Cartier Superb diamond devant-de-corsage, circa 1910
The partially articulated, openwork bow composed of laurel leaves, supporting flexible tassels, millegrain-set throughout with circular-cut diamonds, enhanced with rose diamonds, accented by marquise- and pear-shaped diamonds, unsigned, two small diamonds deficient.
Accompanied by Cartier certificate of authenticity no. GE2009-44, dated 15 May 2009, stating that the jewel was created by Cartier New York circa 1910; together with a copy of a Cartier insurance valuation, dated 1990.
Condition Report:
Accompanied by Cartier certificate of authenticity no. GE2009-44, dated 15 May 2009, stating that the jewel was created by Cartier New York, circa 1910; together with a copy of a Cartier insurance valuation, dated 1990.
Unsigned. Diamonds stated to weigh a total of approximately 18.75 carats according to the Cartier certificate of authenticity, on average H-I, some J-K colour, SI, some I clarity, as graded in the mount, two small diamonds deficient only seen upon close inspection. Very minor tarnish to the reverse only visible upon close inspection, minor scuffs and scratches to the metal consistent with age and wear. In good condition. The additional threaded receptacles for screws suggest that the jewel was designed to be transformable. Measuring approximately 140 x 110mm. Gross weight approximately 85 grams.
Catalogue Note:
Belle Époque
The gracious years before World War I, when the world turned in waltz time, are fondly remembered for intricate, elegant dress styles and grand, romantic jewels of garland design.
It was, however, also a time of tremendous innovation and change. In women’s fashion a shift towards a looser silhouette and shorter skirts took place around 1910. In jewellery, the introduction of platinum allowed for reinterpreting the bow, ribbon, floral and foliate motifs dating back to the 18th century, with a never-before-seen level of execution. By the 1910s, a geometry announcing the nascent Art Deco style could be distinguished in Parisian jewellery.
This superb diamond devant-de-corsage by Cartier is a prime example of how the garland style took inspiration from eighteenth-century decorative art. During the 18th century, bows and tassels were the most prevalent motif in jewellery, whereas the openwork laurel leaf pattern brings to mind finely chiseled gilt-bronze on exquisite Louis XVI furniture.
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The partially articulated, openwork bow composed of laurel leaves, supporting flexible tassels, millegrain-set throughout with circular-cut diamonds, enhanced with rose diamonds, accented by marquise- and pear-shaped diamonds, unsigned, two small diamonds deficient.
Accompanied by Cartier certificate of authenticity no. GE2009-44, dated 15 May 2009, stating that the jewel was created by Cartier New York circa 1910; together with a copy of a Cartier insurance valuation, dated 1990.
Condition Report:
Accompanied by Cartier certificate of authenticity no. GE2009-44, dated 15 May 2009, stating that the jewel was created by Cartier New York, circa 1910; together with a copy of a Cartier insurance valuation, dated 1990.
Unsigned. Diamonds stated to weigh a total of approximately 18.75 carats according to the Cartier certificate of authenticity, on average H-I, some J-K colour, SI, some I clarity, as graded in the mount, two small diamonds deficient only seen upon close inspection. Very minor tarnish to the reverse only visible upon close inspection, minor scuffs and scratches to the metal consistent with age and wear. In good condition. The additional threaded receptacles for screws suggest that the jewel was designed to be transformable. Measuring approximately 140 x 110mm. Gross weight approximately 85 grams.
Catalogue Note:
Belle Époque
The gracious years before World War I, when the world turned in waltz time, are fondly remembered for intricate, elegant dress styles and grand, romantic jewels of garland design.
It was, however, also a time of tremendous innovation and change. In women’s fashion a shift towards a looser silhouette and shorter skirts took place around 1910. In jewellery, the introduction of platinum allowed for reinterpreting the bow, ribbon, floral and foliate motifs dating back to the 18th century, with a never-before-seen level of execution. By the 1910s, a geometry announcing the nascent Art Deco style could be distinguished in Parisian jewellery.
This superb diamond devant-de-corsage by Cartier is a prime example of how the garland style took inspiration from eighteenth-century decorative art. During the 18th century, bows and tassels were the most prevalent motif in jewellery, whereas the openwork laurel leaf pattern brings to mind finely chiseled gilt-bronze on exquisite Louis XVI furniture.
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