Very Rare Christian LaCroix GIANT Maltese Cross Vogue 1992 Editorial Pin
Item History & Price
| Reference Number: Avaluer:473728 | Brand: Christian Lacroix |
| Material: Plexiglass | Metal: Mixed Metals |
Highly Collectible and Rare Ugo Correani for Christian LaCroix DesignCouture Pin From 1992 Vogue Italia EditorialOn offer - a fabulous vintage 1992 Christian Lacroix Maltese Cross. This huge pin measures 4.5" by 4.5" - The design is classic LaCroix with an edge. The sheer size of this cross is typical 1990's when everything was bigger and more dramatic. Ugo Correani was the principle designer for Versace accessories and jewelry and collabed with LaCroix and other important designe...rs. This couture piece is made of gold tone metal and plexiglass inlaid stones. Since purchase I wore this once and lovingly stored in my jewelry box for EVER! The Provenance for this EXACT pin - it was purchased at Doyle Auction in 2004 for $358 then.
Provenance
Doyle Lot3311Lacroix Maltese CrossUgo Correani for Christian Lacroix, France, 1992 Multicolored plexiglass and gold-platedmetal, 4 1/2 x 4 1/2 inches, marked: Christian Lacroix/Paris.
Authentically marked with CL blazon or reverseSeeItalian Vogue, April, 1993, p.109.
Details
Molded PlexiglassGold Tone FrameOpen Stained Glass style 2.5" Pin BarAuthentically marked with CL blazon or reverseMade in France
Condition:
Vintage 90's, excellent for ageTexturing on gold tone on reverse due to age (see marked up photo)One tab on the blue stone is missing but has been professionally fixed to be wearablePin Back/bar = excellentGold Tone = shiny, not dullStones are clearThis is a vintage piece and it has been wornClean, no odors
Shipping:
Upon purchase we ship immediatelyShipping is USA onlyVia USPS Priority Mail - Small BoxAG covers the insurance cost
Additional Interesting Details - (excerpted from my recent article) "Christian LaCroix is a French Couture Fashion Designer who made a name for himself by designing haute couture in the nineties that some say was over the top. At the time fashion was bold, dramatic and colorful and LaCroix's clothing and accessories appealed to many women keen to wear his exotic and unique designs. The jewelry that accompanied the collections was also over the top and that's why you find many of the vintage 90's pieces to be big and bold. They are considered "statement" designs. They are not for the faint of heart. These jewels need to be worn by women with a passion for high fashion jewelry. LaCroix was originally from Arles, France so many of his jewelry designs incorporate themes from his Catholic home town - passionate Hearts that represent love, Crosses that represent Faith (and that are a play on his own name), Wheat bundles which represent growth, Bursting suns that represent Hope along with textures that represented couture fabrications (lace, embroidery, knotting etc.). One cannot find these designs anymore as they are no longer produced!" Gillian
Seller ships immediately upon receipt of payment. All shipments via USPS Priority mail are insured by seller. No returns. Item is packed to ensure safe and damage free delivery. Any damage to this item should be communicated promptly within 5 days of receipt and photos need to be taken of exact damage in order to open a case with the USPS.
Provenance
Doyle Lot3311Lacroix Maltese CrossUgo Correani for Christian Lacroix, France, 1992 Multicolored plexiglass and gold-platedmetal, 4 1/2 x 4 1/2 inches, marked: Christian Lacroix/Paris.
Authentically marked with CL blazon or reverseSeeItalian Vogue, April, 1993, p.109.
Details
Molded PlexiglassGold Tone FrameOpen Stained Glass style 2.5" Pin BarAuthentically marked with CL blazon or reverseMade in France
Condition:
Vintage 90's, excellent for ageTexturing on gold tone on reverse due to age (see marked up photo)One tab on the blue stone is missing but has been professionally fixed to be wearablePin Back/bar = excellentGold Tone = shiny, not dullStones are clearThis is a vintage piece and it has been wornClean, no odors
Shipping:
Upon purchase we ship immediatelyShipping is USA onlyVia USPS Priority Mail - Small BoxAG covers the insurance cost
Additional Interesting Details - (excerpted from my recent article) "Christian LaCroix is a French Couture Fashion Designer who made a name for himself by designing haute couture in the nineties that some say was over the top. At the time fashion was bold, dramatic and colorful and LaCroix's clothing and accessories appealed to many women keen to wear his exotic and unique designs. The jewelry that accompanied the collections was also over the top and that's why you find many of the vintage 90's pieces to be big and bold. They are considered "statement" designs. They are not for the faint of heart. These jewels need to be worn by women with a passion for high fashion jewelry. LaCroix was originally from Arles, France so many of his jewelry designs incorporate themes from his Catholic home town - passionate Hearts that represent love, Crosses that represent Faith (and that are a play on his own name), Wheat bundles which represent growth, Bursting suns that represent Hope along with textures that represented couture fabrications (lace, embroidery, knotting etc.). One cannot find these designs anymore as they are no longer produced!" Gillian
Seller ships immediately upon receipt of payment. All shipments via USPS Priority mail are insured by seller. No returns. Item is packed to ensure safe and damage free delivery. Any damage to this item should be communicated promptly within 5 days of receipt and photos need to be taken of exact damage in order to open a case with the USPS.
