Composition: gold-plated metal, glass cabochon Production method: handmade Condition: very good Chain dimensions: 43 cm (one side) Pendant dimensions: 8 x 7 cm Color: gold, blue, white Label: "Philippe Ferrandis Paris" Country: France Period: 1990-2000 Market value: 250-500 EUR
This necklace with blue and white glass cabochons is the work of Philippe Ferrandis, a French jeweler known for his luxurious fashion jewelry. He is known for his theatrical style, ornateness, strong colors, and massive elements. This is a piece from the 1990-2000 period, when Ferrandis expanded his work into brighter, modernist styles inspired by Art Deco / Baroque Revival. It is likely gilded brass or an alloy with 18-24K gold (Ferrandis uses a thick layer of gilding). Although Ferrandis created in small series, this particular model is quite rare on the market. Its size and color contrast are very expressive. The blue and white color combinations are particularly prized - they are less common than green, red, or black cabochons.
Ferrandis has been creating striking and distinctive jewelry since 1986, incorporating semi-precious stones, crystal, resin, and pearls. The designer's style (a mix of baroque and contemporary, the use of semi-precious and natural materials combined with crystals and Bohemian glass) has attracted the attention of famous Parisian fashion houses such as Balmain, Nina Ricci, Givenchy, Oscar de la Renta, Carolina Herrera, etc. Philippe Ferrandis pays great attention to the choice of materials used, and all jewelry is designed and made in his Parisian workshop. This workshop has earned the prestigious EPV (Living Heritage Company) label. His striking creations have achieved great commercial success and are sold in many retail outlets around the world.
