Auction: Fine Jewelry - 2413Location: BostonDate / Time: June 17, 2008 10:00AM
Description:
Yellow Paste Earclips, Dominique Aurientis, Paris, c. 1980, each designed as a faceted paste, in a textured goldtone mount, lg. 1 7/8 in., signed.
Note:Born in Aix-en-Provence, Dominique Aurientis began her career working at Dior Couture. She went on to work for Isabel Canovas, Givenchy, Celine, and LaCroix. Her use of colored stones, resins, and gold washes mimics tortoise and wood, and she often based her designs on animals and foliage. Her work is highly sought after by collectors for its wit and sophistication.
Estimate $400-500