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Cartier Decorative Objects

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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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1980s Gorgeous Cartier Alarm Clock Pendulette Lapis Lazuli. Made in Swiss
1980s Gorgeous Cartier Alarm Clock Pendulette Lapis Lazuli. Made in Swiss

1980s Gorgeous Cartier Alarm Clock Pendulette Lapis Lazuli. Made in Swiss

$2,800

1980s Gorgeous Cartier Alarm Clock Pendulette Lapis Lazuli. Made in Swiss

By Cartier

Located in Milano, IT

1980s Cartier Paris pendulette alarm clock. Clock case numbered 9819 02638. Masterfully crafted in Switzerland, this exquisite timepiece perfectly captures the era's luxury, featuri...

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1980s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cartier Decorative Objects

Materials

Lapis Lazuli

Cartier Alarm Clock, Lapis Lazuli & Gold, Mid-Century Modern, Swiss
Cartier Alarm Clock, Lapis Lazuli & Gold, Mid-Century Modern, Swiss

Cartier Alarm Clock, Lapis Lazuli & Gold, Mid-Century Modern, Swiss

$2,800

Cartier Alarm Clock, Lapis Lazuli & Gold, Mid-Century Modern, Swiss

By Cartier

Located in Milano, IT

1980s Gorgeous Cartier alarm clock pendulette. Made in Swiss. It's lapis lazuli and golden metal with manual winding. Clock case numbered 7503 07516. With original case, lined with r...

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1980s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cartier Decorative Objects

Materials

Lapis Lazuli

Cartier Paris 18ct Gold Plated Cased Romane Pendulette Quartz Alarm Clock
Cartier Paris 18ct Gold Plated Cased Romane Pendulette Quartz Alarm Clock

Cartier Paris 18ct Gold Plated Cased Romane Pendulette Quartz Alarm Clock

$2,890 / set

Cartier Paris 18ct Gold Plated Cased Romane Pendulette Quartz Alarm Clock

By Cartier

Located in Reading, Berkshire

Cartier Romane alarm clock from the 1980s .The clock features a 18ct gold plated case with a white enamel dial marked with black Roman numerals.It operates with a quartz movement and...

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20th Century French Art Deco Cartier Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass, Gold Plate

Cartier 18ct Gold Plate Trinity Ribbed Ballpoint Pen With A Red Cartier Box
Cartier 18ct Gold Plate Trinity Ribbed Ballpoint Pen With A Red Cartier Box

Cartier 18ct Gold Plate Trinity Ribbed Ballpoint Pen With A Red Cartier Box

$1,114 / set

Cartier 18ct Gold Plate Trinity Ribbed Ballpoint Pen With A Red Cartier Box

By Cartier, Montblanc

Located in Reading, Berkshire

Cartier 18ct Gold Plate Trinity Ribbed Ballpoint Pen With A Red Cartier Box & Paperwork. Stunning Example of a Must De Cartier ballpoint pen, featuring the classic trinity rings...

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1980s French Art Deco Vintage Cartier Decorative Objects

Materials

Gold Plate

French Art Deco Sterling Silver with Gemstone Rosetta Compact Case by Cartier
French Art Deco Sterling Silver with Gemstone Rosetta Compact Case by Cartier

French Art Deco Sterling Silver with Gemstone Rosetta Compact Case by Cartier

$4,500

French Art Deco Sterling Silver with Gemstone Rosetta Compact Case by Cartier

By Cartier

Located in Atlanta, GA

A fine Cartier compact case in the iconic Art Deco style, circa 1930s. Sterling silver with gold gilt interior that feature a mirror and a compartment for powder. The exterior featur...

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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Cartier Decorative Objects

Materials

Multi-gemstone, Silver

Cartier Alarm Clock Pendulette, Lapis Lazuli & Gold, Swiss, 1980s
Cartier Alarm Clock Pendulette, Lapis Lazuli & Gold, Swiss, 1980s

Cartier Alarm Clock Pendulette, Lapis Lazuli & Gold, Swiss, 1980s

$2,900

Cartier Alarm Clock Pendulette, Lapis Lazuli & Gold, Swiss, 1980s

By Cartier

Located in Milano, IT

1980s Gorgeous Cartier alarm clock pendulette. Made in Swiss. It's lapis lazuli and golden metal with manual winding. Clock case numbered 7507 10267. With original case, lined with r...

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1980s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cartier Decorative Objects

Materials

Lapis Lazuli

Cartier Folding Alarm Clock Quartz Movement Desk Clock Gilt Metal Blue Enamel
Cartier Folding Alarm Clock Quartz Movement Desk Clock Gilt Metal Blue Enamel

Cartier Folding Alarm Clock Quartz Movement Desk Clock Gilt Metal Blue Enamel

$2,422Sale Price / set|20% Off

Cartier Folding Alarm Clock Quartz Movement Desk Clock Gilt Metal Blue Enamel

By Cartier

Located in Reading, Berkshire

A Beautiful Cartier Quadrant Alarm Clock in a Gilded Folding Case, Arabic Numberals, With Hinged Base to Cover Dial Supplied With A Red Cartier Box Ci...

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20th Century French Art Deco Cartier Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass, Enamel

1980s Cartier "Romane" 18K Gold Plated Alarm Clock with Original Box and Papers
1980s Cartier "Romane" 18K Gold Plated Alarm Clock with Original Box and Papers

1980s Cartier "Romane" 18K Gold Plated Alarm Clock with Original Box and Papers

$2,600

1980s Cartier "Romane" 18K Gold Plated Alarm Clock with Original Box and Papers

By Cartier

Located in Milano, IT

1980s Cartier Romane pendulette (desk/alarm clock). A true testament to Swiss horological precision and French luxury design, this rare timepiece perfectly embodies the timeless soph...

