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And so does Lady Gaga (seen at right, wearing Lane's slightly different
version of the same necklace).
~ The necklace for sale here (shown
above) has a thickly-plated, midnight black metal base. It is actually made of individual
links. The links are sculpted into curving forms. In the
center of the necklace are 2 linked vine segments, each with 17 rhinestone marquises. To
either side are two shorter segments, each with 7 marquises that look like little
sprouts coming off the main vine. It is balanced with 2 more large segments on either
side going all
the way to the back. All in all, we're looking at over 100 leaves (WOW!!)
of faceted, clear crystals. And that's just the necklace!
~ Each link is attached to the next by
beautifully camouflaged
hinges so that the vine moves naturally and gracefully when you move, and every single
stone reflects a hundred sparkles of light, so as to create a brilliant aura around you.
If you were hoping to light up an entire room with more than just your
smile, this would be the demi-parure to do it.
~ The necklace measures 15.5" long. The
width is slightly over 1", tapering slightly towards the back.
~ The earrings are made of two
vine segments
linked together, in the same way as the necklace. They measure 2.1" long
and are clips. They're great to wear on days you don't use the necklace. ~ This photo (on right) shows another version of this set in gold. From Lane's book, Faking
It, p. 6, it dates to 1985.
~ This set is contemporary and in mint condition.
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All pieces are signed by KJL.
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