/files\/2024-04-05_15.25.38.png?v=1712323554\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlso he designed for Valentino and Christian Lacroix. But his most important work was for Gianni Versace. Correani made jewelry with those famous medusas heads that now are iconic for the fashion house. He also worked with Versace at La Scala creating accessories for the plays. He loved working with him and used to say that he wanted to be buried in a Versace suit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUgo Coreani for Versace: \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg height=\"385\" width=\"301\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0380\/3499\/7387\/files\/senatus_bNu3CA_master.jpg?v=1712325493\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg height=\"335\" width=\"223\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0380\/3499\/7387\/files\/c2459e3d34cb30cce5de21b16312075e.jpg?v=1712325495\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBelt by Ugo Correani for Atelier Versace, Vogue 1990 (photographed by Irving Penn):\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg height=\"728\" width=\"537\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0380\/3499\/7387\/files\/zoom-1.jpg?v=1712325893\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnfortunately, when he died there wasn’t any family member or colleague to make an archive with his works. And a lot of stuff was lost. And that’s why his jewelry is very expensive and rare today. Several years ago the founder of vintage store JJ Martin found his small atelier in Milan and discovered a huge amount of jewelry. She started to tell his story and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.harpersbazaar.com\/fashion\/designers\/a11647\/ugo-corrreani-jewelry-la-doublej-vintage\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHarpers Bazaar\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e called him the best-kept secrets in fashion jewelry. The stuff that she found was sold for at least 700 dollars.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ugo Correani","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56993081819460,"sku":null,"price":120.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0380\/3499\/7387\/files\/IMG_3458.jpg?v=1784283616"},{"product_id":"lot-188-vintage-gianfranco-ferre-cuff","title":"Lot 188: Vintage Gianfranco Ferré Cuff","description":"\u003cp\u003eA wide cuff bracelet with a transparent disc, gold-tone circle and glossy black column. The oversized design brings together Art Deco geometry, retrofuturism and 1980s-inspired maximalism, while the clear body keeps it visually light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt like a small piece of architecture by Gianfranco Ferré. Ferré studied architecture and brought its sense of structure and proportion into his designs. This bracelet is a clear example, built from bold geometric forms, contrasting materials and a carefully balanced construction. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBold enough to stand alone with a plain shirt, denim or relaxed tailoring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInner circumference: approximately 17 cm \u003cbr\u003eInner diameter: approximately 6 cm  \u003cbr\u003eCentral disc diameter: approximately 6.5 cm  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGood vintage condition with visible surface scratches and age-related wear, particularly to the gold-tone and transparent elements. The signature remains clear. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gianfranco Ferre","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57109742387524,"sku":null,"price":300.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0380\/3499\/7387\/files\/IMG_6609.jpg?v=1786800866"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0380\/3499\/7387\/collections\/IMG_6609.jpg?v=1788691808","url":"https:\/\/tinotchka.com\/collections\/statement-pieces.oembed","provider":"Tinotchka","version":"1.0","type":"link"}