What is the origin of Van Cleef & Arpels, so renowned worldwide for its audacious creativity and innovation?
Art history of jewelry
Entering the Van Cleef & Arpels Universe
Step into the world of Van Cleef & Arpels and discover the Maison's most beautiful creations
By discovering both historic and contemporary pieces, you will explore the history of
Van Cleef & Arpels and its sources of inspiration.
Your teachers will show you the most legendary inventions and creations: the many mechanisms and transformable pieces of "Poetic Theater", magnificent works of jewelry art like the Zip necklace, the Mystery Set™, the Minaudière™ precious case...
About the course
Sit back and relax
- This course is led by two art historians.
- You are welcomed by your teachers before the class starts: a chance to meet each other and share experiences
- You don’t need to bring any specific material
- A certificate is given at the end of the class
- After each class, teachers deliver a list of books, podcasts, websites, museums related to the course attended
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High-quality education
L'ÉCOLE as education and research center has a scientific council.
A very unique faculty
All the teachers are passionate experts chosen for their enthusiasm and skill in transmitting their knowledge.
Generosity
Skills are presented with ease in an enjoyable way, hands-on experience and dialogue. Classes are for everyone with no pre-requisites.
Exclusive interaction
Courses are delivered in small groups to allow students to discuss one-on-one with the experts.
Initiation courses
On an “à la carte” basis courses offered to all those who want to learn and become enlightened amateurs.
What makes L’ÉCOLE experience so special?
High-quality education
L'ÉCOLE as education and research center has a scientific council.
A very unique faculty
All the teachers are passionate experts chosen for their enthusiasm and skill in transmitting their knowledge.
Generosity
Skills are presented with ease in an enjoyable way, hands-on experience and dialogue. Classes are for everyone with no pre-requisites.
Exclusive interaction
Courses are delivered in small groups to allow students to discuss one-on-one with the experts.
Initiation courses
On an “à la carte” basis courses offered to all those who want to learn and become enlightened amateurs.