Van Cleef & Arpels ushers in a new season with the Pâquerette Collection

“…Like a magical moment in the height of summer, Van Cleef & Arpels, the jewellery brand we all adore, unveils its new Pâquerette collection, echoing the beauty of nature through the art of high jewellery…”

Van Cleef & Arpels' expertise in the art and science of jewellery, honed over more than a century, makes it unsurprising that the Pâquerette collection, born from a desire to celebrate the brand’s rich design heritage since 1906, should emerge as a masterpiece. This latest creation, envisioned through the brand’s keen artistic lens, transforms yellow gold rings adorned with an array of gemstones into enchanting pieces, each as captivating as a spell.

Drawing inspiration from the splendour of a summer garden in full bloom, the collection showcases the allure of emerald green malachite petals, distinguished by their nuanced striations encircling an onyx pistil as dark as midnight. The collection also features the vibrant, dynamic contrast between the vivid blue of turquoise stones and the radiant orange of coral, as well as the sophisticated harmony of white mother-of-pearl petals glistening beside a bright blue agate pistil.

The various motifs that compose the rings' settings and the delicate daisy petals are the result of the “Lost Wax Casting” technique, a traditional method in sculptural casting. Each component undergoes meticulous refinement under the expert hands of the brand's master jewellers. Of particular note is the yellow gold beaded edging, which requires extraordinary skill to polish the metal to a smooth, gleaming finish before it is assembled into the final piece. This meticulous attention to detail is a testament to the maison’s unparalleled craftsmanship.

Moreover, the gold beading, a signature technique of the maison, adds a natural elegance to the settings. The lifelike and proportionate recreation of the daisy petals is conveyed through intricate, graceful lines, with each polished to a mirror-like sheen, further reinforcing Van Cleef & Arpels' excellence in every conceivable dimension of craftsmanship.

This exceptional design is available in three stunning variations, including the lively pairing of turquoise with coral, the classic combination of white mother-of-pearl with blue agate, or the mysterious allure of green malachite framed by deep black onyx. Each colour pairing offers a unique character, perfectly complementing Van Cleef & Arpels' iconic Perlée and Alhambra collections.

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