Lot 126
Rousselet for Chanel long pearls necklace c.1960
Fabulous Baroque Pearl Necklace with Ombre Effect, c.1960
Composed of baroque pearls in soft pink and grey tones with a subtle ombre effect, completed by a silver-plated metal clasp set with crystal stones.
Made by Louis Rousselet, probably for Chanel. Not signed. Delivered with certificate.
A little bit of history...
Louis Rousselet (1892–1980), born in Paris, began making beads at the age of eight. In 1922, he founded his workshop in Ménilmontant, specializing in glass, galalith, and pâte de verre beads, as well as imitation pearls coated with "essence d'Orient." Renowned for his craftsmanship and innovation, he was one of the biggest Parisian Parurier until the 80s. His creations were sought after by couturiers and major fashion houses such as Chanel, Dior, Lanvin, Schiaparelli, Balenciaga,... In the US, the Rousselet collection was showcased in prestigious retailers, including Neiman Marcus. Today, the business of the Maison Rousselet is continued by his granddaughter, Caroline Rousselet.
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Louis Rousselet, probablement pour Chanel, Superbe collier de perles baroques à effet ombré, vers 1960. Composé de perles baroques dans des nuances douces de rose et de gris, présentant un subtil effet dégradé, terminé par un fermoir en métal argenté orné de pierres de cristal.
Non signé. Livré avec certificat.
Dimensions : 120 × 1 cm (47,2 × 0,3 in.).
Bon état vintage (légère usure sur certaines perles, accentuant le superbe effet coloré/ombré des perles).
Un peu d'histoire...
Louis Rousselet (1892–1980), né à Paris, a commencé à fabriquer des perles dès l'âge de huit ans. En 1922, il fonde son atelier à Ménilmontant, spécialisé dans les perles en verre, galalithe et pâte de verre, ainsi que dans les perles imitant les perles naturelles recouvertes d'"essence d'Orient". Reconnu pour son savoir-faire et son innovation, ses créations étaient prisées par des couturiers et de grandes maisons comme Chanel, Dior, Lanvin, Schiaparelli, Balenciaga... Aux Etats-Unis, la collection Rousselet était notamment présentée chez Neiman Marcus.
Aujourd'hui, l'activité de la Maison Rousselet est poursuivie par sa petite-fille, Caroline Rousselet.
- Provenance: Private collection
- Dimensions: 120 × 1 cm (47.2 × 0.3 in.).
- Condition: Good vintage condition (with slight peeling to some pearls, enhancing the overall ombre effect). (See pictures)
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