Few jewellers are as celebrated globally as Cartier. Glamorous, witty and beloved by stars from Elizabeth Taylor and Andy Warhol to Grace Kelly, their iconic pieces – such as the Tank watch, Love bracelet and Trinity ring – each reflect the spirit of their moment in time.
Cartier is a major V&A 2025 exhibition featuring precious jewels, historic gemstones, iconic watches and clocks that chart the evolution of Cartier’s legacy of art, design and craftsmanship since the turn of the 20th century. The accompanying book Cartier explores the history of Maison Cartier, described as the ‘Jeweller of Kings and the King of Jewellers’ by King Edward VII.
Senior Curator of Jewellery Helen Molesworth discusses Cartier’s signature style and its embrace of progress and modernity.
