PAOLA BELLINZONI Long necklace Made up of spheres of green glass paste, ovoid spheres of blown glass with white, green and grey veins and faceted crystal beads, mounted on filigree fasteners, holding a Victorian chain mail pendant in bronze and brown metal, green enamelled baguette, clasp decorated with blue cabochon glass paste. The pieces come from necklaces and chandeliers dating from the 50s and 60s. Length of necklace: 86 cm - Size of purse: 12 x 8 cm (with clasp) Biography: Born in Turin, the daughter of an antique dealer and an embroiderer, she grew up in the cult of beauty and craftsmanship, between art auctions, embroidery, antique lace and period furniture. After graduating in architecture, she specialised in vintage costume jewellery.