Paco Rabanne Space Age Futuristic Chrome and Black Enamel Choker Necklace
About the Item
- Creator:
- Metal:
- Dimensions:Height: 5.91 in (150 mm)Width: 2.37 in (60 mm)Length: 17.72 in (450 mm)
- Style:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:circa 1960
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Atlanta, GA
- Reference Number:
Paco Rabanne
Visionary designer Paco Rabanne first made a name for himself in the 1960s when he introduced dresses, handbags and other clothing and accessories that went against the common sensibilities of the time and challenged the public's perception of what fashion should be. By working with unlikely materials such as paper and Rhodoid — a cellulose acetate plastic often used to line baking pans — Rabanne forced the fashion world to reconsider materials and form.
Rabanne was born Francisco Rabaneda y Cuervo in Spain’s Basque region. His mother was the head seamstress at Balenciaga when she relocated herself and her son to France in 1939 to escape the Spanish Civil War. Once in France, he took on the name Paco Rabanne.
Rabanne studied architecture at the Ecole Nationale Supérieure des Beaux-Arts in Paris but pivoted toward fashion and began to design accessories and costume jewelry. Rabanne collaborated with many acclaimed luxury houses — his early clients included Charles Jourdan, Givenchy, Pierre Cardin and Dior.
By 1966, Rabanne was working on avant-garde designs in his own newly-opened studio. He introduced a couture collection titled “Twelve Unwearable Dresses in Contemporary Materials.” The garments — made of aluminum, plastic and eco-friendly paper and fastened with wire — were unveiled at a show that featured music and models of color (both uncommon characteristics for such an event). Sculptural, sexy and solidly Space Age in appearance, Rabanne’s experiments turned heads. Pop star-actresses Brigitte Bardot and Françoise Hardy would soon be seen in the designer’s iconic metallic dresses, and Rabanne found enthusiasts in the likes of revolutionary couturier Elsa Schiaparelli and art collector Peggy Guggenheim. In 1968 Rabanne designed leather boots and erotically charged dresses made of molded plastic and chain-mail mesh for the science fiction film Barbarella.
Rabanne called Salvador Dalí a close friend and drew on the Surrealist movement in his designs. He continued to use unconventional materials in his work. From aluminum jersey and fur to ostrich feathers and Velcro, everything was suitable for his pioneering garments. And Rabanne’s talents are diverse — his prolific output even includes stylish furniture.
In 1999 Rabanne retired from the fashion business. In 2010 he was named Officer of the Legion d’Honneur by the French culture minister. Today, under the creative direction of French designer Julien Dossena, the Paco Rabanne brand continues to innovate and offer looks that nod to the past as well as the future.
Find vintage Paco Rabanne clothing and accessories on 1stDibs.
- ShippingRetrieving quote...Ships From: Atlanta, GA
- Return PolicyThis item cannot be returned.
- Eileen Aubi 1961 Gilt Resin Artist Sculpture Choker NecklaceBy Eileen AubiLocated in Atlanta, GAThis stunning sculpture choker necklace was designed by American artist Eileen Aubi in 1961. The gilded coating resin pebbles with a hand-made feel are topped with black stone chips ...Category
Vintage 1960s American Modernist Choker Necklaces
- Limoges France White Enamel and Pate de Verre Link NecklaceLocated in Atlanta, GAAn exquisite enamel and pate de verre link necklace designed in Limoges, France. Enameled domed trapeze copper elements are linked together with gilt metal framing to a turbogas or s...Category
Vintage 1960s French Retro Choker Necklaces
MaterialsCopper, Enamel, Gilt Metal
- Kaso Sculptural Green Lucite Geometric Choker NecklaceBy Harriet Bauknight for KASOLocated in Atlanta, GAHarriet Bauknight for Kaso designed this spectacular Lucite choker necklace in the 1980s. It features a clear lucite round molded choker contoured to the neck and ornate with a remov...Category
Vintage 1980s American Modernist Choker Necklaces
- Missoni Black and White Lucite and Metal Choker Necklace, Runway Spring 2014By MissoniLocated in Atlanta, GAMissoni Italy created this incredible couture choker necklace for its ready-to-wear spring 2014 runway show. The piece features an asymmetric shape built with a gunmetal rigid band c...Category
2010s Italian Modern Choker Necklaces
- Guy Laroche Tribal-Inspired Gilt Metal Choker Necklace with Green Ceramic BeadsBy Guy LarocheLocated in Atlanta, GAThis beautiful Guy Laroche Paris tribal choker necklace features a dangling design with charms in African-inspired mask and shield shapes, possibly Massai inspiration, with carved an...Category
1990s French Modern Choker Necklaces
MaterialsGilt Metal
- Massive Transparent Gray Lucite Geometric Choker NecklaceLocated in Atlanta, GAThis stunning modernist bib features a modern handmade geometric choker necklace. Each extra-thick block of Lucite or Plexiglass is hinged, allowing the elements to move with the wea...Category
Vintage 1980s Unknown Modern Choker Necklaces
- Paul Amey 9K Gold Amethyst, Freshwater Keshi Pearl PendantBy Paul AmeyLocated in Tewantin, QueenslandElevate your style with the unparalleled beauty of Paul Amey’s Amethyst Pendant – a one-of-a-kind masterpiece that marries organic elegance with artisanal craftsmanship. Handcrafted ...Category
2010s Australian Artisan Choker Necklaces
MaterialsAmethyst, Pearl, 9k Gold
- Flakes Thin Choker Necklace in 18K GoldLocated in Dubai, AEInspired by the natural landscape of the UAE, the Leaf collection preserves the imprints of indigineous palm trees by casting tree fibers into refined gold jewelry. With each fiber p...Category
2010s Emirian Artist Choker Necklaces
Materials18k Gold
- Graduated Tennis Necklace with 3-Prong Round Diamonds. D30.15ct.t.w.Located in Los Angeles, CA18" Graduated tennis necklace in platinum with 3-prong set round diamonds. D30.15ct.t.w. (Center - 2.00ct.)Category
2010s North American Link Necklaces
MaterialsDiamond, Platinum
- 8.91 Carat VS G White Gold Tennis Necklace with Central Diamond Carat 1, 71By Leo MilanoLocated in Milano, MIThis wonderful 18 carat white gold tennis necklace boasts 102 VS G color diamonds for a total of 7.1 carats plus a central pear shaped VS G color diamond for 1.71 carats. The gold we...Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Choker Necklaces
MaterialsDiamond, White Gold
- Collana fiore (3 elem.), Argento 925 placcato in oro 18 kt, MyosotisBy Lucedeimieiocchi CapriLocated in Capri, ITLa collezione Myosotis ispirata ad una delle meraviglie concesse dalla natura. Ci rallegra guardare i fiori e percepiamo un immediato senso di benessere. La designer si è soffermata ...Category
2010s Italian Modern Choker Necklaces
MaterialsSterling Silver
- Collana fiore, argento 925 placcato in oro 18 kt, realizzato in Italia, MyosotisBy Lucedeimieiocchi CapriLocated in Capri, ITLa collezione Myosotis ispirata ad una delle meraviglie concesse dalla natura. Ci rallegra guardare i fiori e percepiamo un immediato senso di benessere. La designer si è soffermata ...Category
2010s Italian Modern Choker Necklaces
MaterialsSterling Silver