Cartier Objets d'Art and Vertu
French
For its extraordinary range of bracelets, watches, rings and other adornments, French luxury house Cartier is undeniably one of the most well known and internationally revered jewelers in the world among clients both existing and aspirational.
Perhaps 1847 was not the ideal time to open a new watchmaking and jewelry business, as the French Revolution was not kind to the aristocracy who could afford such luxuries. Nevertheless, it was the year Louis-François Cartier (1819–1904) — who was born into poverty — founded his eponymous empire, assuming control of the workshop of watchmaker Adolphe Picard, under whom he had previously been employed as an assistant. Of course, in the beginning, it was a relatively modest affair, but by the late 1850s, Cartier had its first royal client, Princess Mathilde Bonaparte, niece of Napoleon Bonaparte, who commissioned the jeweler to design brooches, earrings and other accessories.
Under the leadership of Louis-François’s son, Alfred, who took over in 1874, business boomed. Royalty around the world wore Cartier pieces, including Tsar Nicholas II of Russia, the Maharaja of Patiala and King Edward VII, who had 27 tiaras made by the jewelry house for his coronation in 1902 and issued Cartier a royal warrant in 1904. (Today, the British royal family still dons Cartier pieces; Kate Middleton, Duchess of Cambridge, regularly sports a Ballon Bleu de Cartier watch.)
Cartier’s golden years, however, began when Alfred introduced his three sons, Louis, Pierre and Jacques, to the business. The brothers expanded Cartier globally: Louis reigned in Paris, Pierre in New York and Jacques in London, ensuring their brand’s consistency at their branches across the world. The trio also brought in such talents as Charles Jacqueau and Jeanne Toussaint.
One of Cartier’s earliest major successes was the Santos de Cartier watch — one of the world's first modern wristwatches for men. (Previously, a large number of people were using only pocket watches.) Louis designed the timepiece in 1904 for his friend, popular Brazilian aviator Alberto Santos-Dumont, who wanted to be able to check the time more easily while flying.
Cartier’s other famous timepieces include the Tank watch, which was inspired by the linear form of military tanks during World War I, and the so-called mystery clocks. Invented by watchmaker and magician Jean-Eugène Robert-Houdin and later crafted exclusively for Cartier in the house’s workshop by watchmaker Maurice Couët, the mystery clocks were so named because the integration of glass dials on which the clocks’ hands would seemingly float as well as structures that are hidden away within the base give the illusion that they operate without machinery.
On the jewelry side of the business, Cartier’s internationally renowned offerings include the Tutti Frutti collection, which featured colorful carved gemstones inspired by Jacques’s trip to India and grew in popularity during the Art Deco years; the panthère motif, which has been incorporated into everything from brooches to rings; and the Love bracelet, a minimal, modernist locking bangle inspired by medieval chastity belts that transformed fine jewelry.
While the Cartier family sold the business following the death of Pierre in 1964, the brand continues to innovate today, renewing old hits and creating new masterpieces.
Find contemporary and vintage Cartier watches, engagement rings, necklaces and other accessories on 1stDibs.
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Creator: Cartier
Cartier Paris 1935 Rare Art Deco Geometric Desk Clock in Black Onyx and Agate
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
A desk clock designed by Cartier.
A beautiful and sober desk clock, created in Paris France by the the house of Cartier during the late art deco period, back in the early 1935. This desk clock is very rare and has been designed with geometric art deco patterns and assembled from several polished pieces carved from natural black onyx and reddish translucent agate. All parts mounted in gilded bronze and sterling silver settings of .935/.999.
Movement: Swiss mechanical wingding Imhof movement, Caliber 244, Fifteen Jewels, 8 days, Serial. The dial is octagonal with a unique painted scene depicting an ancient Greek ship, most probably from the Homer's Iliad or related to the wars of Troy. Analog without numbers and with golden hands and inscribed, Cartier Swiss...
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Cartier Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Agate, Onyx, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver, Bronze
Cartier Rimless Eyeglasses in Titanium
By Cartier
Located in Surfside, FL
Cartier rimless oval eyeglasses in titanium. Lens width 50mm, Bridge 19mm, Temple length 135mm. Comes with original box.
