Van Cleef & Arpels Paris "Pelouse" Diamond and Onyx Bombé Ring
Regular price
$26,500
Created circa 1985, this Van Cleef & Arpels Paris diamond and onyx bombé ring is set in 18K gold. The high domed form is pave-set with round brilliant-cut diamonds interspersed with circular-cut onyx spots. Beautifully balanced and proportioned, this sparkling black and white cocktail ring combines a playful spirit with serious glamor.
Item #: R-20881
Artist: Van Cleef & Arpels
Country: France
Circa: 1985
Size: 6.5 (this ring can be sized; please contact the gallery for further information)
Materials: 90 round diamonds (approximate total weight 3.17 carats); 18 round-cut onyx; 18K Gold
Signed: VCA M37382 3.17CT 18K, with French assay mark
Item #: R-20881
Artist: Van Cleef & Arpels
Country: France
Circa: 1985
Size: 6.5 (this ring can be sized; please contact the gallery for further information)
Materials: 90 round diamonds (approximate total weight 3.17 carats); 18 round-cut onyx; 18K Gold
Signed: VCA M37382 3.17CT 18K, with French assay mark
Van Cleef & Arpels have described their style as having "an air of spontaneity with perfect mastery", governed by "an innate sense of proportion." 1980s designs such as this celebrated the decade's return to classical and pure lines and controlled curves, as well as the pleasure of wearing precious stone jewelry every day.
Van Cleef & Arpels have described their style as having "an air of spontaneity with perfect mastery", governed by "an innate sense of proportion." 1980s designs such as this celebrated the decade's return to classical and pure lines and controlled curves, as well as the pleasure of wearing precious stone jewelry every day.
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