As opulent as the treasures it celebrates, this lavish volume presents Cartier's timeless designs worn by some of the twentieth century's most legendary figures. It's been one hundred years since the House of Cartier opened its doors on Fifth Avenue in Manhattan. Since then the luxury jeweler has been creating exquisite brooches, bracelets, tiaras, timepieces, and other items including scent bottles, so-called mystery clocks, and handbags many of them specially commissioned by their illustrious patrons. Readers will see up close Gloria Swanson's bracelets from Sunset Boulevard, Douglas Fairbanks s elegant watch, the Duchess of Windsor s panther brooch, and Grace Kelly s 10.47-carat diamond engagement ring, as well as items owned by Marion Davies, Vivien Leigh, Barbara Hutton, and Elizabeth Taylor. Author Martin Chapman offers an in-depth exploration of how Cartier conquered America, from its European birth in 1847 to its arrival on the other side of the Atlantic, and from its whimsical Art Deco creations to the red carpet prominence that linked the name Cartier with fame, wealth, and exclusivity. In addition to stunning color images of each object, the book features photographs of stars and heiresses wearing their Cartier jewelry. A beautiful volume for fashion aficionados, this trove of jewelry is a tribute to Cartier s ingenuity and unmatched craftsmanship.
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As opulent as the treasures it celebrates, this lavish volume presents Cartier's timeless designs worn by some of the twentieth century's most legendary figures. It's been one hundred years since the House of Cartier opened its doors on Fifth Avenue in Manhattan. Since then the luxury jeweler has been creating exquisite brooches, bracelets, tiaras, timepieces, and other items including scent bottles, so-called mystery clocks, and handbags many of them specially commissioned by their illustrious patrons.
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MARTIN CHAPMAN is curator of European decorative arts and sculpture at Fine Arts Museum of San Francisco, CA, and was formerly curator at the Victoria & Albert Museum, London, and at the Los Angeles County Museum of Art, CA. A prolific writer on the decorative arts, Chapman has lectured widely in England, Europe and the United States.
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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
By Oscar Huidor
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Considering how many books there are out there on Cartier, this one is spectacular! Why? Because it gives you enough information to actually want to read without too much information that ends up overwhelming you and losing your interest. The cover is BEAUTIFUL! You will be proud to have this on your coffee table as I do! Such a pretty cover! Full of little anecdotes, great vintage photographs, and very detailed product shot. The jewelry is brought to life in glorious detail! Meet all the famous people in the Cartier family from Pierre Cartier to Grace Kelly, Maria Felix, and Elizabeth Taylor!
8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
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An excellent book on the always exceptional Cartier work. This time some pieces, like the sapphire or amethyst necklaces of Marjorie Merriweather Post and the ruby clips of Princess Grace of Monaco, shown at their best. Highly recommendable to anyone interested in fine jewelry and history.
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
By miles
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Any Cartier admirer MUST own this catalog.
It is exactly what you want it to be, and then some. All the images are in HQ and full detail. It is a collection made of the best which Cartier has to offer, throughout its glorious history and heritage.
Love cruising this collection.
It is exactly what you want it to be, and then some. All the images are in HQ and full detail. It is a collection made of the best which Cartier has to offer, throughout its glorious history and heritage.
Love cruising this collection.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great book for the price
I love jewelry books where you can actually see the jewelry. This one had great pictures as well as small thumbnails with the provence of the jewels. I really enjoyed this book. Read more
Published 12 days ago by Dzilizi
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gorgeous book
this book did not disappoint! lovely photos throughout. who doesn't love cartier?! I can't wait to get my next bauble!
Published 1 month ago by CC
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Another successful purchase
I love jewellery books, this one was beautiful, informative and a real treat. I did hesitate when I was first going to purchase this book as I thought it was frivolous and self... Read more
Published 4 months ago by Judi
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5 Stars For The Photos Alone...
...but this isn't just a pretty coffee table book, with Cartier and America, Martin Chapman also feeds your brain. Read more
Published 13 months ago by Reading It All
5.0 out of 5 stars
This book truly honors Cartier
One of the most enjoyable in my expanding collection of books on the world's best jewelry houses. On a recent trip to New York I had a chance to see Elizabeth Taylor's jewelry... Read more
Published 15 months ago by Mary S. Morgan
5.0 out of 5 stars
Cartier and America
the book was every thing I was looking for in a dreamwishing jewelry book
Cartier is famous for their creations and the book shows why.
Beautiful color pictures. Read more
Cartier is famous for their creations and the book shows why.
Beautiful color pictures. Read more
Published 16 months ago by Joyce E. Grubb
5.0 out of 5 stars
Spectacular
I'll keep this sweet and short. This is an amazing book showing stunning photos of some of Cartier's most exquisite jewelry. Read more
Published 17 months ago by Lilly Ford
2.0 out of 5 stars
Dissapointed
I purchased this book as a gift to a friend that loves and collects jewelry books. I was somewhat dissapointed. Read more
Published 18 months ago by Celi
5.0 out of 5 stars
Amazing
Saw this exhibition in San Fransciso then went to the store in New York! So I had to have the book and it's beautiful!
Published on August 1, 2010 by Champagneshane
5.0 out of 5 stars
Celebration of Cartier in America
Wow!! Makes you want to run up and see the exhibit in San Francisco. Excellent photographs and narrative cast a spotlight on one of the world's most famous jewelers. Read more
Published on April 14, 2010 by Jo Ellen Cole
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