Some names speak for themselves. Cartier is one of them.
Since 1847, the Maison has shaped a vision of beauty that feels as fresh today as it did a century ago — refined, daring, and unmistakably modern.
The V&A’s new exhibition, Cartier, The Exhibition, offers a glimpse inside this world.
More than 300 pieces trace the evolution of Cartier’s style: from glittering royal tiaras to bold Art Deco designs, from the colourful whimsy of Tutti Frutti jewels to the fierce elegance of the Panthère.
*Images courtesy of Cartier and the Victoria & Albert Museum, London
Drawings, photographs, and design archives reveal how Cartier has always moved ahead of its time - not following fashion, but quietly redefining it.
What strikes you is not just the craftsmanship, but the spirit behind it: a sense of ease, confidence, and invention that never feels forced.
Throughout the exhibition, beauty reveals itself in many forms - a perfect curve, an unexpected stone, a playful motif - always with that Cartier signature: elegance without excess.
Cartier 18ct Gold Rose Ladybird Brooch and 1960s Cartier gold hoop earrings
At E L T O N S, it’s exactly this spirit we look for when selecting each vintage Cartier piece in our collection.
The exhibition runs until 16 November 2025 at the Victoria and Albert Museum, London.
Tickets and more information are available through the V&A website here.