Van Cleef & Arpels Silk Handbag Embroidered with Gold Thread and Gemstones

Art Deco Van Cleef & Arpels Silk Handbag with Gold Thread and Gemstones

An extraordinary creation by Van Cleef & Arpels, this French evening handbag epitomizes haute couture artistry and refined luxury. Crafted from lustrous silk, the exterior is richly embroidered with gold thread in intricate loops and rosettes, forming a mesmerizing tapestry of texture and light.

Each rosette is crowned with a cabochon gemstone—including amethyst, citrine, blue topaz, peridot, and garnet—arranged in perfect harmony of color and symmetry. The result is a handbag that shimmers like jewelry, reflecting the Maison’s unparalleled attention to detail and creativity.

The piece is framed in gilt silver and finished with a gold-tone chain and kiss-lock clasp. Measuring approximately 7 inches by 5 inches, this exceptional accessory bears the inscription “Van Cleef & Arpels – Made in France” along the interior frame, confirming its authenticity and French origin.

A remarkable example of Van Cleef & Arpels’ mid-century elegance, this jeweled handbag bridges the worlds of fine jewelry and fashion—an objet d’art destined for both collectors and connoisseurs of luxury design.

Details:

• Designer: Van Cleef & Arpels

• Origin: France

• Material: Silk embroidered with gold thread

• Gemstones: Amethyst, Citrine, Blue Topaz, Peridot, Garnet (cabochon-cut)

• Frame: Gilt silver

• Hardware: Gold-tone chain

• Markings: Van Cleef & Arpels – Made in France (interior frame)

• Closure: Kiss-lock clasp

• Measurements: Approx. 7.5" x 5"

• Period: Art Deco, 1920s–1930s

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