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THE ART
THE ART
OF JAPONISME
OF JAPONISME
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An artistic movement called “Japonisme” by the French artist Philippe Burty had a profound effect on all Western culture of the second half of the 19th century, involving fine arts, sculpture, architecture, scenic arts and decorative arts. In a particular way, starting from the 1920s to date, the art of the Land of the Rising Sun has exerted a profound attraction on the designers of Maison Van Cleef & Arpels, inspiring them to adopt its motifs and symbols, to translate its techniques and materials and to adapt the objects to them. An example
Spilla “Crisantemo” in oro, platino, diamanti taglio baguette e rubini con montatura “Mystery Set”. Parigi 1937.
“Chrysanthemum” brooch in gold, platinum, baguette-cut diamonds and “Mystery-Set” rubies. Paris 1937.
