Museum-Worthy CHANEL Métiers d'Art Paris-New York 2019 Egyptian Scarab & Hieroglyph Layered Plastron Necklace from Karl Lagerfeld's Final Métiers d'Art Collection

Among the most spectacular statement jewels from Karl Lagerfeld’s final Métiers d’Art collection, this monumental plastron necklace embodies the artistic vision that made the Paris–New York 2019 presentation one of the most memorable in Chanel history.

Presented beneath the Temple of Dendur at New York’s Metropolitan Museum of Art, this extraordinary jewel captures the fascination Karl Lagerfeld had with Ancient Egypt and the unparalleled savoir-faire of Chanel’s Métiers d’Art ateliers.

An extraordinary collector's treasure from one of Karl Lagerfeld's most celebrated and emotionally significant collections, this Chanel Metiers d'Art Paris-New York Pre Fall 2019 layered plastron necklace is a museum-worthy creation inspired by the timeless mysteries of Ancient Egypt.

Presented during the legendary Paris-New York Metiers d'Art Pre Fall 2019 collection, this masterpiece was among the final Métiers d'Art collections designed by Karl Lagerfeld, making it one of the last opportunities to acquire jewelry conceived under his creative direction before his passing.

Designed as an opulent layered plastron, the necklace combines glossy black beads, textured antiqued gold-tone chains, quilted Chanel-inspired detailing and sparkling crystal accents into a richly symbolic composition.

Its centerpiece is a magnificent scarab beetle, meticulously pavé-set with crystals and crowned by a delicate CC logo. Revered in Ancient Egyptian culture as a symbol of rebirth, protection, eternity and transformation, the scarab was one of the strongest visual themes throughout the collection.

Suspended below is an equally remarkable oversized CC medallion engraved with authentic-inspired Egyptian hieroglyphs, framed by hand-set crystals that brilliantly catch the light. The reverse of the scarab pendant continues the Egyptian narrative with engraved hieroglyphic motifs, reflecting the extraordinary attention to detail characteristic of Chanel's Métiers d'Art ateliers.

This highly architectural necklace perfectly embodies Karl Lagerfeld's ability to reinterpret history through the lens of Parisian haute couture-transforming ancient symbolism into modern luxury.

Documented on the Métiers d'Art Paris-New York Pre Fall 2019 runway, this design instantly became one of the signature jewelry pieces of the collection.

An exceptional statement piece for the most discerning Chanel collector, equally spectacular worn over a black evening dress or displayed within a serious archive collection.

Details

• Chanel Métiers d'Art Paris-New York Collection
• Designed by Karl Lagerfeld
• Last Métiers d'Art era under Karl Lagerfeld
• Documented runway piece
• Layered plastron design
• Antiqued gold-tone metal
• Black resin and stone-effect beads
• Crystal pavé scarab pendant with CC logo
• Oversized CC pendant engraved with Egyptian hieroglyph motifs
• Adjustable lobster clasp closure with CC charm
• Excellent vintage condition

Far beyond jewelry, this is a wearable work of art destined for the most discerning archive collectors.

A spectacular and highly symbolic Chanel archive jewel that captures the artistic brilliance of Karl Lagerfeld's fascination with Ancient Egypt-an iconic runway piece destined for the finest collections.