Category
20th Century Cartier Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Titanium
Cartier Vintage Gold Picture Frame
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier vintage gold picture frame, circa 1940s
14 karat yellow gold, ribbed design; marked Cartier, 14k, 18955, 22010
Size: width 5.25 i...
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Early 20th Century Cartier Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Vintage Gold Diamond Crown Picture Frame
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier vintage gold picture frame, circa 1940s
Crown motif, round brilliant-cut diamonds, 18 karat yellow gold; marked Cartier, 18k, 427
...
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Early 20th Century Cartier Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Cartier Trinity 18 Karat Gold Tie Clip
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
A vintage Cartier tri-gold tie clip, Circa 1960.
This elegant and unusual tie clip by Cartier features interwoven lines of plain polished 18 karat yellow, white and rose gold.
The...
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1960s European Retro Vintage Cartier Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Gold Box
By Cartier
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1950s, 18k, by Cartier, London. Stunning, rare, and authentic, this Cartier London 18k bi-color gold box will make an exquisite addition to any collec...
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1950s English Vintage Cartier Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
White Diamond, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Cartier Signature Classic Large Double C Yellow Gold Belt Buckle
By Cartier
Located in Holland, PA
18k Yellow Gold Signature Classic Large Double C Belt Buckle by Cartier.
Details:
Weight: 40.1 grams
Measurements: Buckle: 42mm x 49mm
Fits belt strap ...
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1990s French Cartier Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Yellow Gold
Cartier Paris London 1905 Belle Epoque Enamel Clock 18kt Gold Platinum & Silver
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Belle epoque desk clock designed by Cartier.
An impressive and magnificent "mignonette" desk clock, created in Paris France by the house of Cartier,...
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Early 1900s French Belle Époque Antique Cartier Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Silver, Enamel
Vintage Cartier 18 Karat Yellow Gold Tie Pin, Circa 1960
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
A vintage Cartier 18 karat yellow gold tie pin, circa 1960.
This elegant tie pin by Cartier features an oval ball to its top designed with curved ...
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1960s European Retro Vintage Cartier Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Art Deco Guillotine Purse Watch
By Cartier
Located in New Orleans, LA
Originally created as a purse watch, this "Guillotine" purse watch (montre de sac à guillotine) by Cartier is an extremely rare find and in a class all its...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Cartier Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Cartier Paris 1920 Art Deco Chinoiserie Desk Clock Nephrite Enamel & 18Kt Gold
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
A desk clock designed by Cartier.
An impressive and beautiful desk clock, created in Paris France by the house of Cartier, during the art deco per...
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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Cartier Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Cartier Antique Vanity Set in 14 Karat Gold
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A wonderfully rare antique 14K gold dresser set contains 18 pieces including:
1 hair brush
1 hair comb
1 clothes brush
3 round gold containers
2 glas...
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20th Century French Cartier Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Cartier 14k Gold Bakelite Cigarette Holder in Original Box
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Chic bakelite cigarette holder created by Cartier in the 1940s.
it is made of 14 karat (stamped) rose gold and Bakelite.
Measurements: 3 ¾” ...
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1940s French Retro Vintage Cartier Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Rose Gold, 14k Gold
Mid-Century Cartier Sterling Silver Letter Opener or Page Turner
By Cartier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine letter opener.
By Cartier.
In sterling silver.
Model no. 75-10IN
Simply a wonderful piece of Cartier silver!
Date:
Mid-20th Century
Overall Condition:
It is in ove...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Cartier Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Sterling Silver
Cartier Thermos Flask/Bottle 14k Yellow and White Gold Very Rare Vintage Piece
By Cartier
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Made in New York in the 1970s
Made of 14k Yellow and White Gold and Glass
Hallmark on the bottom reads "Cartier 14 KT"
Emblem on the flask
Cork as a closure
Rare example in gold
Heig...
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1970s French Modern Vintage Cartier Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Gold Travel Clock
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier folding travel clock (with alarm) in 18kt yellow gold. Made in France, circa 1960.
