Vintage Desplause France Modernist Carnelian Screw Back Earrings – Gold Tone

A striking pair of vintage screw-back earrings, signed DESPLAUSE, featuring warm carnelian cabochons set in textured gold-tone frames.

These earrings embody a refined modernist aesthetic, with clean rectangular forms and softly beveled edges that highlight their sculptural presence. The stones display a rich orange hue with subtle natural variation, consistent with carnelian or carnelian-colored chalcedony.

The original screw-back closures remain secure and functional, adding to their authentic mid-century character.

Details:

• Maker: Signed DESPLAUSE

• Origin: Likely French

• Era: Circa 1950s–1960s

• Style: Modernist / Minimalist

• Material: Gold-tone metal

• Stone: Carnelian (or carnelian-colored chalcedony)

• Closure: Screw-back

• Shape: Rectangular with beveled edges

Condition:

Very good vintage condition with light wear consistent with age. Stones show natural inclusions and tonal variation.

Note on Attribution:

These earrings are signed DESPLAUSE and are not to be confused with later American designer Carol Dauplaise. The design, construction, and screw-back closure are consistent with an earlier mid-century piece.

A bold yet understated statement—perfect for collectors of modernist jewelry or lovers of timeless, sculptural design.