Chanel 23C Black & White Resin & Enamel Checker Sphere Minaudiere with Light Gold Hardware
A sculptural evening jewel from CHANEL’s 23C Cruise collection, this Checker Sphere Minaudière transforms the idea of a clutch into a miniature work of modern art. Rendered in high-gloss black and white resin with enamel inlay and finished with pale gold hardware, the spherical silhouette nods to CHANEL’s love of playful objets while remaining rigorously refined — equal parts runway drama and wearable elegance.
This minaudière belongs to a small, seasonal run of sphere designs introduced with the Cruise 2023/24 line. The piece was produced in very limited quantities and was notably available at select flagship locations — a rarity that has made the sphere minaudières particularly sought after by collectors and auction houses alike.
Design notes: the exterior checkerboard motif, achieved through polished resin panels and enamel detailing, sits against pale gold fittings and a black leather–lined interior. A discreet chain strap allows the sphere to be worn as a crossbody or carried as an evening clutch, while the hard-case construction protects its sculptural form. These technical flourishes demonstrate CHANEL’s talent for combining craftsmanship with conceptual play.
Why it’s collectible: sphere minaudières from recent seasonal collections have become icons of CHANEL’s experimental accessory work — rare, photographable, and immediately recognisable. Their limited distribution, runway provenance, and strong secondary-market demand make them attractive as both statement pieces and investment objects.
This example is offered in excellent, like-new condition, and is sold complete with original box and dustbag, ensuring impeccable provenance and presentation. Perfect for the collector who wants a conversation-starting evening piece or for the curator seeking a modern objet d’art for the wardrobe.
Styling: pair with tonal tailoring for a modern evening edit, or use it as a sculptural accent against simple, monochrome dressing — the sphere is the outfit’s focal point.
Provenance & condition: Cruise 2023 (23C) seasonal piece; excellent / like-new; includes box and dustbag.
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Chanel 23C Black & White Resin & Enamel Checker Sphere Minaudiere with Light Gold Hardware
A sculptural evening jewel from CHANEL’s 23C Cruise collection, this Checker Sphere Minaudière transforms the idea of a clutch into a miniature work of modern art. Rendered in high-gloss black and white resin with enamel inlay and finished with pale gold hardware, the spherical silhouette nods to CHANEL’s love of playful objets while remaining rigorously refined — equal parts runway drama and wearable elegance.
This minaudière belongs to a small, seasonal run of sphere designs introduced with the Cruise 2023/24 line. The piece was produced in very limited quantities and was notably available at select flagship locations — a rarity that has made the sphere minaudières particularly sought after by collectors and auction houses alike.
Design notes: the exterior checkerboard motif, achieved through polished resin panels and enamel detailing, sits against pale gold fittings and a black leather–lined interior. A discreet chain strap allows the sphere to be worn as a crossbody or carried as an evening clutch, while the hard-case construction protects its sculptural form. These technical flourishes demonstrate CHANEL’s talent for combining craftsmanship with conceptual play.
Why it’s collectible: sphere minaudières from recent seasonal collections have become icons of CHANEL’s experimental accessory work — rare, photographable, and immediately recognisable. Their limited distribution, runway provenance, and strong secondary-market demand make them attractive as both statement pieces and investment objects.
This example is offered in excellent, like-new condition, and is sold complete with original box and dustbag, ensuring impeccable provenance and presentation. Perfect for the collector who wants a conversation-starting evening piece or for the curator seeking a modern objet d’art for the wardrobe.
Styling: pair with tonal tailoring for a modern evening edit, or use it as a sculptural accent against simple, monochrome dressing — the sphere is the outfit’s focal point.
Provenance & condition: Cruise 2023 (23C) seasonal piece; excellent / like-new; includes box and dustbag.
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A sculptural evening jewel from CHANEL’s 23C Cruise collection, this Checker Sphere Minaudière transforms the idea of a clutch into a miniature work of modern art. Rendered in high-gloss black and white resin with enamel inlay and finished with pale gold hardware, the spherical silhouette nods to CHANEL’s love of playful objets while remaining rigorously refined — equal parts runway drama and wearable elegance.
This minaudière belongs to a small, seasonal run of sphere designs introduced with the Cruise 2023/24 line. The piece was produced in very limited quantities and was notably available at select flagship locations — a rarity that has made the sphere minaudières particularly sought after by collectors and auction houses alike.
Design notes: the exterior checkerboard motif, achieved through polished resin panels and enamel detailing, sits against pale gold fittings and a black leather–lined interior. A discreet chain strap allows the sphere to be worn as a crossbody or carried as an evening clutch, while the hard-case construction protects its sculptural form. These technical flourishes demonstrate CHANEL’s talent for combining craftsmanship with conceptual play.
Why it’s collectible: sphere minaudières from recent seasonal collections have become icons of CHANEL’s experimental accessory work — rare, photographable, and immediately recognisable. Their limited distribution, runway provenance, and strong secondary-market demand make them attractive as both statement pieces and investment objects.
This example is offered in excellent, like-new condition, and is sold complete with original box and dustbag, ensuring impeccable provenance and presentation. Perfect for the collector who wants a conversation-starting evening piece or for the curator seeking a modern objet d’art for the wardrobe.
Styling: pair with tonal tailoring for a modern evening edit, or use it as a sculptural accent against simple, monochrome dressing — the sphere is the outfit’s focal point.
Provenance & condition: Cruise 2023 (23C) seasonal piece; excellent / like-new; includes box and dustbag.