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1980s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cartier Decorative Objects

Materials

Gold Plate

Cartier Trinity Ribbed Silver Plated Ballpoint Pen, 1980s
Cartier Trinity Ribbed Silver Plated Ballpoint Pen, 1980s

Cartier Trinity Ribbed Silver Plated Ballpoint Pen, 1980s

$1,087 / set

Cartier Trinity Ribbed Silver Plated Ballpoint Pen, 1980s

By Montblanc, Cartier

Located in Reading, Berkshire

Cartier Trinity Ribbed Silver Plated Ballpoint Pen With Red Cartier Box. Stunning Example of a Must De Cartier ballpoint pen, featuring the classic trinity rings and an enamel ident...

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Late 20th Century French Art Deco Cartier Decorative Objects

Materials

Silver Plate

Vintage Cartier Tank Francaise Travel Alarm Clock, Gilt Brass, 1990
Vintage Cartier Tank Francaise Travel Alarm Clock, Gilt Brass, 1990

Vintage Cartier Tank Francaise Travel Alarm Clock, Gilt Brass, 1990

$2,850

Vintage Cartier Tank Francaise Travel Alarm Clock, Gilt Brass, 1990

By Cartier

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Vintage Cartier “Tank Francaise” Folding Travel Alarm Clock Paris, Circa 1990 An elegant and timeless vintage Cartier travel desk clock, model Tank, crafted in gilt brass and blue e...

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Late 20th Century French Art Deco Cartier Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

CARTIER Paris 1930 Art Deco Desk Partners-Clock In Sterling Silver & Lacquer
CARTIER Paris 1930 Art Deco Desk Partners-Clock In Sterling Silver & Lacquer

CARTIER Paris 1930 Art Deco Desk Partners-Clock In Sterling Silver & Lacquer

$332,500Sale Price|30% Off

CARTIER Paris 1930 Art Deco Desk Partners-Clock In Sterling Silver & Lacquer

By Cartier

Located in Miami, FL

An art-deco desk partners clock designed by Cartier. A fabulous and unique partner’s desk clock created in Paris, France, by the luxury house Cartier, circa 1928-30. This exceptiona...

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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Cartier Decorative Objects

Materials

Sterling Silver, Silver

Cartier 18ct Gold Nib Black Godron Ribbed Fountain Pen With Cartier Box
Cartier 18ct Gold Nib Black Godron Ribbed Fountain Pen With Cartier Box

Cartier 18ct Gold Nib Black Godron Ribbed Fountain Pen With Cartier Box

$1,960Sale Price / set|25% Off

Cartier 18ct Gold Nib Black Godron Ribbed Fountain Pen With Cartier Box

By Cartier, Montblanc

Located in Reading, Berkshire

Cartier 18ct Gold Nib Louis Black Godron Ribbed Fountain Pen With Cartier Box, Finished With An Onyx Cabochon Manufactured by Montblanc The pen is made from a black composite Pen n...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Cartier Decorative Objects

Materials

Gold, Gold Plate

Classic Must de Cartier Silver Plated Trinity Vendome Fountain Pen & Box
Classic Must de Cartier Silver Plated Trinity Vendome Fountain Pen & Box

Classic Must de Cartier Silver Plated Trinity Vendome Fountain Pen & Box

$1,004 / set

Classic Must de Cartier Silver Plated Trinity Vendome Fountain Pen & Box

By Cartier, Montblanc

Located in Reading, Berkshire

A Classic Must de Cartier Silver Plated Trinity Vendome Fountain Pen With 18ct Gold Nib Made in Paris, France. Item Is Sold With Original Red & Gold Leather Box, Red & Gold...

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Late 20th Century French Art Deco Cartier Decorative Objects

Materials

Gold, Silver Plate

Mid Century Vintage Cartier Paris French Quartz Quadrant Traveling Alarm Clock
Mid Century Vintage Cartier Paris French Quartz Quadrant Traveling Alarm Clock

Mid Century Vintage Cartier Paris French Quartz Quadrant Traveling Alarm Clock

$1,029

Mid Century Vintage Cartier Paris French Quartz Quadrant Traveling Alarm Clock

By Cartier

Located in Dublin, Ireland

A very stylish vintage Cartier ladies or gentleman’s folding gold-plated quadrant travelling alarm clock by famous jeweler and luxury goods maker Cartier, Paris, second quarter of th...

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20th Century French Modern Cartier Decorative Objects

Materials

Silver, Bronze, Steel

Cartier Vendome Trinity Rollerball Pen, Gold Plated, 1980s Boxed
Cartier Vendome Trinity Rollerball Pen, Gold Plated, 1980s Boxed

Cartier Vendome Trinity Rollerball Pen, Gold Plated, 1980s Boxed

$922 / set

Cartier Vendome Trinity Rollerball Pen, Gold Plated, 1980s Boxed

By Cartier

Located in Reading, Berkshire

Elegant Vintage Cartier 18ct Gold Plated Vendome Trinity Oval Rollerball Pen Complete With Cartier Box & Guarantee Card. Made in Paris, France Cartier pens are designed by Cart...

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Late 20th Century French Art Deco Cartier Decorative Objects

Materials

Gold Plate

Vintage Cartier 18ct Gold Plated Nib Trinity Fountain Pen With Box & Cartridges
Vintage Cartier 18ct Gold Plated Nib Trinity Fountain Pen With Box & Cartridges

Vintage Cartier 18ct Gold Plated Nib Trinity Fountain Pen With Box & Cartridges

$1,155 / set

Vintage Cartier 18ct Gold Plated Nib Trinity Fountain Pen With Box & Cartridges

By Cartier

Located in Reading, Berkshire

Vintage Cartier 18ct Gold Plated Nib Silver Plated Trinity Fountain Pen Red Cartier Presentation Box With Ink Cartridges This Must de Cartier fountain pen has a body in silver meta...

