It’s one of the jewelry brands that doesn’t even need an introduction, it’s that iconic! For 120 years, Van Cleef & Arpels has been delighting Parisians and people from all around the globe with their watches and jewelry, blending innovation and tradition. Looking for proof of its timelessness? Perhaps their new exhibition, Van Cleef & Arpels: Enchanting Time, held at the Heritage Gallery within the boutique at Place Vendôme.
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Pieces created between 1920 and today
Since January 16th and until June 1, 2026, this exhibition dedicated to watchmaking offers us a journey through time from the 1920s to the 2000s. In total, over 50 pieces are presented, along with original archives. Among the highlights, we can find the pocket watch Chinese Magician from 1927, made of yellow gold, osmium, emeralds, rubies, sapphires, and turquoise, or the pendulum clock from 1947 made of yellow gold, sapphires, crystal, and diamonds. These items are of unparalleled value, showcasing the house's taste for elegance, refinement, and especially meticulousness since its inception.
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The centenary house à la créativité exceptionnelle
It was in 1906 that the Maison Van Cleef & Arpels was born in Paris, following the marriage of Estelle Arpels and Alfred Van Cleef. Already located in Place Vendôme at that time, the Maison gradually evolved from lucky wooden jewelry, the secret watch bracelet, to pieces of jewelry that were always more precious and inventive. The Maison then received orders from important personalities such as Edward VIII and Princess Fawzia of Egypt. It was in the 1940s that Van Cleef & Arpels expanded to New York. Over the decades, the Maison has shown ever greater technical mastery in the making of its jewelry. Discover these incredible feats for free at the exhibition Enchanter le temps.
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Van Cleef & Arpels: Enchanting Time
Heritage Gallery
20, Place Vendôme — 1st
Until June 1, 2026
Monday to Saturday from 11 AM to 7 PM
Free admission
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