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The third volume in this luxurious series, this work is a
celebration of the most precious objects of the "Cartier
Collection". The Cartier Collection, housed in Geneva, Switzerland,
gathers together over 1,360 pieces that reveal the stylistic and
technical developments in the creations of this world-renowned
house. Following the previous works in this series devoted to
Cartiers jewelry and timepieces, this third volume explores the
precious objects and accessories that complete the collection: from
opulent gold and black enamel vanity cases set with platinum and
rose-cut diamond fleurons to exquisite and stylish cigarette
holders, belt buckles, hat pins, and evening bags. The jeweler has
always placed great emphasis on male elegance and an array of mens
accessories is also showcased, including polished gold razors,
sophisticated leather travel bags, and diamond-encrusted platinum
and onyx cuff links. From the extravagant yet sublime Tutti Frutti
evening bag, made of a weave of seed pearls and dripping with gold,
diamond, ruby, emerald, and sapphire details, to exotic and
intricate Chinese powder compacts, these creations are works of
fine art. This handsome volume recounts the history of the House of
Cartier and its sublimation of often everyday items, which became
veritable precious objects. The text is illustrated with more than
550 pieces taken from the collection beautifully reproduced in full
size and in colorwhich can usually only be admired in retrospective
exhibitions held in internationally-renowned museums. Other
archival material includes photographs of high society clients,
detailed sketches and studies for various pieces, and vintage
advertising posters. Presented in a luxurious silk slipcase with
ribbon closure, this tome is a tribute to some of the most
exquisite objects in the Cartier Collection.
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