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Late 20th Century French Art Deco Cartier Decorative Objects

Materials

Gold Plate, Silver Plate

Cartier 18ct Gold Nib Burgundy Lacquer Trinity Rollerball Writing Pen
Cartier 18ct Gold Nib Burgundy Lacquer Trinity Rollerball Writing Pen

Cartier 18ct Gold Nib Burgundy Lacquer Trinity Rollerball Writing Pen

$1,032

Cartier 18ct Gold Nib Burgundy Lacquer Trinity Rollerball Writing Pen

By Cartier

Located in Reading, Berkshire

Elegant Cartier Burgundy Lacquer & 18 Carat Gold Plate Trinity Rollerball Writing Pen With Cartier Case. Cartier pens are designed by Cartier, & are manufactured by Montblan...

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Late 20th Century French Art Deco Cartier Decorative Objects

Materials

Gold Plate, Enamel

Cartier Jewelry Storage Watch Box in Red Leather Gilt Embossed
Cartier Jewelry Storage Watch Box in Red Leather Gilt Embossed

Cartier Jewelry Storage Watch Box in Red Leather Gilt Embossed

$950

Cartier Jewelry Storage Watch Box in Red Leather Gilt Embossed

By Cartier

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Cartier Red Leather Gilt Embossed Storage travel Watch Box. Cartier watch and jewelry presentation box. Elegant wristwatch case. Cartier Paris red leather and gold travel watch storage box...

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Late 20th Century French Art Deco Cartier Decorative Objects

Materials

Leather

Cartier Photo Frame Chinese symbol happiness Sterling Silver made by Salimbeni
Cartier Photo Frame Chinese symbol happiness Sterling Silver made by Salimbeni

Cartier Photo Frame Chinese symbol happiness Sterling Silver made by Salimbeni

$3,666 / item

Cartier Photo Frame Chinese symbol happiness Sterling Silver made by Salimbeni

By Salimbeni, Cartier

Located in Firenze, FI

Rectangular photo frame in 925/1000 silver with geometric design and fire-enamelled Chinese symbol of happiness. External cm. Internal 11.6 x 14.6 cm. 6 x 9. Weight gr. 194. Created ...

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1980s Italian Art Deco Vintage Cartier Decorative Objects

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Cartier Paris Accordion Clock with Date and White Roman Numeral Dial Circa 1980
Cartier Paris Accordion Clock with Date and White Roman Numeral Dial Circa 1980

Cartier Paris Accordion Clock with Date and White Roman Numeral Dial Circa 1980

$4,850

Cartier Paris Accordion Clock with Date and White Roman Numeral Dial Circa 1980

By Cartier

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Cartier Paris “Accordion” Desk Clock with Date, Burgundy Enamel and Roman Numeral Dial, circa 1980. A distinctive and highly collectible vintage desk clock by Cartier, crafted in the...

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Late 20th Century French Art Deco Cartier Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass, Enamel

Cartier Cigarette Case light blue round cabochon sapphire made by Salimbeni
Cartier Cigarette Case light blue round cabochon sapphire made by Salimbeni

Cartier Cigarette Case light blue round cabochon sapphire made by Salimbeni

$5,805

Cartier Cigarette Case light blue round cabochon sapphire made by Salimbeni

By Cartier, Salimbeni

Located in Firenze, FI

Pocket cigarette case with oval section in 925/1000 sterling silver with translucent fired enamel on guilloché and 18 ct gold fingering with a round cabochon sapphire, diameter 4 mm....

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1980s Italian Art Deco Vintage Cartier Decorative Objects

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel, Gold

Cartier Colisee Art Deco 24K Gold-Plated Travel Desk Clock, 1990s
Cartier Colisee Art Deco 24K Gold-Plated Travel Desk Clock, 1990s

Cartier Colisee Art Deco 24K Gold-Plated Travel Desk Clock, 1990s

$3,850

Cartier Colisee Art Deco 24K Gold-Plated Travel Desk Clock, 1990s

By Cartier

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Vintage Cartier 24-karat gold-plated Art Deco travel quartz desk clock with alarm. Cartier Paris 24-karat gold-plated and lapis lazuli quartz travel or desk accessory clock is no lon...

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Late 20th Century French Art Deco Cartier Decorative Objects

Materials

Gold Plate

Vintage Must de Cartier Paris Parfum Bottle in Original Red Presentation Box
Vintage Must de Cartier Paris Parfum Bottle in Original Red Presentation Box

Vintage Must de Cartier Paris Parfum Bottle in Original Red Presentation Box

$125

Vintage Must de Cartier Paris Parfum Bottle in Original Red Presentation Box

By Cartier

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

A sophisticated vintage Must de Cartier Paris parfum bottle, made in France circa 1980, presented with its original Cartier red and gold presentation box. An elegant collectible from...

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Late 20th Century French Art Deco Cartier Decorative Objects

Materials

Resin, Glass

Cartier Pendulette Alarm Clock, Gold-Plated Frame
Cartier Pendulette Alarm Clock, Gold-Plated Frame

Cartier Pendulette Alarm Clock, Gold-Plated Frame

$2,480

Cartier Pendulette Alarm Clock, Gold-Plated Frame

By Cartier

Located in Milano, IT

1990s Gorgeous Cartier alarm clock pendulette with white dial in perfect condition, steel hands, roman hour markers on gold-plated frame. Made in France. Quartz movement. Clock case...