Category
1960s French Vintage Cartier Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
18k Gold
Cartier Paris Art Deco Jade Diamond Lady's Vanity Case
By Cartier
Located in Milano, IT
Octagonal powder compact in sculpted jadeite finished in yellow gold, platinum and half-rosette diamonds with a 13cm chain in platinum, natural pearls and half-rosette diamonds, mirror inside, gross approx. G 114.40, length about 6.30.
Signed Cartier Paris n 1170, French goldsmith...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Cartier Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Diamond, Jade, Natural Pearl, Platinum, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Solid 14k Yellow Gold and Glass Very Rare Vintage Lidded Ice Bucket
By Cartier
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Made in the USA in the 1970s
Made of 14k Yellow Gold and Glass
Hallmarked with '14 KT' and signed 'Cartier'
Of cylindrical shape with small acanthus handles and a removable lid with floral finial
Front with entwined monogram in relief
Height: 23 cm
Weight: c. 900 grams
Good Condition
Rare collectible in 14 carat gold by the House of Cartier
This thermal container by the Maison Cartier is made of 14 carat gold. The slender, cylindrical body is raised on a round foot rim, adorned with a fine, revolving floral frieze. The latter is repeated along the upper rim. The cover is crowned with a floral finial and there are small acanthus handles on the sides. The front is decorated with an entwined monogram in relief. Due to the insulation, the container may be used as an exquisite ice bucket.
Typically, pieces of this kind were made by Cartier as giveaways or Christmas presents. Usually made of silver, only rarely of gold, they were commonly merely signed and stamped with the fineness without further hallmarks.
The piece is hallmarked on the base with the fineness '14 KT' and signed 'Cartier.' It is in good condition with hardly any signs of use. The height measures 23 cm and the weight is approx. 900 grams.
Cartier
The exclusive French jeweler and watch company Cartier was founded in Paris in 1847 and gained international renown in 1904 with the 'Santos de Cartier', a wristwatch created for the famous Brazilian aviator Alberto Santos Dumont. A further milestone in the history of modern watchmaking was the introduction of the Tank watch...
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1970s French Modern Vintage Cartier Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Platinum Yellow Gold Diamond Black Enamel Pendant Watch Necklace
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This unique and wonderful Cartier Paris Pendant-Watch necklace was manufactured ca. 1920 with the dial movement and case signed Cartier. The original guilloche dial has enamel roman numerals and fine enamel minute bars on the perimeter. The watch crystal is held within a fine gold ring...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Cartier Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel
Cartier Sterling Double Handmade Frame
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Elegant sterling silver double picture frame. Made and signed by CARTIER. Marked "STERLING SILVER HAND MADE." Allover engine-turned pattern, with a reserve for a monogram. Overall size is 11" x 7 3/4." Each picture size is 4 1/2" x 6 1/2" and will hold a 5" x 7" picture. Original marbelized
composite backing. Perfect for two children -- or a wedding photo...
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1930s Vintage Cartier Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Sterling Silver
Cartier 18k 750 Yellow Gold and Diamond Compact
By Cartier
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Vintage 18K yellow gold Cartier compact powder box with a woven texture and diamond encrusted thumb-piece. Circa 1950's. The compact is stamped with th...
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1950s French Vintage Cartier Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
CARTIER Pocket Make Up Hand Mirror with Leather Case Sterling Silver Lapis
By Cartier
Located in Switzerland, CH
CARTIER pocket hand mirror with leather case
A very rare and limited piece
925 Sterling Silver with Lapis stone detail
Looks like a sea shell - such a special piece!
The front has a mirror
Ideal gift for any Cartier fan...
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Cartier Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Lapis Lazuli, Sterling Silver
Cartier Apple Mid-Century Modern Picture Frame Sterling Silver
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This is a stunning and rare Cartier Sterling Silver Picture Frame in an Apple Motif. The frame is signed Cartier and is a fabulous Mid-Century Modern piece of vintage Cartier. I l...
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20th Century Italian Modernist Cartier Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Large Signed Cartier Sterling Silver Picture or Photo Frame with Engraved Cows
By Cartier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique photo frame signed Cartier.
