–SPECIAL– “Christian Dior” 80’s Germany-made medallion chair motif gold-tone pendant necklace

From a delicate gold-toned chain, it suspends a chair motif meticulously crafted down to the oval backrest, seat, and slender legs. By placing the CD monogram at its center, this piece expresses the brilliance of jewelry and Dior’s distinctive culture of ornamentation in a charmingly scaled design.

At first glance, the design appears as a whimsical chair-shaped charm, yet it holds a fascinating background in understanding Christian Dior’s history. In the salon at 30 Avenue Montaigne—where the founder established the Maison—neo-classical medallion chairs featuring oval backrests were used as iconic symbols. As such, this piece offers more than a seat-like form: you can enjoy it as a design that substitutes an important Maison motif for jewelry.

In particular, the backrest at the top surrounds the rim with a beaded decoration while centering the CD monogram. Rather than simply shrinking an actual chair, the detailing is refined so that the iconography is recognizable as a brand motif—concentrating a distinctly Dior sensibility into an exceptionally small size.

The seat features fine textured detailing, and the backrest and legs have substantial three-dimensional thickness. As a result, the chair’s sculptural form remains intact not only from the front, but also when viewed from an angle or the side. With every sway at the chest, you can enjoy the gold-toned sheen from a variety of perspectives.

The chain features a rope-like design made of a sequence of fine links. This gives the top itself a strong presence while still drawing delicate lines at the neckline, bringing the decorative character unique to motif jewelry together with a refined touch.

In addition, the clasp bears the engraved mark of Chr.Dior, while the adjustable section features a pierced charm shaped like CD and the notation “GERMANY.” This clear retention of the manufacturing background unique to 1980s German-made Dior costume jewelry is also a significant added value of this piece.

Henkel & Grosse in Germany, which supported Dior’s jewelry production at the time, crafted the Maison’s costume jewelry for many years through advanced metalworking techniques. Even with such a small motif, the piece’s contours and fine details are finished with three-dimensional depth—allowing you to feel the careful product-making of that era.

And above all, what makes this necklace especially compelling is that it expresses the brand not by turning the Maison’s initials or logo directly into a pendant, but by doing so through the chair motif linked to Christian Dior’s salon culture. Among Dior’s archive jewelry, it is truly an item that lets you wear the Maison’s world—something that is not confined to fashion alone.

If you wish to enjoy Dior vintage jewelry not only for the recognition of its logo, but also for the interior and couture culture behind it, this is a piece you will especially want to experience in person. Since the size itself is modest, it naturally blends into your outfit while adding a quiet individuality through its meaning.

For styling, wearing it as a single point against the neckline of a tailored jacket or a crisp shirt will highlight the delicacy of the motif. Incorporating it into dresses, soft blouses, or simple knits lets you naturally translate the classic Dior mood into a modern look.

With a narrative suited to a special collection—encompassing not only its background as 1980s German-made costume jewelry, but also the story of wearing the memory of the medallion chair that symbolizes Dior as if it were a small object—this necklace is worthy of a truly special selection.

We invite you to take this opportunity.