In 2004, Ettore Sottsass, the Italian architect and designer, was asked to curate Cartier’s vaults of vintage jewels, clocks, watches, pens and other goodies and handpick items for an exhibition at the Museum of Fine Arts Houston.
And in that exhibition’s catalog, Ettore Sottsass commented on the power of adornment:
“Tens of thousands of years ago, women and men already adorned their bodies with necklaces and markings…
The Weekly eBay Roundup of Vintage Clothing Finds returns on Friday. In the meantime, check out these fab eBay vintage auctions ending in the next four days including pieces by Givenchy, Gucci, Don Loper, and Vollbrach. Be sure to check out the amazing antique Irish crochet gown and Art Deco sapphire and diamond ring.
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Today’s selections include pieces by Kartell, Palatnik and George Nelson. Be sure to check out the charming Art Deco pocket watch stand and the sleek Danish Modern candle holder.
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Vintage Danish Modern Candle Holder (fotobox519) | Vintage MidCentury Lamp (redhouse0922) | Vintage 1970s Giotto Stoppino Plastic Vase (flashbaxkc) | Vintage 1960s Chrome Candlesticks (firesandflamede) |…
This week’s selections include pieces by Adele Simpson, Ossie Clark, Hermes and Chanel. Be sure to check out the fabulous 1970s bamboo print Roberta di Camerino dress and the 1938 brooch by Geissman for Coro.
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Vintage 1990s Chanel Silk Blouse (claireinc*) | Vintage YSL Bracelet (mrbmax) | Vintage Evening Dress and Coat Set (efind894) |…
The Weekly eBay Roundup of Vintage Clothing Finds returns on Friday. In the meantime, check out these fab eBay vintage auctions ending in the next four days including pieces by Geoffrey Beene, Valentino, Roberta di Camerino and Versace. Be sure to check out the 1940s Claire McCardell dress, the Valentino shoulder bag and the Missoni sweater coat.
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