In sterling silver.
Engraved with 2 cows to the top. (Likely done a inscription of endearment!)
With a robust easel back stand.
Simply ...
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Mid-20th Century American Modern Cartier Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Sterling Silver
Cartier Sapphire Set Cigarette and Lighter Evening Gold Purse, Circa 1930
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
A Cartier sapphire set cigarette and lighter evening gold purse, circa 1930.
Originating from Paris circa 1930. This rare and unusual case is set...
Category
1930s French Art Deco Vintage Cartier Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier 40's 18K Gold Diamond and Gemset Compact, Circa 1940
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier, London 1940's, 18K Gold, Diamond, Emerald, Amethyst, Ruby, Sapphire and Topaz, Compact, Circa 1940
The first letter of each gemstone acrostically ...
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1940s British Retro Vintage Cartier Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Amethyst, Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Imperial Topaz, 18k Gold
Cartier Art Deco Sterling Silver and Enamel Miniature Desk Timepiece circa 1920s
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful miniature desk timepiece, rectangular case with blue enamel, accented by silver bands, centering a circular brushed silvered dial with gilt Arabic numerals, dial signed Cartier, case signed European Watch and Clock...
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Early 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Cartier Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Sterling Silver
Cartier Art Deco Platinum Carved Sapphire Emerald Diamond Evening Clutch Bag
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco Cartier evening clutch bag, with platinum clasp, decorated with carved sapphires and emeralds, with diamonds. Clasp measures 30mm x 18mm. Bag measures 7" x 5.5". With gold...
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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Cartier Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Platinum
Cartier Antique Sterling Silver Desk Travel Clock
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Antique Cartier sterling silver desk/travel clock with original key winder and box. Clock measures 1.75" x 1" x 6/8". Weight of the piece - 75...
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20th Century French Cartier Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Sterling Silver
Cartier Paris Retro Ruby and Sapphire Gold Double Lipstick
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Double Headed Lipstick Holder This accessory has two heads that can hold lipstick and 2 carved gemstones (ruby and sapphire) all set in 1...
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20th Century French Artist Cartier Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Cartier Gold Pen Holder Ink Tray
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Cartier 14k solid gold ink tray and pen holder accessory. Measuring 2 5/8" x 2 5/8". Depth of the tray 8mm. Decorated with enamel in the c...
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20th Century French Cartier Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Gold
Rare Cartier Art Deco Lacque Burgauté Lacquer Vanity Case Box
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A rare collectible Art Deco Cartier lacque burgauté vanity case featuring a carved emerald and onyx thumb piece. It depicts an Eastern scene in iridescent mother of pearl, accented b...
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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Cartier Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Coral, Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Yellow Gold
Cartier, Paris 18 Karat Gold Evening Minaudière
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Woven Two tone 18k Gold Purse. This purse has a woven design of 18k yellow and white gold with a twisted rope chain (length 14 inches). Inside th...
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Mid-20th Century French Artist Cartier Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
18k Gold, Gold
Cartier One of a Kind Art Deco 1920s Carved Jade Ruby Diamond Wax Seal Figurine
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Unique and one-of-a-kind Art Deco Cartier wax seal with carved jade dragon figurine. Adorned with ruby cabochons and rose cut diamonds. The overall si...
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Early 20th Century French Art Deco Cartier Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Diamond, Jade, Ruby
Cartier Foldable Gold Photo Frame, 9 Karat
By Cartier
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
Cartier Foldable Gold (9k) Photo Frame
A beautiful travelling Cartier photo frame featuring four foldable portraits, with reeded exterior. The por...
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Late 20th Century British Retro Cartier Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Gold, 9k Gold
Portrait Box Signed CARTIER à Paris, 20th Century
By Cartier
Located in Paris, FR
Rectangular gold case or box signed Cartier in Paris. The case is finely guilloché with rhombic motifs and framed by a stylized foliated frieze. The c...
