Van Cleef & Arpels Lucky Animals Panda brooch is a playful high jewelry creation from the 2020 “Lucky Animals” series. Inspired by the brand’s 1950s animal-themed “La Boutique” collection, this brooch portrays an innocent and charming giant panda in a whimsical childlike painting style, radiating joyful energy.
Designers meticulously shaped the panda using gem slices, manually cutting, punching, and assembling the body parts. The head and back are inlaid with white mother-of-pearl to highlight rounded forms, while black onyx forms the limbs, depicting the panda raising its hands naturally.
The panda’s eyes and “dark circles” are crafted from cabochon onyx and black onyx layers, set in white gold eye sockets for lively expression. Beneath, a carved platinum three-petal shape adds depth and three-dimensionality. The brooch base, made of platinum, uses Van Cleef & Arpels’ signature round bead technique with gold beads outlining the panda’s rounded body, enhancing light and shadow play across the black and white gemstones.
This adorable yet luxurious brooch perfectly demonstrates Van Cleef & Arpels’ dedication to playful design, precise gem craftsmanship, and elegant storytelling. Each element combines to form a panda that is both whimsical and collectible.
Learn more about Van Cleef & Arpels’ Lucky Animals collection at the
official Van Cleef & Arpels website.
