Paris is home to one of the most high profile names and design houses associated with fine jewellery in history, the iconic Cartier. 

This week Matthew and Alyce are taking a deep dive into the world of Cartier with a very special guest. Olivier Bachet is a Cartier expert and author of two books on their incredible work, including his most recent, ‘In The Beginning Was The Line; Cartier Art Deco Drawings 1910-1930.’  

Olivier shares the process of Cartier designs during this period, including the colourful influence of Charles Jacqueau, and why the sophisticated world of early 1900s Paris was such a special time for jewellery. He also shares his tips on how to spot an authentic piece if you’re lucky enough to come across one for your collection. 

THINGS WE SPOKE ABOUT

• Cartier’s Art Deco Drawings 1910-1930
• How one young designer influenced huge change in Cartier designs 
• The impact of globalisation on modern jewellery design 
• Jewellery etiquette and cultural influences in this sophisticated time
• What creative inspiration is found in the design library of Cartier designers 

MORE INFORMATION

https://www.courtville.ie/ 

In The Beginning Was The Line, Cartier, Art Deco Drawings 1910-1930 By Olivier Bachet

https://iaja-expertise.com/books/ 

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QUOTES

Paris is the navel of the world. It was definitely the case in 1900. If you wanted to start an artistic career, you had to go to Paris. - Olivier Bachet 

What he liked, Charles Jaco, mainly was colours. Before 1909 Cartier jewellery was only white, it was made only in platinum and diamonds. So when Charles Jaco arrived in the company he decided to put colours in the jewellery. - Olivier Bachet 

Cartier became, in 20 years time, the most famous jewellery brand in the world. - Olivier Bachet 

The big difference between nowadays and these times, 100 years ago, is sophistication. - Olivier Bachet 

Cartier was producing jewellery with its own taste. The idea behind it was, let's make jewellery that will be recognizable everywhere in the world with our style. - Olivier Bachet 

KEYWORDS

#jewellery #paris #design #cartier #drawings #production