Category
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Cartier Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Gold
Cartier Art Deco Gold Fountain Pen
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Rare 18K yellow gold fountain pen by Cartier, circa 1930s. It features a platinum nib and stylish design. Twist-off cap. Beautiful workmanship and gr...
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1930s Vintage Cartier Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
18k Gold
Cartier Mother of Pearl, Rock Crystal and Agate Desk Clock
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This Cartier Mother of Pearl, Rock Crystal and Agate Desk Clock is of French Origin, and dates back to the 1980s.
SKU#W-00755
Category
1980s French Retro Vintage Cartier Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Agate, Rock Crystal
Silver and Gold Steamer Trunk Case, Cartier for Cole Porter
By Cartier
Located in Riverdale, NY
Amazing and Rare Silver and Gold Steamer Trunk Case, by Cartier for Cole Porter.
Cole Porter, one of Americas leading songwriters and bon vivants of the e...
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Cartier Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Silver
Cartier Art Deco Clock
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Art Deco black onyx and cabochon sapphire desk clock. Made in Paris, circa 1925. Mechanical, the circular matte silver-tone dial centering an ...
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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Cartier Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Onyx, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Cartier Gold and Horse Crystal Money Clip
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Large heart-shaped money clip, set with an Essex crystal portrait of a horse's head. Made and signed by CARTIER. 14K yellow gold. 2 1/4" x 2 1/4." Can be used to hold money or cred...
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1930s American Vintage Cartier Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
14k Gold
Cartier 18 Karat Yellow Gold Vanity Case 279 Grams, Art Deco, 279 Gm Gold, Rare
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A beautifully crafted Vanity case by Cartier in 18-karat yellow gold from the Art Deco period of the 1930s
Cartier - Art Deco 18-karat yellow gold vanity or compact box with diamonds (0.20 carat total)
Very unique and rare find .
Box has an initials SS with diamonds which is removable or you can change to your own initials.
Inside of vanity cover is the mirror
one larger lid opens to display compact powder with puff
Two small lids open to display two different color to highlight cheekbones
Compartment for two lipsticks
and a section to hold tiny comb
all made in 18 K solid gold...
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1930s Art Deco Vintage Cartier Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
18k Gold
Cartier Turquoise Gold Shell Watch Travel Clock
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Exquisite and one of a kind, vintage Cartier shell travel watch. The shell is adorned with turquoise. Measures 4" x 4" x 1". The Cartier watch case insid...
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20th Century French Cartier Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Turquoise, Gold
Cartier Crystal and Silver Covered Salt and Pepper Holder
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Brand: Cartier
Condition: Excellent
Total weight: 135.5 g
SKU#O-00626
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20th Century Unknown Cartier Objets d'Art and Vertu
1950s Cartier 18 Karat Yellow Gold Box
By Cartier
Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL
1950's Cartier 18 Karat Yellow Gold Box.
12.5 CM X 8.25 CM X 1 CM
Metal Type: 18 Karat Yellow Gold (Stamped and/or Tested)
Metal Weight: ...
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Mid-20th Century French Cartier Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Cartier Diamond Jade Enamel Box
By Cartier
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
Art déco rectangular CARTIER Box in yellow gold.
The entire exterior part of the box is in black enamel, at each end a frieze of rounded shape gold color pattern, a thin golden line ...
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Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Cartier Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Diamond, Jade, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Cartier Rose Mineral Sterling Silver Catch-All Paperweight
By Cartier
Located in Atlanta, GA
A rare find with only one of five known to exist. This is a rose-colored mineral catch-all paperweight created by Cartier in the 1960s. The base of the paperweight is made of a sterl...
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1960s French Vintage Cartier Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Sterling Silver
Cartier Art Deco Object of Vertu Case
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful Cartier Art Deco box in silver, silver guild, gold and mother of pearl representing Antique Chinese imaginary. Made in France, circa 1...
Category
1920s French Art Deco Vintage Cartier Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
18k Gold, Silver, Silver Plate
Cartier Paris Belle Epoque Garland Style Enamel Diamond Gold Belt Buckle
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier enamel and diamond belt buckle. French
The domed rectangular buckle decorated with green guilloché enamel and white enamel borders, set with rose-cut diamond flower-head, c...
