ART FILE 05 | "The Art of Cartier" | Series: "From Art Exhibitions Around the World"
Art File 05 | Madrid, Spain | Museo Nacional Thyssen-Bornemisza
The Legendary Jewelry Born from the "Jeweler to Kings"
The art of Cartier
From October 24, 2012, to February 17, 2013, the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum in Madrid showcased 420 Cartier pieces. This was a rare opportunity to admire one of the world's most exquisite jewelry collections, rich in historical value.
Text by Winsome Li (OPENERS)
Jewels of Ultimate Luxury
Cartier jewelry, beloved by celebrities and royalty alike, was on display in Madrid, Spain.
The exhibition featured numerous pieces created in the first half of the 20th century, spanning the Garland style representative of the era, Art Deco jewelry, and designs inspired by diverse cultures. Personal items worn by luminaries such as Elizabeth Taylor and Princess Grace of Monaco were also exhibited, offering a mirror to the times. While admiring this opulent collection, visitors could also experience the evolution of jewelry design from the past to the present.
The exhibition served as a celebration of the creativity and superior craftsmanship of Cartier's creative team, who continue to produce the finest jewelry.
Official portrait of Princess Grace of Monaco. © G Lukomski
Museo Thyssen-Bornemisza
Venue | Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum
Dates | October 24, 2012 - February 17, 2013
Hours | 10:00 - 19:00 (Tuesday - Sunday)
Closed | Mondays
Admission | 8 Euros
Address | Palacio de Villahermosa, Paseo del Prado 8, Madrid, 28014 Spain
Tel. (+34) 902 76 05 11
www.museothyssen.org/en/thyssen/exposiciones_actuales/98