Greek silversmith Sotirios Voulgaris arrived in Rome in 1881 and set up his own shop there in 1884, calling it Bulgari, an Italianization of his last name (in the brand's logo, it's styled BVLGARI, using the classical Latin alphabet in a nod to ancient Roman culture). In 1905, he opened the company’s flagship boutique on Rome’s Via dei Condotti. Since then, Bulgari has looked to Rome as a source of reference for its fanciful and decidedly romantic designs for necklaces, bracelets, earrings and other accessories.
Although the iconic jewelry house found success with its silverwork and Art Deco designs, popular through the 1920s, Bulgari’s signature style — bold, often using yellow gold embellished with big colorful gemstones — began to emerge when Sotirios’s sons inherited the business, in 1932.
The brand truly hit its stride in the dolce vita era of the 1950s and ’60s, when the founder’s grandsons Paolo, Gianni and Nicola Bulgari decisively departed from demure traditional styles to develop the house’s exuberant multi-gem looks, attracting celebrity collectors like Elizabeth Taylor.
In the 1940s, Bulgari debuted perhaps its most famous design, the Serpenti bracelet watch. The piece’s snakelike coils were made possible by the tubogas jewelry technique, which links a flexible series of thin horizontal bands. Both the sleek, modern tubogas construction and the sinuous snake motif continue to be synonymous with the Bulgari brand.
On 1stDibs, the collection of vintage Bulgari jewelry includes rings, pendant necklaces, watches and other accessories.
Vintage Christian Dior 1980s Hand Rolled Edge Silk Scarf with Flowers
By Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
Vintage hand rolled edge silk scarf by Christian Dior featuring cream with abstract leaves in jewel colors of scarlet/orange/emerald & purple This piece ofstatement jewelry will ...
1980s Rolex Silk Vintage Scarf Silk Twill Nautical & Crown Motif
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
1980s Rolex silk scarf, smooth, lightweight silk twill. The design features a refined nautical layout accented with discreet Rolex crown details, capturing the brand’s classic luxury...
1980s Christian Dior Vintage Large Silk Scarf Art Deco Print
By Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
Christian Dior large silk scarf, blue, yellow, grey "Art Deco" print, 100% silk Condition: 1980s, vintage in good status, shows some wear or slight discolour Dimensions: 76x78cm ...
Rocco Barocco Vintage Silk Scarf Bordeaux Classic Design 40x40cm
By Roccobarocco, Rocco Barocco
Located in London, GB
Roccobarocco silk scarf in bordeaux with central classic design. Condition: vintage, 2000s, very good, minimal wear Dimensions: 40x40cm
2000s Christian Dior Abstract Geometric Multicolor Silk Scarf
By Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
This 1990s Christian Dior silk scarf features a multicolor abstract geometric logo, crafted in France. Condition: vintage, 2000s, very good, minimal wear Dimensions: 30x30in
1980s Escada Multi Color Abstract Geometric Silk Scarf
By Escada
Located in London, GB
1980s Escada silk scarf, abstract muticolour print, Made in France This scarf features a luxurious blend of silk and polyester for a premium feel, as well as a striking abstract desi...
Hermès Collectible Passiflores Green Cashmere scarf
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hermès Passiflores scarf , is in 100% silk with hand rolled edges, designed by the artist Valérie Dawlat-Dumoulin.
S/S 1985 MANTERO "Caccia Notturna" Nocturnal Hunt Blue Green Silk Scarf
Located in Munich, DE
This is an exceptionally beautiful S/S 1985 silk carré titled "Caccia Notturna" (Nocturnal Hunt) by Mantero. Some words about the company: Mantero is a family-owned textile company ...
Perry Ellis Cream and Emerald Green Silk Chiffon Scarf
By Perry Ellis
Located in New York, NY
Perry Ellis wonderful combination of cream surrounded with emerald green silk chiffon scarf, measures 30 inches by 31 inches. Rolled edges and ...
Hermes Light Green Silk Ascot Scarf
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
Hermès Light green silk scarf ascot featuring a geometrics horse print, a ligth green border and a center pleat. Circa 1980s 100%silk In good vintage condition. Made in France. 45....
Hermes "La Prairie" 90 cm Green Flower Garden Print Silk Scarf
By Hermès
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The Hermes "La Prairie" 90 cm Green Flower Garden Print Silk Scarf is a stunning showcase of nature’s beauty, intricately detailed with vibrant florals that evoke the tranquility of ...
Balenciaga Silk Blue Green Logo Print Scarf, 1990s
By Balenciaga
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Balenciaga has been heralded as a master of a variety of intricate techniques and elaborate detail, so it is no wonder that the house is regarded as one of the quintessential standards of luxury fashion to this day. Presumably from the 1990s, this silk challis scarf highlights the brand’s shift to a more modern, sleeker aesthetic. Cool tones of midnight blue and spruce-green create a balance for the white accents. The center double “B” motif adds a curvilinear contrast to the otherwise geometric design. A versatile accessory to add to any wardrobe, this Balenciaga scarf...
Jewelry historian Vanessa Cron combed 1stDibs and selected some dazzling pieces with timeless appeal.
From Elizabeth Taylor to Zendaya, the Serpenti has been the accessory of choice for generations of it girls.