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Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Cartier Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, Enamel
Belle Époque Cartier Paris Pale Blue Enamel Buckle
By Cartier
Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL
This wonderful enamel buckle by Cartier, Paris features meticulous attention to detail in its very fine enamel work.
Dating from around 1890 this 18 karat yellow and rose gold beauty...
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1890s French Antique Cartier Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Lapis Lazuli Rock Crystal, Agate, Enamel Art Deco Inkwell
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
An outstanding Art Deco inkwell by Cartier.
The malachite and lapis lazuli rectangular base of mosaic motif,
supported by rock crystal and blue enamel feet, set at the center with ...
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Cartier Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Agate, Lapis Lazuli, Malachite, Sapphire, Enamel, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Paris Rare Blue Enamel Diamond Vermeil Belt Buckle
By Cartier
Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL
Rare 1900's Cartier belt buckle with flower motifs set with old mine cut diamonds. Signed 'Cartier Paris', numbered, with maker's mark and eagle st...
Category
Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Cartier Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Vermeil
Enamelled Silver Gilt Box by Cartier, Paris, circa 1930
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Enamelled silver gilt box, Cartier Paris, French, circa 1930. A silver gilt box in black enamel, the top centred with a stylized floral design, the hin...
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Cartier Objets d'Art and Vertu
Cartier Gilt Silver Enamel Flower Basket
By Cartier
Located in Bellmore, NY
Introducing a masterpiece of elegance and refinement, the Cartier Gilt Silver Enamel Flower Basket, a creation designed by the renowned artist Jane Hutcheson. This exquisite piece em...
Category
Mid-20th Century Cartier Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Silver, Enamel
Vintage 18K Solid Gold Sleeved Cartier Les Must lighter Complete In Box 1970s
By Cartier
Located in DELFT, NL
Vintage 18K Solid Gold Sleeved Cartier Les Must lighter
This absolute masterpiece of a lighter is an 18-karat solid gold-sleeved Cartier Les must lighter. It is fully functional, sp...
Category
1970s Swiss Vintage Cartier Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold
Cartier 24K Gold Diamond 1940s Perfume Bottle
By Cartier
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing the Cartier 24K Gold Diamond 1940s Perfume Bottle, a breathtaking masterpiece that exemplifies the epitome of luxury and craftsmanship. This one-of-a-kind antique perfume...
Category
1940s Vintage Cartier Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Diamond, Tourmaline, 24k Gold
Cartier Art Deco Gold Sapphire Diamond Compact
By Cartier
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Cartier Art Deco compact in 14 karat yellow gold adorned by diamonds and sapphires. Square design measuring 2.5" in width and length. Hinged...
Category
1920s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Cartier Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold
Cartier Gold Plate Lighter Paris with diamond dot Texture with box
By Cartier
Located in Bilbao, ES
Cartier Gold Plate Lighter Paris 199771, oval section with "diamond" dot decoration
It has an adjustable top lid that houses the Swiss-made mechanism.
It is marked on its both wit...
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1980s French Art Deco Vintage Cartier Objets d'Art and Vertu
Materials
Gold Plate
Cartier objets d'art and vertu for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a range of Cartier objets d'art and vertu available on 1stDibs. Each of these unique items was designed with extraordinary care, often using gold. While looking for the most stylish antique or vintage Cartier jewelry to pair with your ensemble, you’ll find that Cartier diamond objets d'art and vertu, from our inventory of 20, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look. We have 129 pieces in this collection as well as a number of other designs by this jeweler. While this collection reflects work that originated over various time periods, most of these items were designed during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider objets d'art and vertu by Boucheron, Van Cleef & Arpels, and Hermès. Prices for Cartier objets d'art and vertu can differ depending upon gemstone, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $65 and tops out at $290,000, while pieces like these, on average, can sell for $6,052.
Questions About Cartier Objets d'Art and Vertu
- What is the Cartier symbol?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Today, the Cartier symbol, or logo, is the luxury house's name written in a clean serif font that mimics cursive handwriting. Typically, the logo is either black on white or white on a black background. Its refined and understated appearance references the high standards that have long been associated with this celebrated brand.
