Paloma Picasso Tiffany & Co. Pearl Necklace 18k Gold Clasp
4359 - I00
Regular price$1,120.00
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Paloma Picasso's journey as a jewelry designer began in the 1970s when she moved to New
York City. In 1979, she signed a licensing agreement with Tiffany & Co., one of the world's
most prestigious jewelry brands. This collaboration catapulted her to international fame. Her
innovative and distinctive designs quickly gained popularity. Picasso’s jewels became highly
sought after by fashion-conscious individuals.
“Art was a language spoken around me all the time when I was growing up”. Being a child of
two artists, Paloma Picasso fully expressed her creativity in jewelry making.
Paloma Picasso’s talent was thriving in 1980s. She was just right on time with her direction and
artistic energy. After starting to work for Tiffany & Co., she immediately grasped the aesthetics
of the New York’s street art. She used it as a visionary filter for her “Graffiti” collection in 1983.
She also named museum visits and music concerts among her other inspiring things.
Over the years, Paloma Picasso's jewelry has been worn by celebrities and influential figures,
further cementing her status as a prominent designer. Her work has been exhibited in museums
and galleries worldwide, and she has received numerous awards and accolades for her
contributions to the field of design.
Paloma Picasso jewelry is famous for her colored stone designs. Her favorite were big
cabochons: blue topaz, tourmaline, amethyst. She expresses her gemstone admiration in
Paloma’s Sugar Stacks collection and the most recent Paloma’s Studio collection. She found the
way to showcase a semiprecious stone as an important diamond: big and bold. Her approach to
jewelry making was refreshing, and stays being ahead of time nowadays.
Designer:Paloma Picasso for Tiffany & Co.
Circa:Late 20th Century
Materials:18k Yellow Gold
Gemstone:Pearl
Weight:47.5 Grams
Measurements:16" + 1" Clasp; Bead Diameter - 3/8"
Hallmarks:Tiffany & Co., 750, Paloma Picasso
A Paloma Picasso for Tiffany & Co. pearl necklace, featuring an 18k gold clasp. The strand features luminous pearls with a soft glow that are uniform in size but have a slightly organic feel. What sets this piece apart is the 18k gold clasp. There are two interlocking circles that serve both as a closure and a subtle focal point. Unlike traditional hidden clasps, this one is meant to be seen. Whether worn centered or slightly off to the side, it creates a delicate contrast against the pearls. This Paloma Picasso necklace is easy to style with a range of outfits, from casual to dressy.