Necklace (1974)

Let yourself be captivated by this mysterious panther wearing an emerald collar. The spots of this precious animal's coat are represented by closed-setting diamonds shaped like flames. The diamond-tipped tail attracts the eye to the ring in the panther's mouth, which allows the opening and the closing of the necklace. The articulation of the onyx and gold bands making up the body gives flexibility to this masterpiece. At once noble and playful, this panther incarnates Van Cleef & Arpels' taste for travel, appreciation of the natural world, and admiration of various countries all around the world. Created in the 1970s, a decade marked by multicultural influences and unexpected associations of different gemstones, this piece is truly emblematic of its time.