- Why Cartier is so expensive?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021One of the reasons Cartier is so expensive is because, since its inception in 1847, the brand has had a massive celebrity fan base that spans royals, movie stars, singers and socialites. The brand also uses the highest quality metals and gems in their pieces, rendering them expensive to produce. Lastly, most Cartier pieces are easy to identify, making brand recognition a key factor in the brand's exclusivity.
- What is Cartier Vermeil?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Cartier Vermeil means a timepiece made by the French luxury jewelry house of Cartier out of a material called vermeil. It is a precious metal produced by combining genuine gold and silver. Shop a variety of Cartier Vermeil watches on 1stDibs.
- What is Cartier Vendôme?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The meaning of Cartier Vendôme varies. Most often, the term describes a line of watches made by the French luxury jewelry house. However, the company has also produced sunglasses and wedding jewelry with the style name Cartier Vendôme. Shop a variety of Cartier Vendôme watches on 1stDibs.
- What is Cartier famous for?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Cartier is famous for producing jewelry and watches out of rare and luxury-grade materials and creating innovative designs, often packed with symbolism. Some of the jeweler's most famous pieces include the modern Love and Trinity bracelets and its custom-made antique and vintage jewelry like the Crocodile and Patiala necklaces. Find a range of Cartier jewelry and watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 14, 2023There are at least a few things that make Cartier so special. Cartier is one of the most well-known and internationally revered jewelers in the world. The French luxury brand has helped to define style trends. Cartier made one of the first modern wristwatches for men� the Santos de Cartier� and its panth�re motif and Love bracelet are internationally renowned. Every piece produced by Cartier is also carefully crafted out of high-quality materials. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of Cartier pieces.
- Why is Cartier so popular?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024There are a few reasons why Cartier is so popular. For one thing, the French luxury house is known for its very long history of unparalleled prestige and quality craftsmanship. Cartier has been producing extraordinary jewelry, watches and accessories since 1847. While jewelry lovers have long been enthusiastic about Cartier’s elegant and streamlined designs for bracelets, rings, necklaces and other pieces, the brand is also known for innovation. It pioneered the use of platinum in fine jewelry, and its artisans were so mindful of trends in fashion that the house became the official jewelry supplier to King Edward VII. Later, Cartier’s Art Deco-era pieces would help define the movement with which they are associated. One of the brand’s earliest major successes was the Santos de Cartier watch, one of the world's first modern wristwatches for men. Today’s influencers continue to help popularize the brand, increasing the demand for certain pieces like Cartier buffalo horn sunglasses and the Cartier Love bracelet, an icon of modernist jewelry. Find a wide range of Cartier watches, jewelry and eyewear on 1stDibs.
- What is the Cartier logo?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024The Cartier logo is a pair of interlocking Cs. However, many people associate the panther with the French luxury jewelry maker more than its actual logo. Louis Cartier incorporated the feline figure into its design lexicon. In 1914, Cartier hired illustrator George Barbier to design advertisements for the jewelry house. Barbier drafted a drawing that featured a glamorous woman with an elegant panther at her feet, and Cartier loved it. He had an additional connection to the panther in the form of his alleged romantic interest, fellow Cartier designer Jeanne Toussaint, who adored the animal so much that she decorated her apartment with furs and donned a coat of panther fur. Cartier gave her the long-lasting nickname Panthère. Since then, Cartier has offered watches, bracelets, necklaces, brooches and earrings inspired by the panther. Find a diverse assortment of Cartier jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023The original Cartier Tank watch, which was emblematic of a stark departure from the renowned jewelry house’s curved and round watch faces in that its case resembled the FT-17’s cockpit, served as a sleek update to the Santos watch. Crafted in 1917, one year before the Great War came to a close, Cartier’s Tank watch reportedly borrowed its clean, sharp lines and boxy silhouette from France’s legendary Renault FT-17 light tank, itself a compact and extraordinary design that inspired numerous copies. When the Tank watch went to market, Cartier offered a limited run in Paris. After those quickly sold, it was given a name, the Tank Normale. The timepiece took off in popularity, but only slightly more than 30 were made in 1920 and annual production has been slow over the years since then. Find Cartier Tank watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023On Cartier jewelry, a 750 stamp means that a piece is 75% gold metal. You will find the stamp on the 18-karat gold pieces made by Cartier, such as the Love bracelet. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of Cartier jewelry from some of the worlds top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023To authenticate a Cartier lighter, locate the serial number. Then, contact Cartier’s customer service team to assess whether it is a genuine serial number and whether the product type and style match your piece. Check the official Cartier website for current contact information. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Cartier lighters.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023Whether a Cartier watch is bigger than a Rolex watch depends on the particular timepiece. Cartier offers watches in sizes ranging from 28 millimeters for women to 44 millimeters for men. Rolex's smallest women's watch is bigger than Cartier's at 31 millimeters, but the watchmaker's largest men's watch is only 43 millimeters. Find a variety of Rolex and Cartier watches on 1stDibs.