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1990s French Mid-Century Modern Cartier Decorative Objects

Materials

Gold Plate

Cartier 18ct Gold Plated Ribbed Ballpoint Pen Gift Set Boxed
Cartier 18ct Gold Plated Ribbed Ballpoint Pen Gift Set Boxed

Cartier 18ct Gold Plated Ribbed Ballpoint Pen Gift Set Boxed

$1,858 / set

Cartier 18ct Gold Plated Ribbed Ballpoint Pen Gift Set Boxed

By Montblanc, Cartier

Located in Reading, Berkshire

Must de Cartier Pen Set Comprising of a 18ct Gold Plate Ballpoint Pen and and Matching Propelling Pencil, With A Burgundy Leather Cartier Sleeve Wi...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Cartier Decorative Objects

Materials

Gold Plate, Steel

Vintage Signed Cartier Sterling Silver Mid-Century Picture or Photo Frame
Vintage Signed Cartier Sterling Silver Mid-Century Picture or Photo Frame

Vintage Signed Cartier Sterling Silver Mid-Century Picture or Photo Frame

$1,500

Vintage Signed Cartier Sterling Silver Mid-Century Picture or Photo Frame

By Cartier

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine vintage signed silver picture or photo frame. By Cartier. In sterling silver. With a robust easel back stand. Marked to the base. Simply an wonderful frame from Cartier! ...

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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Cartier Decorative Objects

Materials

Sterling Silver

Cartier Desk Alarm Clock, Lapis Lazuli & Gold-Plated, Swiss, 1964
Cartier Desk Alarm Clock, Lapis Lazuli & Gold-Plated, Swiss, 1964

Cartier Desk Alarm Clock, Lapis Lazuli & Gold-Plated, Swiss, 1964

$8,000

Cartier Desk Alarm Clock, Lapis Lazuli & Gold-Plated, Swiss, 1964

By Cartier

Located in Milano, IT

Gorgeous Cartier alarm clock from the 1960s (1964). Made in Switzerland. It is made of lapis lazuli and gold-plated metal, and is manually wound. It features the original walnut case...

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1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cartier Decorative Objects

Materials

Lapis Lazuli

Cartier Pendulette Colisee Alarm Clock, Gold Plated, 1990s
Cartier Pendulette Colisee Alarm Clock, Gold Plated, 1990s

Cartier Pendulette Colisee Alarm Clock, Gold Plated, 1990s

$2,270

Cartier Pendulette Colisee Alarm Clock, Gold Plated, 1990s

By Cartier

Located in Milano, IT

1990s Gorgeous Cartier alarm clock pendulette "Colisee". Made in France It's in gold plated 24K. White enamel dial. Quartz movement. Clock case numbered 0545316. With original case, ...

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1990s French Mid-Century Modern Cartier Decorative Objects

Materials

Gold Plate

Classic Cartier 18ct Gold Plated Vendome Trinity Rollerball Pen
Classic Cartier 18ct Gold Plated Vendome Trinity Rollerball Pen

Classic Cartier 18ct Gold Plated Vendome Trinity Rollerball Pen

$949 / set

Classic Cartier 18ct Gold Plated Vendome Trinity Rollerball Pen

By Cartier

Located in Reading, Berkshire

Elegant Vintage Cartier 18ct Gold Plated Vendome Trinity Oval Rollerball Pen Complete With Cartier Box & Guarantee Card. Made in Paris, France Cartier pens are designed by Cart...

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Late 20th Century French Art Deco Cartier Decorative Objects

Materials

Gold Plate

Stunning Cartier Diabolo Black Resin Pen Platinum Mounts & Cabochon Finish Boxed
Stunning Cartier Diabolo Black Resin Pen Platinum Mounts & Cabochon Finish Boxed

Stunning Cartier Diabolo Black Resin Pen Platinum Mounts & Cabochon Finish Boxed

$792Sale Price / set|20% Off

Stunning Cartier Diabolo Black Resin Pen Platinum Mounts & Cabochon Finish Boxed

By Cartier, Montblanc

Located in Reading, Berkshire

An Elegant Diabolo de Cartier ballpoint pen in black composite, with steel details, blue resin cabochon. Dimension: 136.5mm Manufactured by Montblanc Cartier pens are designed b...

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1990s French Art Deco Cartier Decorative Objects

Materials

Steel

Cartier 18ct Gold Plated Trinity Fountain Pen With Black Body & Cartier Box
Cartier 18ct Gold Plated Trinity Fountain Pen With Black Body & Cartier Box

Cartier 18ct Gold Plated Trinity Fountain Pen With Black Body & Cartier Box

$1,981Sale Price / set|20% Off

Cartier 18ct Gold Plated Trinity Fountain Pen With Black Body & Cartier Box

By Montblanc, Cartier

Located in Reading, Berkshire

Beautiful Sleek Cartier 18K Gold Nib Black Body Trinity Fountain Pen With Box Designed by Cartier and Manufactured by MontBlanc The pen is made from a black composite Pen nib is 18...

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Late 20th Century French Art Deco Cartier Decorative Objects

Materials

Gold, Gold Plate

Cartier Blue Enamel Art Deco Style Desk Clock
Cartier Blue Enamel Art Deco Style Desk Clock

Cartier Blue Enamel Art Deco Style Desk Clock

$3,785

Cartier Blue Enamel Art Deco Style Desk Clock

By Cartier

Located in Norwich, GB

Cartier Blue Enamel Art Deco Style Desk Clock Cartier Art Deco style desk clock housed in a blue enamel decorated case with brass strut support. Gilded...

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1980s Swiss Vintage Cartier Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Vintage Signed Cartier Sterling Silver Mid-Century Picture or Photo Frame
Vintage Signed Cartier Sterling Silver Mid-Century Picture or Photo Frame

Vintage Signed Cartier Sterling Silver Mid-Century Picture or Photo Frame

$1,750

Vintage Signed Cartier Sterling Silver Mid-Century Picture or Photo Frame

By Cartier

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine vintage signed silver picture or photo frame. By Cartier. In sterling silver. With a robust easel back stand. Marked to the base. Simply a wonderful frame from Cartier! ...

