Jean Nouvel Less TOTEM Revolving Storage Designed for Foundation Cartier, Paris
View Similar Items
Jean Nouvel Less TOTEM Revolving Storage Designed for Foundation Cartier, Paris
About the Item
- Creator:
- Dimensions:Height: 75.6 in (192 cm)Width: 23.63 in (60 cm)Depth: 31.5 in (80 cm)
- Style:Modern (In the Style Of)
- Materials and Techniques:Steel,Enameled
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1995
- Condition:Very good vintage condition. In general we would like to point out that all vintage items on 1stdibs have minor imperfections such as little scratches. Mayor imperfections are always shown on pictures or mentioned.
- Seller Location:Dronten, NL
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU931415447702
Cartier
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.
On 1stDibs, find a growing collection of contemporary and vintage Cartier watches, engagement rings, necklaces and other accessories.
- Unique Carved Walnut and Rosewood Display CabinetLocated in Dronten, NLA superb massive Italian walnut and rosewood display cabinet. This sideboard features carved doors in walnut and glass doors with delicate rosewood frames. The interior is completel...Category
Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
MaterialsGlass, Rosewood, Walnut
- Revolving Mobiletto T128 by Osvaldo Borsani for TecnoBy Tecno, Osvaldo BorsaniLocated in Dronten, NLThis rare round cabinet on hidden wheels designed by Osvaldo Borsani for Tecno is made out of lacquered plywood, laminate, leather and steel. The dark grey lacquered plywood interior...Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Carts and Bar Carts
MaterialsSteel
- Refined Pander CabinetBy H.Pander & ZonenLocated in Dronten, NLBeautiful cabinet made by Pander & Zonen, renown Dutch manufacturer of high-end furniture in the first half of the 20th Century. Pander worked with important interior architects and ...Category
Mid-20th Century Dutch Mid-Century Modern Cabinets
MaterialsAsh
$3,750 - Kai Winding Small Rosewood SideboardBy Kai WindingLocated in Dronten, NLRosewood sideboard designed by Kai Winding, produced by Poul Jeppesens Møbelfabrik. The piece has 2 inside drawers with an opening, very suitable for high end stereo equipment storag...Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Cabinets
MaterialsRosewood
- Burl Walnut Art Deco CabinetLocated in Dronten, NLPeriod Dutch Art Deco secretary in wonderful burl walnut veneer in symmetrical pattern. Cut-glass pane, drop front desk, ebony wood door handles. Comes with three beautiful original ...Category
Vintage 1920s Dutch Art Deco Cabinets
MaterialsCut Glass, Ebony, Burl
- Axel Einar Hjorth "Roma" Cabinet, NK SwedenBy Nordiska Kompaniet, Axel Einar HjorthLocated in Dronten, NLSpectacular cabinet in dark stained oak with light oak interior, designed by Axel Einar Hjorth for Nordiska Kompaniet. Manufactured in 1935. Very impressive and practical piece, larg...Category
Vintage 1930s Swedish Mid-Century Modern Sideboards
MaterialsOak
- Jean Nouvel "Less Library Shelf" for Unifor Sp.A., Italy, 1994By Unifor, Jean NouvelLocated in Skokie, ILJean Nouvel "Less Library Shelf" for Unifor Sp.A., Italy, 1994. Minimal pultruded and welded steel. Designed to represent the archetypal shelf, the Less Library is an exercise in pur...Category
1990s Italian Modern Shelves
MaterialsSteel
- Contemporary 'Monolithic' Storage Cabinet Unit, Paris Blue Dyed MDFBy Studio James StickleyLocated in London, GBThe 'Monolithic' storage unit was initially designed for the designer James Stickley himself as a storage unit and work bench for his home studio. It is a stunning graphic minimal piece. The piece is designed to be a monolithic block with a simple yet powerful silhouette. Designed to be able to be placed against a wall or as a room divider in the centre of a room. The cabinet is constructed out of MDF and then has been stained using a coloured linseed oil. The process gives a beautiful patina like effect to the surface. Here is it shown as a workshop storage/work unit...Category
2010s British Brutalist Cabinets
MaterialsOther
- Modern Andrea Salvetti for Dilmos Cabinet Sculpture Storage Aluminium CastBy Dilmos Edizioni, Andrea SalvettiLocated in Milan, ITTOTEM cabinet in aluminum cast with wooden-textured container modules suspended by trunk sections for Dilmos Milano. Composed of 2 doored cabinet structu...Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Cabinets
MaterialsAluminum
- Modern Andrea Salvetti for Dilmos Cabinet Sculpture Storage Aluminium Gold CastBy Andrea SalvettiLocated in Milan, ITTotem cabinet in aluminum cast with wooden-textured container modules suspended by trunk sections for Dilmos Milano. Composed of 3 doored cabinet structu...Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Cabinets
MaterialsAluminum
- Modern Annibale Oste for Dilmos Cabinet Storage Resin Mother Pearl EffectBy Annibale OsteLocated in Milan, ITDouble door cabinet in birch dyed black structure with applications of details in resin and mother of pearl effect on the front for Dilmos Milano. Inside with multiple shelves. Size...Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Cabinets
MaterialsBirch, Resin
- Pair of Wooden and Marble Storage Unit by V. Magistretti for Poggi, Italy, 1970sBy Vico Magistretti, PoggiLocated in Varese, LombardiaThis set is composed by one chest of drawers and one cabinet. They were designed by Vico Magistretti and produced by Poggi, circa 1970. They can be used as a separate units or as a u...Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Cupboards
MaterialsMarble, Metal
Recently Viewed
View AllRead More
How to Spot a Fake Cartier Love Bracelet
This iconic jewel has captured countless hearts with its elegant design and its amatory symbolism. Counterfeiters have taken note of the demand and created fake versions. If you’re looking for a genuine Cartier Love bracelet, it’s crucial to check all the elements for authenticity. Our guide will teach you the telltale traits of a knockoff.
The 14 Most Iconic Watches for Women
Style, craft and heritage combine to make these designs undeniable classics.