Highlights From Christie’s Sale of Anne Eisenhower’s Jewels

By Annie Davidson Watson | April 27, 2023

On June 7, Christie’s is holding an auction of the exceptional personal jewelry collection of the late interior designer, collector, and philanthropist Anne Eisenhower. “From Marlene Dietrich to President Dwight D. Eisenhower [Anne’s grandfather], the Anne Eisenhower collection traces the history of the last century through a single collector’s brilliant passion for fine jewels,” said Marc Porter, chairman of Christie’s Americas, in a statement. “Anne Eisenhower had a keen eye for the finest examples of the jeweler’s art, and her collection tells fascinating and interwoven stories of patrons and collectors.”

The head of Christie’s Americas jewelry department, Daphne Lingon, described Eisenhower as “a woman who led an extraordinary life of taste, style, and philanthropy, while remaining true to her values. From exquisite designs by Cartier, Tiffany & Co., and Van Cleef & Arpels to important gemstones, this auction presents a unique opportunity for collectors to obtain a jewel that was thoughtfully acquired over a 40-year period by a true tastemaker.”

Below are some highlights from Christie’s Magnificent Jewels of Anne Eisenhower sale, including an internally flawless 20 ct. diamond, the Van Cleef & Arpels bracelet acquired by Dietrich after she wore it in Alfred Hitchcock’s Stage Fright, and plenty more.