Hermès Masterpieces, Van Cleef & Arpels Jewels and Designer Dog Collars Drive Heritage’s $3.28 Million Winter Luxury Accessories Auction

Leading the Dec. 4 event was a single-owner collection of exceptional handbags, accessories and fine jewelry from legendary houses DOWNLOAD DIGITAL PRESS KIT DALLAS, Texas (Dec. 5, 2025) — More than 1,200 bidders vied for some of the world’s most coveted handbags, accessories and jewels in Heritage’s Dec. 4 Winter Luxury Accessories Signature® Auction, resulting in a $3,283,294 total. “This auction was a true celebration of luxury and craftsmanship,” says Diane D’Amato, Heritage Auctions’ Director of Luxury Accessories, Private Sales & The Boutique. “To see such spirited bidding was incredibly rewarding. It’s clear that collectors around the world recognized the rarity and extraordinary quality of the pieces we brought to market.” Leading the auction was a magnificent single-owner collection showcasing the best of Hermès and Van Cleef & Arpels. The collection’s name says it all: Exceptional Creations from Legendary Houses. The phenomenal assemblage, which was carefully curated by a private collector with a passion for luxury and a discerning eye, included rare, exotic skins; exclusive special orders; sought-after colors; and the largest selection of Hermès Mini Kellys ever offered in one auction. Among the collection’s many treasures was the exceptionally rare and highly desirable Hermès Limited Edition Argent Sterling Silver Kellymorphose Sac Bijou Chaine Bag, which realized $75,000. The reimagined miniature Kelly is a masterwork of wearable art and beloved by collectors worldwide. Timelessly elegant and created with unparalleled craftsmanship, it’s the culmination of luxury and artistry. Another highlight was the Hermès 20cm Shiny Vert Emerald Alligator Mini Kelly, which sold for $62,500, and Hermès 20cm Shiny Vert Rousseau Alligator Mini Kelly, which brought $46,250. Both extremely rare and adorned with gold hardware, the exquisite jewel-toned creations are the epitome of timeless luxury. The Hermès 25cm Nata Swift Leather & Osier Wicker Picnic Birkin also performed well, selling for $47,500. Among the most intricate bags Hermès creates, each bag requires two expert artisans — a master saddler for the leather work and a specialized basket weaver. An instant classic from its debut, it remains one of the rarest and most sought-after bags for Hermès collectors. Some of Hermès’ coziest creations caught bidders’ attention as well: the Limited Edition 20cm Gris Caillou Grizzly Suede, Étoupe Swift Leather & Shearling Teddy Plush Mini Kelly realized $46,250, and the Limited Edition 20cm Chamois Grizzly Suede, Alezan Swift Leather & Shearling Teddy Plush Mini Kelly sold for $45,000. Each is a playfully sophisticated retelling of Jean Paul Gaultier’s beloved Teddy. Other Hermès standouts included the 20cm Black Box Calf Leather Cloute Mini Kelly ($43,750), the 35cm Matte Bleu Indigo Alligator Birkin ($40,000), the Special Order Horseshoe 20cm Gris Tourterelle & Beton Ostrich Mini Kelly ($40,000), the Shiny Bleu Electrique Niloticus Crocodile Birkin ($38,750) and the 25cm Black Togo Leather Birkin ($35,000). In addition to bags and accessories, the Exceptional Creations from Legendary Houses collection was a treasure trove of fantastic jewelry, including the iconic Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Diamond and Gold Necklace featuring 4.83 carats of full-cut diamonds set in 18k yellow gold. The necklace realized $47,500. Other Van Cleef & Arpels highlights included a Fleurette Diamond and White Gold Necklace ($30,000), a Vintage Alhambra Diamond and White Gold Bracelet ($27,500), a Vintage Alhambra Diamond and Gold Bracelet ($25,000), a Perlée Clovers Diamond and Gold Bracelet ($25,000) and a pair of Two Butterfly Diamond and White Gold Earrings ($23,750). Heritage’s winter auction even featured fabulous pieces for collectors’ four-legged friends. A new philanthropic initiative presented by Fetch Pet Insurance, Collars for Cause brought together four internationally acclaimed designers: James de Givenchy, Stefania Pramma, Irene Neuwirth and Josie Natori, each of whom created a bespoke dog collar in their respective and distinctive style. De Givenchy’s leather dog collar accented with 18k gold and ornamented with “mon toutou,” a French phrase meaning “my puppy,” sold for $5,000. Neuwirth’s hand-painted leather collar realized $4,000. Pramma’s sterling silver chain collar, hand-crafted in Italy and featuring turquoise cabochons and a customizable nameplate, realized $1,000. And Natori’s hand-beaded collar, harness and leash ensemble sold for $625. The net proceeds from the collars will benefit Broadway Cares, Broadway Barks, Project Street Vet, and Wags and Walks, going toward critical funding for medical care, adoption and support services for pets in need. Go here for the full results of Heritage’s Dec. 4 Winter Luxury Accessories Signature® Auction. Heritage Auctions is the largest fine art and collectibles auction house founded in the United States, and the world's largest collectibles auctioneer. Heritage maintains offices in New York, Dallas, Beverly Hills, Chicago, Palm Beach, London, Paris, Amsterdam, Brussels, Hong Kong and Tokyo. Heritage also enjoys the highest Online traffic and dollar volume of any auction house on earth (source: SimilarWeb and Hiscox Report). 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