Entering the Van Cleef & Arpels Universe-Art history of jewelry

About the course

What is the origin of Van Cleef & Arpels, so renowned worldwide for its audacious creativity and innovation?

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 lecturers 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...

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Sit back and relax

This course is led by two art historians.
You are welcomed by your lecturers 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, lecturers deliver a list of books, podcasts, websites, museums related to the course attended
To further explore the story of Art Deco period through the latest course cycle Paris 1925: Following the Trail of Art Deco Jewelry

Chrysanthemum clip, 1937
Platinum, yellow gold, Mystery Set rubies, diamonds
Van Cleef & Arpels Collection

QUALITY

L’ÉCOLE set up, 5 years after its foundation, a Scientific Council to oversee the consistency of its educational policy and the relevance of its teaching materials.

PASSION

All our teachers are passionate experts chosen for their enthusiasm and skills 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.

EXCLUSIVITY

Courses are delivered in small groups to allow students to discuss one-on-one with experts of the jewelry's world.

INITIATION COURSES

On an “à la carte” basis, introductory courses are offered to all those who want to learn and become enlightened amateurs

Entering the Van Cleef & Arpels Universe