DINH VAN Paris Movable Squares Necklace Pendant In Solid 18Kt Yellow Gold
Pendant-necklace designed by Jean Dinh Van.
This is a very sophisticated necklace-pendant, created in Paris France by the jewelry designer Jean Dinh Van, back in the late 1970's. The design is composed by five squared elements of different sizes, which are clutches together and graduated descending from the biggest to the smallest. These five pieces were crafted in solid yellow gold of 18 karats with high polished finish. The pendant is suspended in an adjustable silk cord. This piece of jewelry blends perfectly with the geometric motif so dear to the Maison of Dinh Van.
Weight: 36.45 grams, (23.40 Dwt.).
Size: The cord is 20 Inches (50.8 Cm) and can be adjusted longer or shorter.
Measurements: The dangle pendant is 66 mm by 21 mm (2.60 x 0.83 Inches).
Hallmarks: Stamped with French marks; the maker's mark DVD associated to the workshop of Dinh Van, two times with the mark of the eagle for the assay and warranty of the .750/.999 gold and signed in full as follows, "DINH VAN 18KT".
Jean Dinh Van
He is a French designer, that was born in 1927 from a French-Vietnamese family. His successful career started behind the workbench at the French jewelry house of Cartier in 1946 and then work for Pierre Cardin. In 1972 he started his own company and the followed years his revolutionary designs and style caught on quickly and launched him to the forefront of the jewelry and fashion world. All his designs are very geometric and modern, both, his original vintage pieces created for Cartier and the contemporary creations are highly collectible. Dinh Van pieces are very fashionable, sophisticate and easy to wear, also can be displayed as a small toy, sculptures and "Object's du Vertu". Since Jean Dinh Van, the first Parisian minimalist jeweler, left Cartier and opened his own shop at la Place Vendome in 1965, the brand has established itself as one of the premiere Parisian jewelers. He created timeless, show-stopping designs, such as this incredible lapis ring, that will make you stand out from the crowd.
Literature: Serenice Geoffroy-Schneiter, Dinh Van Paris The Birth Of Modern Jewelry, Assouline New York 2015. for this pattern illustrated.
Collateral: This necklace is accompanied by a presentation jewelry box.
Condition: The overall condition of this Dinh Van necklace is excellent. Beside the little normal wear, there is no damage to the gold. All parts are secured in the settings. This piece has been carefully inspected to guarantee the condition and authenticity.
INVENTORY REF: N012125TENM/.8762
