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Never before did a particular period in art history draw such a wide variety of influences than the Art Deco. Stylistically, it completely broke with the movements that had preceded it and is considered the decorative arts parallel to modernist thought. Their ideas triggered an evolution in architecture, painting and the decorative arts towards a minimal, austere style in which decorative motifs consisted of geometric or stylized ornamentation. Art Deco represented a return to simple and symmetrical style. Bold color played a more important role than ever before, acting no longer as an ornamental afterthought but as a fundamental to the entire design concept .
Since its founding in 1847, Cartier has always been a symbol of French Haute Joaillerie. The incomparable and timeless designs, together with the quality of the gemstones and exceptional craftsmanship are the key reasons why Cartiers jewels are among the most sought-after pieces by the international collector. This exquisite pendant brooch (lot 201) is an exemplar of Cartier's definitive Art Deco style, finely crafted in a stunning contrast of diamonds and black onyx detail. An extraordinary testament to the superb creations produced by Cartier in the early 20th century, this brooch draws a close parallel to a stunning diamond and onyx necklace by Cartier that was sold by Christie's Geneva in November 2009. Dated to 1914, the necklace offered in Geneva was designed as a delicate diamond and onyx amphora. Refined and elegant, the necklace captured the eye of Cartier connoisseurs worldwide. Without question, the superb brooch offered here will delight collectors as a stunning example of Cartier Art Deco at its best: striking, elegant and the epitome of chic.
AN EXQUISITE ART DECO DIAMOND AND ONYX PENDANT BROOCH, BY CARTIER
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AN EXQUISITE ART DECO DIAMOND AND ONYX PENDANT BROOCH, BY CARTIER
Of foliate design, centering upon an old European-cut diamond and calibré-cut onyx vase, bezel-set with three old mine-cut diamonds, with an onyx and old European-cut diamond drop, extending pierced old European and old mine-cut diamond flowers and leaves, with calibré-cut onyx detail, each terminal suspending an articulated tassel composed of graduated old European-cut diamond tulip-shaped links, spaced by collet-set diamonds and accented by drop-shaped onyx, mounted in platinum, circa 1910, in a Cartier red leather case
Signed Cartier, New York
Of foliate design, centering upon an old European-cut diamond and calibré-cut onyx vase, bezel-set with three old mine-cut diamonds, with an onyx and old European-cut diamond drop, extending pierced old European and old mine-cut diamond flowers and leaves, with calibré-cut onyx detail, each terminal suspending an articulated tassel composed of graduated old European-cut diamond tulip-shaped links, spaced by collet-set diamonds and accented by drop-shaped onyx, mounted in platinum, circa 1910, in a Cartier red leather case
Signed Cartier, New York