An exceptional Cartier Montres diamond brooch dating to the 1930s, designed as a stylised bow with a dramatic elongated drop. The piece showcases Cartier’s refined craftsmanship during the interwar period, combining sculptural gold work with an elegant arrangement of antique diamonds.
The brooch is formed as a ribbon-style bow set with a cluster of old-cut diamonds at its centre, from which descends an openwork drop composed of finely curved gold wires. These wires are delicately set with small diamonds throughout, creating a light and graceful structure that enhances the brilliance of the stones while maintaining a fluid, airy design.
Dimensions
Height: 6.5 cm
Width: 4.5 cm
Depth: 1.7 cm
Weight: 33.4 grams
Specifications
Maker: Cartier Montres
Period: Circa 1930s - Art Deco
Type: Diamond Bow Brooch
Metal: Gold
Diamonds -
Centre Diamond: Approximately 0.75 ct
Secondary Diamonds: 5 stones approximately 0.50 ct each
Accent Diamonds: 30 stones approximately 0.02 ct each
Total Diamond Weight: Approximately 3.85 ct
Diamond Colour: G–H
Diamond Clarity: SI
Condition Report
The brooch is in good vintage condition consistent with age.
An exceptional Cartier Montres diamond brooch dating to the 1930s, designed as a stylised bow with a dramatic elongated drop. The piece showcases Cartier’s refined craftsmanship during the interwar period, combining sculptural gold work with an elegant arrangement of antique diamonds.
The brooch is formed as a ribbon-style bow set with a cluster of old-cut diamonds at its centre, from which descends an openwork drop composed of finely curved gold wires. These wires are delicately set with small diamonds throughout, creating a light and graceful structure that enhances the brilliance of the stones while maintaining a fluid, airy design.
Dimensions
Height: 6.5 cm
Width: 4.5 cm
Depth: 1.7 cm
Weight: 33.4 grams
Specifications
Maker: Cartier Montres
Period: Circa 1930s - Art Deco
Type: Diamond Bow Brooch
Metal: Gold
Diamonds -
Centre Diamond: Approximately 0.75 ct
Secondary Diamonds: 5 stones approximately 0.50 ct each
Accent Diamonds: 30 stones approximately 0.02 ct each
Total Diamond Weight: Approximately 3.85 ct
Diamond Colour: G–H
Diamond Clarity: SI
Condition Report
The brooch is in good vintage condition consistent with age.
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