About the book
This collectible luxury volume features the master jeweler’s most exquisite objects reproduced in color at actual size and including detailed technical specifications. Presented in a luxurious silk slipcase with ribbon closure, this tome is a tribute to the most precious objects in the Cartier Collection: from opulent gold and black enamel vanity cases set with platinum and rose-cut diamond fleurons to intricate Chinese powder compacts and diamond-encrusted platinum and onyx cuff links, these creations are works of art. This handsome volume recounts the history of the House of Cartier and its sublimation of often everyday items, illustrated with more than 550 pieces along with rare archival material.
Editions of The Cartier Collection: Precious Objects
- Hardcover
- ISBN 9782080301604
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This collectible luxury volume features the master jeweler’s most exquisite objects reproduced in color at actual size and including detailed technical specifications. Presented in a luxurious silk slipcase with ribbon closure, this tome is a tribute to the most precious objects in the Cartier Collection: from opulent gold and black enamel vanity cases set with platinum and rose-cut diamond fleurons to intricate Chinese powder compacts and diamond-encrusted platinum and onyx cuff links, these creations are works of art. This handsome volume recounts the history of the House of Cartier and its sublimation of often everyday items, illustrated with more than 550 pieces along with rare archival material.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Cartier Collection: Precious Objects about?
This collectible luxury volume features the master jeweler’s most exquisite objects reproduced in color at actual size and including detailed technical specifications. Presented in a luxurious silk slipcase with ribbon closure, this tome is a tribute to the most precious objects in the Cartier Collection: from opulent gold and black enamel vanity cases set with platinum and rose-cut diamond fleurons to intricate Chinese powder compacts and diamond-encrusted platinum and onyx cuff links, these creations are works of art. This handsome volume recounts the history of the House of Cartier and its sublimation of often everyday items, illustrated with more than 550 pieces along with rare archival material.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in The Cartier Collection: Precious Objects?
Lifestyle, Hobbies and Leisure > Antiques, vintage and collectables > Antiques, vintage and collectables: jewellery
Where can I read a sample of The Cartier Collection: Precious Objects?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9782080301604
Who is/are the Author/s of the book The Cartier Collection: Precious Objects?
Francois Chaille
Who is the Publisher of the book The Cartier Collection: Precious Objects?
Rizzoli
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
The Cartier Collection: Precious Objects is available as hardcover(ISBN 9782080301604)
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