GRIPOIX PARIS Signed Multi-color Poured Glass Double-sided Necklace & Earrings

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View GRIPOIX PARIS Signed Multi-color Poured Glass Double-sided Necklace & Earrings with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. Suzanne adapted the mother-of-pearl technique to create glass micro-pearls for Chanel's accessories, and the two houses created iconic pieces, such as the Maltese Cross cuff. GLASS ACT!... Stunning signed GRIPOX, PARIS multi-color double-sided poured glass flower necklace and clip earrings set. 18k gold-plated over brass base metal. The necklace features large two-sided flower stations in amethyst, ruby and pale pink topaz with indigo blue or jet glass cabochon centers on gold-plated links. Can be doubled. Fastens via a lobster style clasp. The ruby clip earrings emulate the theme. The necklace measures 38”L. The earrings measure 1 1/4” in diameter. Excellent vintage condition. Gripoix jewels are handmade in their parisian workshop. Gripoix is a historic Parisian jewelry house founded in 1869 by Augustine Gripoix, who pioneered the technique of crafting jewelry from poured glass, metal, and artificial pearls. The company became famous for its high-quality costume jewelry, particularly through its collaboration with Gabrielle Chanel in the 1920s, using methods like the Pâte de Verre technique to create bold, colorful pieces for luxury fashion houses like Chanel, Dior, and Givenchy. Even today, Gripoix continues to produce handcrafted glass components using the same traditional techniques. 1869: Augustine Gripoix founded the company in Paris, reviving and refining ancient glass-making techniques to create intricate jewelry pieces from glass, metal, and artificial pearls. Early 20th Century: The house developed its signature style, using the Pâte de Verre technique to create jewel-like glass pieces. Collaboration with Chanel: Suzanne Gripoix, likely the daughter of Augustine, began collaborating with Gabrielle Chanel. Suzanne adapted the mother-of-pearl technique to create glass micro-pearls for Chanel's accessories, and the two houses created iconic pieces, such as the Maltese Cross cuff. Continued Prestige: Gripoix's reputation for high-quality, handcrafted costume jewelry grew, leading to partnerships with other major fashion houses, including Dior and Givenchy, who used Gripoix glass in their designs. Modern Day: Gripoix continues to operate, with artisans in France still crafting glass components by hand using the same traditional methods from the 19th century. Some pieces are still branded with the Gripoix name, while others are created for luxury Condition: Pre-owned. Category: Jewelry & Watches › Fashion Jewelry › Jewelry Sets. Brand: Gripoix Paris.

Brand

Gripoix Paris

Type

Jewelry Set

Color

Multicolor

Set Includes

Earrings, Necklace

Material

Glass

Country of Origin

France

Main Stone

Glass