ABOUT VAN CLEEF & ARPELS
Born from the union of Esther (known as Estelle) Arpels and Alfred Van Cleef, the Maison came into being at Place Vendôme in Paris in 1906, marking the debut of a bejeweled destiny.
The inspirations
The Maison’s sources of inspiration—including love, nature, couture or dance—open the gate to an enchanting universe.
Explore below the eight themes that have nourished Van Cleef & Arpels' creativity since its origins.
The stone expertise
At the heart of the Maison's identity, rare gems guide its creativity.
Throughout the years, Van Cleef & Arpels has developed a specific taste, passed on from one expert to the other.
The savoir-faire
The Maison has perpetuated the excellence of its know-how for more than 100 years.
Patented in 1933, the Mystery Set technique embodies its ingenuity.
The collections
At the crossroads of creativity and poetry, the Maison has perpetuated a highly distinctive style which gave rise to many signatures.
The initiatives
L’ÉCOLE, School of Jewelry Arts
Established in 2012 with the support of Van Cleef & Arpels, L’ÉCOLE, School of Jewelry Arts aims to introduce the public to all aspects of jewelry culture through courses, conferences, and exhibitions.
de Mains en mains
Since 2021, "de Mains en mains" introduces the jewelry professions to young people, adults in career transition and the general public.
Dance Reflections by Van Cleef & Arpels
Profoundly attached to the world of dance, the Maison has reaffirmed its commitment to the choreographic arts in 2020 with Dance Reflections by Van Cleef & Arpels.
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