VAN CLEEF & ARPELS, "Fourrure", Années 1960 - Bracelet in 750 thousandths yellow gold and 950 thousandths platinum composed of two rows of articulated textured links in imitation of animal fur, enhanced with cabochon turquoise mounted in closed settings and brilliant-cut diamonds. Signed "VAN CLEEF & ARPELS" and numbered "86930". French work, hallmark of Atelier PÉRY & Fils. Length: 18.5cm. Width: 2.4cm. Gross weight: 80.8g. The "Fourrure" model was designed in 1956 by Van Cleef & Arpels. With its links evoking the shape of an animal's paw and imitating the texture of fur, Van Cleef & Arpels demonstrates its interest in the world of Fauna and Flora.

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