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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Cartier Decorative Objects

Materials

Sterling Silver

Cartier Powder case for handbag striped Enamel Sterling Silver made by Salimbeni
Cartier Powder case for handbag striped Enamel Sterling Silver made by Salimbeni

Cartier Powder case for handbag striped Enamel Sterling Silver made by Salimbeni

$4,583

Cartier Powder case for handbag striped Enamel Sterling Silver made by Salimbeni

By Cartier, Salimbeni

Located in Firenze, FI

Square handbag powder compact with 2 rounded sides, in 925/1000 sterling silver with black and red fire enamel stripes. Spring-loaded opening. Ground mirror and mesh inside. Dimensio...

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1980s Italian Art Deco Vintage Cartier Decorative Objects

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Cartier Diabolo Black Resin Palladium Finish Rollerball Pen With Case & Papers
Cartier Diabolo Black Resin Palladium Finish Rollerball Pen With Case & Papers

Cartier Diabolo Black Resin Palladium Finish Rollerball Pen With Case & Papers

$922 / set

Cartier Diabolo Black Resin Palladium Finish Rollerball Pen With Case & Papers

By Cartier, Montblanc

Located in Reading, Berkshire

Cartier Diabolo Black Resin Palladium Finish Rollerball Pen With Case & Papers Cartier pens are designed by Cartier, & are manufactured by Montblanc. This collaboration allo...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Cartier Decorative Objects

Materials

Steel

Mid Century Vintage Cartier Paris French Quartz Quadrant Traveling Alarm Clock
Mid Century Vintage Cartier Paris French Quartz Quadrant Traveling Alarm Clock

Mid Century Vintage Cartier Paris French Quartz Quadrant Traveling Alarm Clock

$1,029

Mid Century Vintage Cartier Paris French Quartz Quadrant Traveling Alarm Clock

By Cartier

Located in Dublin, Ireland

A very stylish vintage Cartier ladies or gentleman’s folding gold-plated quadrant travelling alarm clock by famous jeweler and luxury goods maker Cartier, Paris, second quarter of th...

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20th Century French Modern Cartier Decorative Objects

Materials

Silver, Bronze, Steel

Signed Cartier Sterling Silver Mid-Century Modernist Flower Blossom Candlesticks
Signed Cartier Sterling Silver Mid-Century Modernist Flower Blossom Candlesticks

Signed Cartier Sterling Silver Mid-Century Modernist Flower Blossom Candlesticks

$1,800 / set

Signed Cartier Sterling Silver Mid-Century Modernist Flower Blossom Candlesticks

By Cartier

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine pair of Mid-Century two-light table candleabra or candle holders. In sterling silver. Retailed by Cartier. Likely designed and manufactured by Abbiati Gioacchino fu Carlo f...

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Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Cartier Decorative Objects

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Cartier Black Glass Conch Shell Bud Vase, Marked "Cartier"
Cartier Black Glass Conch Shell Bud Vase, Marked "Cartier"

Cartier Black Glass Conch Shell Bud Vase, Marked "Cartier"

$910

Cartier Black Glass Conch Shell Bud Vase, Marked "Cartier"

By Cartier

Located in Astoria, NY

Cartier Black Glass Conch Shell Bud Vase, marked "Cartier" to underside. 2.5" H x 3" W x 4" D. Provenance: From a 500 Park Avenue Estate.

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20th Century American Modern Cartier Decorative Objects

Materials

Glass

Classic Cartier 18ct Gold Plated Black Vendome Trinity Rollerball Pen & Box
Classic Cartier 18ct Gold Plated Black Vendome Trinity Rollerball Pen & Box

Classic Cartier 18ct Gold Plated Black Vendome Trinity Rollerball Pen & Box

$1,170

Classic Cartier 18ct Gold Plated Black Vendome Trinity Rollerball Pen & Box

By Cartier

Located in Reading, Berkshire

Elegant Vintage Cartier 18ct Gold Plated & Black Vendome Trinity Oval Rollerball Pen Made in Paris, France Item Is Sold With Original Red & Gold Leather Box.

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Late 20th Century French Art Deco Cartier Decorative Objects

Materials

Gold Plate

Cartier Must II ballpoint pen silver plated and palladium 1980s
Cartier Must II ballpoint pen silver plated and palladium 1980s

Cartier Must II ballpoint pen silver plated and palladium 1980s

$1,057

Cartier Must II ballpoint pen silver plated and palladium 1980s

By Cartier

Located in Paris, IDF

This Cartier Must II ballpoint pen from the 1980s is a rare piece made of silver plating and palladium, adorned with a distinctive engraved motif featuring Cartier's iconic "C". It b...

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1980s French Modern Vintage Cartier Decorative Objects

Materials

Silver Plate

CARTIER 1965 Geometric Bauhaus Octagonal Vase In Solid .925 Sterling Silver
CARTIER 1965 Geometric Bauhaus Octagonal Vase In Solid .925 Sterling Silver

CARTIER 1965 Geometric Bauhaus Octagonal Vase In Solid .925 Sterling Silver

$2,098Sale Price|30% Off

CARTIER 1965 Geometric Bauhaus Octagonal Vase In Solid .925 Sterling Silver

By Cartier, Moritz Schroth

Located in Miami, FL

An octagonal geometric vase designed by Cartier. Being offered is a very rare octagonal vase created by Schroth in New York City by for the jewelry house of Cartier, back in 1950. T...

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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cartier Decorative Objects

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Cartier Art Deco Table Clock
Cartier Art Deco Table Clock

Cartier Art Deco Table Clock

$28,500

Cartier Art Deco Table Clock

By Cartier

Located in New Orleans, LA

This Art Deco period table clock by Cartier is an extremely rare find and in a class of its own. Crafted of black lacquer, no detail was spared by the famed firm in creating this hig...

