-Cartier 1974 Aldo Cipullo Sculptural Earrings In 18Kt Yellow Gold With Onyx & Coral
Pair of ear-clips designed by Aldo Cipullo (1936-1984) for Cartier.
Fabulous sculptural pair of ear-clips made in New York city by the jewelry designer Aldo Cipullo. This rare geometric pair was created during the collaboration period with the jewelry house of Cartier (1969-1975) as a designer. This pair of earrings are from the iconic "Circles" collection, and they were carefully crafted in solid 18 karats yellow gold with high polished finish. The yellow gold parts hug a circular element, carved from natural black onyx which is gripped from the back by two screws. They are fitted with comfortable hinged French omega backs for fastening clips and the addition of posts for pierced ears can be easily done.
Coral: Mounted in posts settings, with 10 spherical cabochon cut (5.5 mm) of natural Sardinian red coral, with an approximate weight of about 12 carats.
Weight: 39.95 grams (25.61 Dwt).
Measurements: 35 mm by 30 mm (1.38 x 1.18 inches).
Hallmarks: They are both stamped at the reverse, with the maker's mark, the serial numbers, the date of production, the gold assay mark and signed, "CARTIER 1974 ©A. CIPULLO 18 KT HYA551".
Aldo Cipullo
He was an Italian born jeweler. He born and was raise in a family of designers with jewelry traditions, his father was the owner of a jewelry factory and his brother Renato Cipullo made jewelry designs for Christian Dior. Aldo, was the creator of the popular and iconic Cartier bracelets, love and the nail, still until today considered ones of the best designs of the 20th century. He work as a designer in New York, for David Webb (1960-1969) and Cartier (1969-1975). In 1975 he found his own company as a freelance designer.
Literature: Renato Cipullo and Vivienne Becker, Cipullo Making Jewelry Modern, Assouline 2021, Pp-136-137 for similar examples (see figures).
Provenance: Acquired from a private collector.
Note: These pieces are the originals produced in the 1970's period.
Collateral: They are accompanied by the designer's presentation jewelry pouch.
Condition: The overall condition of these earrings are excellent. Beside the little normal wear, there is no damage to the gold. The gemstones are secured in the settings. This pair has been carefully inspected to guarantee the condition and authenticity.
INVENTORY REF: E091923CRRC/.9603
