Andre Vassort 1970 Paris Gem Set Earrings In 18Kt Gold With 19.22 Ctw In Diamonds And Emeralds
Pair of gem set earrings designed by Andre Vassort.
Exceptional pair of clip on earrings, created in Paris France at the atelier of the jeweler Andre Vassort. These classic pieces has been crafted in solid yellow gold of 18 karats and embellished with a gorgeous selection of natural gemstones. Fitted with hinged French omega backs for fastening clips and the addition of posts for pierced ears can be easily done.
Diamonds: Mount in a pave and flat setting with 162 calibrated round brilliant cut diamonds, 14.76 carats, white colorless E/F color, VS-1 clarity.
Gemstones: Mount in flat four-prongs settings with 24 round faceted cut of natural Colombian green emeralds of the Muzo variety, with a total of 4.46 carats.
Weight: 33.25 Grams, (21.31 Dwt).
Measurements: 32 mm by 24.5 mm (1.26 x 0.97 Inches).
Hallmarks: Stamped with the maker's mark, the gold assay mark and signed, "AV .750 SC"
André Vassort, Little is known about this French jeweler, which is so often the case with the craftsmen and workshops behind the famous Maisons of the Place Vendôme. All around Paris, tucked away in discreet buildings, skilled and highly creative master craftsmen work anonymously for their high profile clients.
One such building was 34 Rue Sainte Anne, where André Vassort set up his workshop, Atelier Vassort, registering his business and maker’s mark in December 1955. He quickly became one of the most recognized and sought after manufacturers of high quality French jewelry in the mid 20th Century. Van Cleef & Arpels, Boucheron and Mauboussin, amongst others, trusted him not only with creating their own fine jewels but also with special commissions for clients. Frequently these clients would include Royalty of both the West and East as well as Hollywood legends. A particular creation of note is the spectacular emerald, ruby, pearl and diamond crown made on behalf of Van Cleef & Arpels for the coronation of Empress Farah of Iran.
He specialized in working with gold and drawing out warmth, movement and texture from the metal but also worked in platinum and across the board in terms of gemstones. His workshop grew to be one of the largest in Paris and alongside his loyal and experienced craftsmen he also employed apprentices. One of these recalls starting at the bench at just 17 years old and spending years learning from experts ‘in the pure artistic tradition’. Much of his jewelry would never have been marked so will remain ‘unknown’ to all except those who made it. However sometimes his mark appears alongside the signature of one of his famous client’s and occasionally it is seen on its own. When Louis Gérard left Van Cleef & Arpels to start his own company M. Gérard in 1968, he chose to use his former employer’s workshop to create his jewelry. Over the next twenty years, Andre Vassort would produce some spectacular jewels for Gérard whose pieces are often noted for their superb manufacture.
The Atelier closed in the early 1990’s but not before establishing itself as one of the most important manufacturers of French jewelry of the mid-late 20th Century. Whether you see it on a Boucheron bracelet, a Van Cleef & Arpels sautoir or a pair of Vassort ear clips, the mark of André Vassort is a mark of quality craftsmanship and fine jewelry. Take with thanks from HANCOCKS Jewelers, London.
Note: The Mo. Andre Vassort atelier, was located in Paris 2, 34 rue Sainte Anne. He collaborate very closely with VCA between the 1950’s and 1980’s, the workshop operations was ceased in the 1990's.
Note: The emeralds displayed in this pair, are from the Muzo region in Colombia, have great color saturation, are vivid green and transparent with no inclusions.
Note: Muzo is a town and municipality in the western Bocaya province, part of the department of Bocaya, Colombia. It is widely known as the world capital of emeralds for the mines containing the world's highest quality gems of this type.
Collateral: They are accompanied by a presentation jewelry box.
Condition: The overall condition of these earrings are excellent. Beside the little normal wear, there is no damage to the gold. All gemstones are secured in the settings. This piece has been carefully inspected to guarantee the condition and authenticity.
INVENTORY REF: E111122MENNM/.7992
