Charming Animals
In 1954, Van Cleef & Arpels reimagined high jewelry by creating La Boutique, a unique place that offered a modern, daywear line of jewels. Among them were clips featuring charming animals. Whether puckish or mischievous, they introduced a lively note to jewelry in Place Vendôme.
Lightsome fantasy
In the 1950s, Van Cleef & Arpels created a lightsome world of charming little animals. Inspired by early animated films, they range from endearing to burlesque. Surprisingly proportioned, some evoke the humorous aesthetic of cartoons.
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Drawing of a Winking cat clip, circa 1954 - Van Cleef & ArpelsDrawing of Mouse brosche, circa 1945-1950
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Drawing featuring Turtle brooch, circa 1945-1950Rabbit clip, 1960Yellow gold, platinum, sapphire, ruby, diamonds
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Bull clip, 1964Yellow gold, platinum, sapphire, diamondsFrog clip, 1967Yellow gold, emeralds
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Owl clip, 1970Yellow gold, platinum, emerald, diamonds
Gallery of characters
Van Cleef & Arpels tells the tale of its delightful menagerie filled with humanlike and irresistible characters. Nosey, whimsical, peaceful… each with a unique manner that clients enjoyed matching with their own disposition.
Catch’em all
The Van Cleef & Arpels’ family of animal clips is one that never stops growing. From dogs to elephants, foxes to squirrels, the charming animals make delightful gifts and collections for jewelry lovers.
