Image of Gallery in South Kensington
On display at V&A South Kensington
Fashion, Room 40

This object consists of 2 parts, some of which may be located elsewhere.

Ring

ca. 1995 (made)
Artist/Maker
Place of origin

After working with designers Pierre Cardin, Jacques Esterel and Jean Patou, Jean-Paul Gaultier (b. 1952 in Arcueil, France) launched his first collection in 1976. His iconoclastic style defined 1980s and early 1990s French fashion. Many of his collections have drawn inspiration from street fashion and from popular culture. His work often features unusual cut and startling accessories.


Object details

Category
Object type
Parts
This object consists of 2 parts.

  • Ring
  • Green Flocked Jewellery Bag
Materials and techniques
Metal and rhinestones
Brief description
Ring, men's, black metal Greek cross ring, Jean-Paul Gaultier, France, ca. 1995.
Physical description
Black metal Greek cross ring with a heart of crimson rhinestones in the center and a stamp with the Gaultier label above.
Marks and inscriptions
'Gaultier'
Credit line
Given by Mark Reed
Summary
After working with designers Pierre Cardin, Jacques Esterel and Jean Patou, Jean-Paul Gaultier (b. 1952 in Arcueil, France) launched his first collection in 1976. His iconoclastic style defined 1980s and early 1990s French fashion. Many of his collections have drawn inspiration from street fashion and from popular culture. His work often features unusual cut and startling accessories.
Collection
Accession number
T.82:1, 2-2011

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Record createdMarch 29, 2011
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