I’ve never seen another tiara quite like this Art Deco tiara by Cartier.
What makes it so remarkable, in my opinion, is the pear-shaped diamonds dangling on it like ornaments on a Christmas tree. How sumptuous, all of those diamonds trembling at the ends of the diamond-set scrolls. Such casual luxury.
Like many of my favorite things, this tiara was designed by Cartier in the 1920’s. The tiara is designed as a series of graduated diamond-set scrolls, each suspending pear-shaped diamond flexible pendants. It centers upon a lozenge-shaped diamond. Christie’s does not give a total carat weight, which is a shame, because I’m very curious. The piece is signed Cartier London and comes in a red leather Cartier case.
This Art Deco tiara by Cartier was listed in Christie’s November 2012 Magnificent Jewels sale. All images and info are thanks to Christie’s.
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Oh my god. I actually stopped breathing.
Yes! That is precisely the effect it has on me too. It’s actually so beautiful it elicits an involuntary physical reaction.
When I read books now, I try to imagine which specific tiaras the royal characters would be wearing. It’s the best game. I’ll post more so you can play too.
OHMYGOD so many books just got EVEN BETTER!
Right??? BEST game. Soon we will drink wine and match tiaras to fictional characters.
Sign me up! Dang, that’s stunning! covet!
Right? I actualy feel a little bit like I’ve been hit in the face when I look at it. It’s almost too pretty.