Lot 2211. An Extraordinary Suite of Jadeite, Coral and Diamond Jewellery, By Cartier. Estimate Upon Request. 2019 © Poly Auction Hong Kong Limited

Accompanied by report no. KJ 99770 dated 22 February 2019 from the Hong Kong Jade & Stone Laboratory stating that the jadeite tested is natural, known in the trade as “A Jade”

Note: The name Cartier is synonymous with beautiful objects of quality and style. It was founded in Paris in1847 by Louis-Francois Cartier. The firm known as Cartier quickly became recognized for its exemplary workmanship and taste.

Throughout the First World War Cartier continued to produce inventive and original designs. Cartier introduced many innovations into the jewelry market. Primarily known for their work with diamonds, the firm designed lavish pieces, often incorporating other stones in new and unusual settings for contrast and color. Sylvie Raulet writes about the atmosphere in Paris after WWI in “Art Deco Jewelry” (Rizzoli): “After the First World War, all the arts participated in an unprecedented cultural revolution. The Golden Twenties witnessed an exceptional alliance of taste, talent and money.” The Cartier firm reached dizzying heights of Art Deco splendor. Louis Cartier’s fascination with exotic motifs led to the creation of diamond, ruby and platinum. Ever since then, Cartier has been using gem quality rubies for their extraordinary pieces.

Poly Auction. Magnificent Jewels, 1 April 2019 2:00PM, Grand Hyatt Hong Kong