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20th Century French Art Deco Cartier Decorative Objects

Materials

Silver, Brass

A 18ct Gold Nib Must de Cartier Platinum Cased Trinity Fountain Pen
A 18ct Gold Nib Must de Cartier Platinum Cased Trinity Fountain Pen

A 18ct Gold Nib Must de Cartier Platinum Cased Trinity Fountain Pen

$1,224 / set

A 18ct Gold Nib Must de Cartier Platinum Cased Trinity Fountain Pen

By Cartier

Located in Reading, Berkshire

Vintage Cartier 18ct Gold Plated Nib Trinity Fountain Pen With Box This Must de Cartier fountain pen has a body in engine turned silver metal with gadroon motif. Finished with th...

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1980s French Art Deco Vintage Cartier Decorative Objects

Materials

Gold, Silver Plate

Pair of Cartier Traditional Colonial Sterling Silver Candlesticks
Pair of Cartier Traditional Colonial Sterling Silver Candlesticks

Pair of Cartier Traditional Colonial Sterling Silver Candlesticks

$750 / set

Pair of Cartier Traditional Colonial Sterling Silver Candlesticks

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

Pair of traditional American Colonial sterling silver candlesticks, ca 1950. Each: Footed urn socket mounted to tapering columnar shaft; raised and stepped foot. Marks include retail...

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Mid-20th Century American Colonial Revival Cartier Decorative Objects

Materials

Sterling Silver

Vintage Must de Cartier crystal inkwell
Vintage Must de Cartier crystal inkwell

Vintage Must de Cartier crystal inkwell

$549

Vintage Must de Cartier crystal inkwell

By Cartier

Located in NEWARK, GB

A fine vintage Must de Cartier crystal inkwell. It is a melon shaped inkwell with a chunky ribbed crystal body, reflecting the light beautifully, the ...

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Late 20th Century French Modern Cartier Decorative Objects

Materials

Crystal, Silver Plate

Cartier American Solid Silver and Enamel Cigarette Box, 20th Century
Cartier American Solid Silver and Enamel Cigarette Box, 20th Century

Cartier American Solid Silver and Enamel Cigarette Box, 20th Century

$5,223

Cartier American Solid Silver and Enamel Cigarette Box, 20th Century

By Cartier

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

A superb 20th Century exceptionally rare American solid silver and enamel cigarette box. The lid is decorated with different cigarette brands: “Lucky Strike,” “Old Gold,” “Camel,” an...

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20th Century American Other Cartier Decorative Objects

Materials

Silver, Enamel

Vintage Cartier Sterling Silver Pill Box c.1980
Vintage Cartier Sterling Silver Pill Box c.1980

Vintage Cartier Sterling Silver Pill Box c.1980

$894

Vintage Cartier Sterling Silver Pill Box c.1980

By Cartier

Located in Bath, GB

A wonderful vintage solid sterling silver pill box, beautiful quality to be expected from the world renowned luxury retailer, Cartier. The lid has the large Cartier "C" logo integra...

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1980s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cartier Decorative Objects

Materials

Sterling Silver

Cartier Baignoire Alarm Clock, 18ct Gold Plate & Brass, Swiss, 1980s
Cartier Baignoire Alarm Clock, 18ct Gold Plate & Brass, Swiss, 1980s

Cartier Baignoire Alarm Clock, 18ct Gold Plate & Brass, Swiss, 1980s

$2,201 / set

Cartier Baignoire Alarm Clock, 18ct Gold Plate & Brass, Swiss, 1980s

By Cartier

Located in Reading, Berkshire

Cartier Paris 18ct Gold Plate & Brass Mechanical Alarm Clock From The Baignoire Series 1980's With White Enamel Dial & Roman Numerals, Blue Cabochon Crowns Supplied With A Re...

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20th Century Swiss Art Deco Cartier Decorative Objects

Materials

Gold Plate, Brass, Enamel

Vintage Cartier Handmade Sterling Silver Shopping Bag
Vintage Cartier Handmade Sterling Silver Shopping Bag

Vintage Cartier Handmade Sterling Silver Shopping Bag

$2,250

Vintage Cartier Handmade Sterling Silver Shopping Bag

By Cartier

Located in Cincinnati, OH

This vintage sterling silver shopping bag was handmade by Cartier. The boutique-style shopping bag is designed to stand upright and features two arched handles composed of thick-gau...

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1970s French Other Vintage Cartier Decorative Objects

Materials

Sterling Silver

Art Deco 'cubist' Travel Clock by Cartier
Art Deco 'cubist' Travel Clock by Cartier

Art Deco 'cubist' Travel Clock by Cartier

$4,817

Art Deco 'cubist' Travel Clock by Cartier

By Cartier

Located in Norwich, GB

C A R T I E R Art Deco ‘cubist’ travel clock in a gilded case resting on black block feet with black and red geometric line decoration. Painted dial with Arabic numerals signed ...

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1970s French Art Deco Vintage Cartier Decorative Objects

Materials

Brass

Vintage Signed Cartier Sterling Silver Mid-Century Picture or Photo Frame
Vintage Signed Cartier Sterling Silver Mid-Century Picture or Photo Frame

Vintage Signed Cartier Sterling Silver Mid-Century Picture or Photo Frame

$1,500

Vintage Signed Cartier Sterling Silver Mid-Century Picture or Photo Frame

By Cartier

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine vintage signed silver picture or photo frame. By Cartier. In sterling silver. With a robust easel back stand. Marked to the base. Simply an wonderful frame from Cartier! ...

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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Cartier Decorative Objects

Materials

Sterling Silver

Vintage Signed Cartier Sterling Silver Mid-Century Picture or Photo Frame
Vintage Signed Cartier Sterling Silver Mid-Century Picture or Photo Frame

Vintage Signed Cartier Sterling Silver Mid-Century Picture or Photo Frame

$1,850

Vintage Signed Cartier Sterling Silver Mid-Century Picture or Photo Frame

By Cartier

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine vintage signed silver picture or photo frame. By Cartier. In sterling silver. With a robust easel back stand. Marked to the base. Simply a wonderful frame from Cartier! ...

