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 Bulgari 8025 Mask Wrap Around Sunglasses 2001 Italy
By Extè
Located in Baleares, Baleares
Vintage Bulgari 8025 Mask Wrap Around Circa 2001 Made In Italy This Item May Show Minor Sign Of Wear Due To Storage. Front : 17 Cms Lens Height : 4.5 Cms Lens Width : 17 Cms
Bvlgari Oversized Square Sunglasses
By Bulgari
Located in London, GB
Bvlgari Oversized Square Sunglasses Black enamel framed sunglasses designed with thin arms detailed with textured gold micro-studs inspired by the brand's iconic jewellery lin...
Bulgari Black Plastic Frame Sunglasses
By Bulgari
Located in London, GB
Add some edge to your look with these square-frame sunglasses by Bulgari, in black with metal embellishments. This item comes with a protective case. Colour: Black Material: Plas...
Versace Rimless Tinted Shield Sunglasses circa 1990s
By Versace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
These iconic Versace Rimless Tinted Shield Sunglasses from the 1990s embody the bold, luxurious style characteristic of the era’s high fashion. Featuring a sleek, rimless design wit...
Vintage Dolce & Gabbana Sunglasses.
Located in Carnate, IT
Vintage Dolce & Gabbana Sunglasses. Height 4.5 cm. Width 14.5 cm. Length of the temples 13 cm. Excellent condition, has slight defects on the temples as shown in the photo.
Vintage Dolce & Gabbana 4425 Shield Sunglasses 2000's Y2K
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Baleares, Baleares
Eye Catching Dolce & Gabbana shield rimless frame with light purple mirrored lenses. New! Never Worn Or Displayed This Item May Show Minor Sign Of Wear Due To Storage. FRONT : 15...
Prada 1990s Silver Tone Shield Sunglasses
By Prada
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Step into the epitome of 1990s chic with the Prada 1990s Silver Tone Shield Sunglasses. These classic shield-style sunglasses boast thin silver-tone rims, sleek black arms adorned with silver-tone Prada logos, and stylish blue-grey lenses. The timeless design exudes a sense of elegance and style, capturing the essence of a bygone era. As dead stock from a dealer in Manhattan...
Prada 1990s Black Linea Rossa Sunglasses
By Prada
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Indulge in vintage-inspired elegance with the Prada 1990s Black Linea Rossa Sunglasses, a classic aviator style that exudes timeless chic and style. These sunglasses showcase thin bl...
Bulgari black sunglass with signature logo
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Bulgari black lucite sunglasses with tinted lens las signature "Bulgari" name on both sides and also on each 'ear' ends. Silver hardware.
Front height: 2 1/4"
Front acr...
Dolce & Gabbana Sunglasses
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in London, GB
Dolce & Gabbana Sunglasses Acetate frames, in black at the front and ivory and black to the sides with 'Dolce & Gabbana' logo. Size - One Size Condition - Very Good Composition ...
1980s Emmanuelle Khanh Paris Beige Colored w/Iconic EK Sunglasses
By Emmanuelle Khanh, Emmanuelle Kahn
Located in Port Hope, ON
Emmanuelle Khanh was a French fashion designer, stylist and model (for Balenciaga and Givenchy) was a bit of a rebel against the restraints of Haute Couture and launched her own line...
Versace Collection Men's Loafers 39
By Versace Collection
Located in Port Hope, ON
These are Versace Collection men's loafers which have never been worn and made in Italy. They are slip on and comprise of blue suede and blue leather, as well as a black band at the...
Must de Cartier Vintage Leather Crossbody in Bordeaux
By Cartier
Located in Port Hope, ON
This is an iconic Cartier bag . This crossbody bag features a bordeaux leather body, a front exterior flap pocket, an adjustable flat leather strap, a Cartier logo, a top zip closure...
Chanel 2001 Mauve Pink Leather Cuff Bracelet, France, COA Included
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in Port Hope, ON
Perfect bracelet for everyday wear. This leather and metal bracelet is stamped 2001 which you can find on a metal disc at the back. This bracelet was made in France. It is very easy ...
Base Metal
1980s Monogram Gucci Accessory Collection Made of Durable Coated Canvas
By Gucci
Located in Port Hope, ON
This is a bag from the historic Gucci Accessory Collection, known for defining the brand's iconic 1980s esthetic. It is made of durable dark gray coated canvas with the GG Supreme mo...
Giuseppe Zanotti White Grommet Stiletto Sandals 37.5
By Giuseppe Zanotti
Located in Port Hope, ON
These 4" heel glam rock style all leather sandals are decorated with silver tone grommets, and have a concealed back zip. The sandals are in excellent condition with just a small imp...
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.
