Brooch
1960 (made)
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During the 1950s jewellers explored the linear patterns of ribbed and textured gold. Van Cleef & Arpels created pieces where the weave of particular fabrics or trimmings were recreated in gold wire - as in this diamond brooch based on a loosely-knotted twist of braid.
Object details
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| Object type | |
| Materials and techniques | Gold and diamonds |
| Brief description | Gold and diamond brooch made by Van Cleef & Arpels, Paris, 1960. |
| Physical description | Brooch resembling a length of gold braid with diamonds down the centre, the braid forming a circular loop with the ends tied loosely in a knot. |
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| Credit line | Given by the American Friends of the V&A through the generosity of Patricia Goldstein |
| Subjects depicted | |
| Summary | During the 1950s jewellers explored the linear patterns of ribbed and textured gold. Van Cleef & Arpels created pieces where the weave of particular fabrics or trimmings were recreated in gold wire - as in this diamond brooch based on a loosely-knotted twist of braid. |
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| Collection | |
| Accession number | M.135-2007 |
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| Record created | January 16, 2008 |
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