226 - THIERRY VENDÔME: A TURQUOISE, TOURMALINE AND DIAMOND COCKTAIL 'CALANQUE' RING, CIRCA 2000 Of sculptural design, the two angular Armenian turquoise plaques set at opposing angles and revealing the natural matrix along the central seam accented with collet-set oval-shaped tourmalines and brilliant-cut diamonds, to an angular shank, mounted in 18K gold, signed T. Vendôme, with maker's mark, French assay mark, with maker's case, ring size approximately J

THIERRY VENDÔME: A TURQUOISE, TOURMALINE AND DIAMOND COCKTAIL 'CALANQUE' RING, CIRCA 2000 Of sculptural design, the two angular Armenian turquoise plaques set at opposing angles and revealing the natural matrix along the central seam accented with collet-set oval-shaped tourmalines and brilliant-cut diamonds, to an angular shank, mounted in 18K gold, signed T. Vendôme, with maker's mark, French assay mark, with maker's case, ring size approximately J Condition Report: Normal signs of wear, overall in good condition Retail price at the time in 2000: €5,800 Retail price, name of collection and origin of turquoises confirmed by the jeweller Thierry Vendome himself over email exchange. Total gross weight approx. 27.8g Thierry Vendôme creates contemporary art jewellery that treats striking and unusual shapes with a delicate sensitivity. He carries forward the prestigious legacy of his father, Jean Vendôme, a pioneer of French contemporary jewellery. Vendôme opts out of modern manufacturing techniques and instead personally carves, casts, sets, and polishes every piece by hand. This approach breathes life into his highly narrative pieces, which he exhibits in galleries and museums worldwide. Following a personal ethos of transformation and renewal, Vendôme integrates unconventional, raw elements into his designs and maintains their organic shape. His jewellery pieces juxtapose gold, diamonds and gemstones with evocative materials, including driftwood, shrapnel, nails, barbed wire, rusted iron, and obsidian shards personally gathered while exploring the mountains of Armenia or the dunes of Normandy. A deep connection to his Armenian heritage is a powerful undercurrent in Vendôme’s work and reflected in his specialised collections honouring the history of his roots. Vendôme approaches each client commission as a unique creative challenge. He aligns his structural designs with the specific needs of the patron, yet consistently protects his artistic signature.