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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Cartier Decorative Objects

Materials

Sterling Silver

Vintage Signed Cartier Sterling Silver Mid-Century Picture or Photo Frame
Vintage Signed Cartier Sterling Silver Mid-Century Picture or Photo Frame

Vintage Signed Cartier Sterling Silver Mid-Century Picture or Photo Frame

$1,750

Vintage Signed Cartier Sterling Silver Mid-Century Picture or Photo Frame

By Cartier

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine vintage signed silver picture or photo frame. By Cartier. In sterling silver. With a robust easel back stand. Marked to the base. Simply a wonderful frame from Cartier! ...

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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Cartier Decorative Objects

Materials

Sterling Silver

Vintage Signed Cartier Sterling Silver Mid-Century Picture or Photo Frame
Vintage Signed Cartier Sterling Silver Mid-Century Picture or Photo Frame

Vintage Signed Cartier Sterling Silver Mid-Century Picture or Photo Frame

$1,750

Vintage Signed Cartier Sterling Silver Mid-Century Picture or Photo Frame

By Cartier

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine vintage signed silver picture or photo frame. By Cartier. In sterling silver. With a robust easel back stand. Marked to the base. Simply a wonderful frame from Cartier! ...

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20th Century Mid-Century Modern Cartier Decorative Objects

Materials

Sterling Silver

Cartier Santos 18ct Gold Plated & Brushed Steel Ballpoint Pen in Original Box
Cartier Santos 18ct Gold Plated & Brushed Steel Ballpoint Pen in Original Box

Cartier Santos 18ct Gold Plated & Brushed Steel Ballpoint Pen in Original Box

$949 / set

Cartier Santos 18ct Gold Plated & Brushed Steel Ballpoint Pen in Original Box

By Montblanc, Cartier

Located in Reading, Berkshire

Cartier Santos Brushed Steel & 18ct Gold Plated Stylo Bille Must II Comes With Original Paperwork & Red Cartier Presentation Box 2003, brought from Selfridges London Carti...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Cartier Decorative Objects

Materials

Gold Plate, Steel

Cartier Cigarette Case fired Enamel Sterling Silver Art Art Deco Salimbeni
Cartier Cigarette Case fired Enamel Sterling Silver Art Art Deco Salimbeni

Cartier Cigarette Case fired Enamel Sterling Silver Art Art Deco Salimbeni

$4,506

Cartier Cigarette Case fired Enamel Sterling Silver Art Art Deco Salimbeni

By Salimbeni, Cartier

Located in Firenze, FI

Cigarette case for handbag in 925/1000 sterling silver with black fired enamel. Opening with spring button. Size cm. 6.3 x 9.7 x 1.5 . Created in Art Deco style for Cartier USA in th...

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1980s Italian Art Deco Vintage Cartier Decorative Objects

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Cartier Cigarette Case fired enamel stripes in Art Deco style made by Salimbeni
Cartier Cigarette Case fired enamel stripes in Art Deco style made by Salimbeni

Cartier Cigarette Case fired enamel stripes in Art Deco style made by Salimbeni

$9,819

Cartier Cigarette Case fired enamel stripes in Art Deco style made by Salimbeni

By Salimbeni, Cartier

Located in Firenze, FI

Cigarette case sterling silver with long rounded sides in 925/1000 sterling silver with fire-enamelled stripes in Art Deco style. With “lost” hinge, i.e. semi-invisible. Dimensions ...

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1980s Italian Art Deco Vintage Cartier Decorative Objects

Materials

Sterling Silver, Enamel

Cartier 18ct Gold Plated & Red Lacquered Ballpoint With Red Cartier Box
Cartier 18ct Gold Plated & Red Lacquered Ballpoint With Red Cartier Box

Cartier 18ct Gold Plated & Red Lacquered Ballpoint With Red Cartier Box

$1,197 / set

Cartier 18ct Gold Plated & Red Lacquered Ballpoint With Red Cartier Box

By Cartier

Located in Reading, Berkshire

Cartier 18ct Gold Plated & Red Lacquered Ballpoint With Red Cartier Box Stunning Example of a Must De Cartier ballpoint pen, featuring the classic trinity rings and an enamel id...

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Late 20th Century French Art Deco Cartier Decorative Objects

Materials

Gold Plate

Cartier Midcentury Modern Sterling Silver Double Picture Frame
Cartier Midcentury Modern Sterling Silver Double Picture Frame

Cartier Midcentury Modern Sterling Silver Double Picture Frame

$1,200

Cartier Midcentury Modern Sterling Silver Double Picture Frame

By Lebkuecher & Co., Cartier

Located in New York, NY

Midcentury Modern sterling silver double frame. Rectangular surround with divided window for two portrait (vertical) pictures. With glass, silk lining, and wood laminate back and hin...

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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Cartier Decorative Objects

Materials

Sterling Silver

Cartier Decorative Box Display Stand, Metal, Modern Design, France
Cartier Decorative Box Display Stand, Metal, Modern Design, France

Cartier Decorative Box Display Stand, Metal, Modern Design, France

$236Sale Price|64% Off

Cartier Decorative Box Display Stand, Metal, Modern Design, France

By Cartier

Located in London, England

Discover the refinement of the Cartier display, ideal for highlighting your jewelry or watches with a touch of elegance. This chic display has an immaculate white base and a red back...

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2010s Unknown Modern Cartier Decorative Objects

Materials

Metal

Cartier decorative objects for sale on 1stDibs.

Cartier decorative objects are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of metal and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Cartier decorative objects, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original decorative objects by Cartier were created in the Art Deco style in europe during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider decorative objects by Pierre Le Faguays, Max Le Verrier, and Marcel-André Bouraine. Prices for Cartier decorative objects can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $179 and can go as high as $89,500, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $3,394.

