Cartier

Abstract

"Few jewellers are as celebrated globally as Cartier, and even fewer have as many instantly recognizable designs. Glamourous, witty, beautiful and beloved by stars from Elizabeth Taylor and Andy Warhol to Grace Kelly, their iconic pieces - such as the Tank watch, Love bracelet and Trinity ring - each reflect the spirit of their moment in time. Described as the 'Jeweller of Kings and the King of Jewellers' by King Edward VII, this book explores the history of Maison Cartier, its signature style and its embrace of progress and modernity." -- Provided by publisher.

Contents

Forewords -- Part 1, A signature style -- Defining Cartier style / Vivienne Becker -- The art of making / Rachel Garrahan -- An obsession with stones / Helen Molesworth -- The jewels of the Empire Ball: Case study / Jenny Rourke -- Part 2, Change and progress -- Global influences / Judy Rudoe -- Changing fashions / Jessica Harpley and Connie Karol Burks -- Arbiters of taste / Michel Aliaga -- The Cartier London stage brooch: Case study / Francesca Cartier Brickell -- Constant reinvention / Rachel Garrahan.