- What are Cartier glasses called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023Cartier glasses are called by a variety of nicknames. These include 'Ye's, Sticks, Carties and Cardisa. Many people refer to Cartier sunglasses and eyeglasses fashioned out of buffalo horn as Buffs. Explore a wide variety of Cartier glasses from some of the world's top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023Which Cartier watch is the most iconic is open to debate. One of the French luxury brand's most influential watches is the Cartier Tank, which debuted in 1917. A women's watch, the Cartier Panthere is another of the brand's legendary designs. It was introduced in 1914, and its original design drew inspiration from a painting of a panther by artist George Barbier. Shop a large collection of Cartier watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023What a Cartier bracelet symbolizes varies from piece to piece. With its screw motif, the Love bracelet represents the enduring nature of true love, while the three types of gold featured in the Trinity bracelet stand for love, fidelity and friendship. Translating to "just a nail" in English, the Juste un Clou bracelet is sometimes associated with simplicity and modernity. Find a large collection of Cartier bracelets on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 14, 2023There are a couple of reasons why Cartier glasses are so special. First, the French luxury brand produces each pair with careful attention to detail and precise crafting techniques that make the eyewear stylish and durable. Cartier also uses fine-quality materials like buffalo horn, titanium, gold, leather, onyx and bubinga wood. Additionally, many Detroit rappers like Royce da 5'9", Tee Grizzley and Big Sean have sported Cartier sunglasses over the years, making the brand's eyewear synonymous with hip-hop culture. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Cartier glasses.
- Is Cartier a luxury brand?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023Yes, Cartier is a luxury brand. For its extraordinary range of bracelets, watches, rings and other adornments, French luxury house Cartier is undeniably one of the most well-known and internationally revered jewelers in the world. Cartier uses only fine materials and carefully crafts pieces to ensure quality. The jewelry, watches, eyewear, bags and other accessories produced by Cartier are also sold at aspirational price points that meet the definition of luxury. Find a wide variety of Cartier pieces on 1stDibs.
- Are Cartier diamonds real?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024Yes, Cartier diamonds are real. The French luxury jewelry maker follows stringent standards when selecting the diamonds that go into its pieces. For example, the central brilliant cut diamonds in Cartier rings that are over 0.3 carats in weight must be classified as Very Good or Excellent to be used by the brand, and Cartier rarely chooses diamonds with clarity ratings below VS2 or color ratings below H. Shop a selection of Cartier diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023The Cartier Tank is so popular for several reasons. Many people like its unique shape, which was inspired by the linear form of military tanks during World War I. Others appreciate its long history since it was released in 1918. Over the years, some models have featured details that further appeal to collectors. For example, the Tank Divan is notable for its striking rectangular case that is situated horizontally. The Roman numerals on its watch face are elongated, stretching to fit its unusual proportions. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Cartier Tank watches.
- What is Pasha de Cartier?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Pasha de Cartier is a watch introduced by the French luxury jewelry house of Cartier in 1985. Today, the watch features an automatic movement and is available with various leather and bracelet bands. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Pasha de Cartier watches.