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Questions About Cartier Decorative Objects
  • Is Cartier the same as Rolex?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertDecember 17, 2024
    No, Cartier is not the same as Rolex. Louis-François Cartier founded Cartier in Paris in 1847. Some of its most iconic watches include the Tank, the Santos, the Ballon Bleu, the Calibre de Cartier and the Drive de Cartier. Hans Wilsdorf established Rolex in London in 1905. Today, the maker is well-known for its sophisticated watches, including the Submariner, the Daytona, the DateJust, the Oyster Perpetual and the GMT-Master II. Find a selection of Cartier and Rolex watches on 1stDibs.
  • Why is Cartier so popular?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    There 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 Cartier Vermeil?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Cartier 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 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The 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 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Cartier 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.
  • What is the Cartier logo?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    The 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.
  • What is the Cartier symbol?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Today, 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 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    One 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 so special about Cartier?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertJanuary 10, 2025
    Cartier is special for at least a few reasons. The French luxury brand is one of the most well-known and internationally revered jewelers in the world.

    Cartier has helped create style trends over the course of its long history, including playing a prominent role in defining Art Deco jewelry. The brand designed one of the first modern wristwatches for men — the Santos de Cartier — and its Panthère motif and Love bracelet are universally renowned among lovers of fine jewelry.

    Additionally, it should come as no surprise that Cartier engagement rings are among the most desirable on the jewelry market for those hoping to be betrothed. The house, founded in 1847 by Louis-François Cartier, pioneered the use of platinum in fine jewelry in the late 1800s, identifying the strong, lustrous metal as ideal for bringing out the true qualities of diamonds.

    Find Cartier jewelry for sale on 1stDibs.
  • Is Cartier as prestigious as Rolex?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertDecember 17, 2024
    Yes, Cartier is generally as prestigious as Rolex. These two luxury watch brands are universally heralded for all the distinctive timepieces they’ve brought to market. The main reasons for Rolex's success are its unwavering commitment to precision and an unflagging pursuit of innovation. During its long history, Rolex has introduced the world's first waterproof watch, the first wristwatch to feature an automatic date-changing function and more. Cartier has an equally rich heritage. The Santos de Cartier watch was one of the world's first modern, commercially successful wristwatches for men. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse assortment of Cartier and Rolex watches.
  • What quality are Cartier diamonds?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Cartier only uses high-quality diamonds in their jewelry designs. The brand works only with gemstones that rank as Very Good or Excellent for cut and between IF and VS2 for clarity according to GIA standards. On 1stDibs, find a range of Cartier diamond jewelry.
  • What is the most popular Cartier jewelry?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023
    The most popular Cartier jewelry is open to debate. Because the French luxury jewelry maker has produced many iconic lines and style trends change over time, it can be difficult to state which is the most popular at any given moment. Some highly sought-after Cartier pieces include those from the Love, Trinity and Panthère de Cartier collections, as well as the Juste un Clou bracelet. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of Cartier jewelry.
  • What is special about the Cartier Santos?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023
    There are a few things that are special about the Cartier Santos watch. One is its history. When it debuted in 1904, it was one of the world's first modern wristwatches for men. Louis Cartier designed the timepiece for his friend, popular Brazilian aviator Alberto Santos-Dumont, who wanted to be able to check the time more easily while flying. A unique feature of the Santos is that it comes with both a bracelet and a leather strap, plus a tool that lets you easily swap out the components. Also, many people appreciate the watch’s timeless details, which haven't changed much since its inception. Shop a large selection of Cartier Santos watches on 1stDibs.
  • Are Cartier watches respected?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023
    Yes, Cartier watches are respected by many collectors due to their innovative designs, reliable mechanisms and fine craftsmanship. One of Cartier’s earliest major successes was the Santos de Cartier watch—one of the world's first modern wristwatches for men. Louis Cartier designed the timepiece in 1904 for his friend, the popular Brazilian aviator Alberto Santos-Dumont, who wanted to be able to check the time more easily while flying. Another of Cartier’s famous timepieces is the Tank watch, which was inspired by the linear form of military tanks during World War I. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of Cartier watches.
  • How much is a Cartier bracelet?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    The price of Cartier bracelets varies based on age, condition, and rarity. The least expensive versions of the Cartier Love bracelet, for example, can still cost around $4,000. On 1stDibs, there is a variety of Cartier bracelets for sale.
  • Does Cartier have rings for men?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Yes, Cartier sells rings for men. The luxury jewelry house produces numerous band rings, including the 1895 wedding band, the C DE, the Love and the D'Amour wedding band. In addition, the brand offers a ring version of its Trinity bracelet. The piece combines yellow, white and rose gold bands to symbolize love, friendship and fidelity. Find a selection of Cartier rings on 1stDibs.
  • Does Cartier use platinum?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, Cartier uses platinum in the production of their jewelry and other items. In fact, Alfred Cartier and his three sons are credited with mastering this metal and creating a process that made it possible for jewelers to use this metal efficiently. Find vintage and contemporary Cartier jewelry from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
  • Is Panthere designed by Cartier?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    The Cartier Panthere is one of the brand's most distinctive and iconic shapes, replicating a panther head adorned with gems and jewels. The first panther pattern to appear in the Cartier line was on a watch for women, created in 1914. Shop a collection of Cartier jewelry and watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • Is Cartier real gold?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    As one of the top luxury jewelry houses in the world, Cartier uses some of the finest quality materials. The company uses 18k gold in their jewelry and real diamonds.
  • Is Cartier a British company?
    1 Answer
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    No, Cartier is not a British company. The luxury jewelry maker was founded in Paris in 1847. However, the brand was a jeweler to the British royals, with King Edward VII ordering 27 tiaras for his coronation. Shop a collection of Cartier jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.

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