Art Deco Cartier Antique Cushion Cut Diamond Graduated Circular Earrings in Platinum

A superb pair of cushion and old cut diamond earrings from the Art Deco period by the House of Cartier. The intense sheen and durability of platinum were highly favoured during this time, as it enabled elaborate designs to be created using numerous stones that would not be obscured by dominant settings. Created during the golden years of the period, these earrings feature graduating circles of shimmering old cut diamonds (7.09ct). Each is defined by a large antique cushion cut diamond (6.40cts total) that has been claw set at the arc of each earring. These are mirrored by smaller examples that have been set opposite, forming the top butterfly backs. The name of Cartier instantly brings to mind the sparkle of diamonds and the allure of the rich and famous. Since it was founded in Paris in 1847, the House has gone from strength to strength, being famously credited as “the jeweller of kings and the king of jewellers” by King Edward VII. The house was at its peak when it was owned and run by the founding family, from 1847 to 1964. Interest in antique jewels from the House has surged in the last year due to the major Cartier exhibition at the Victoria and Albert Museum in London. The Pragnell family are proud to offer a spectacular selection of exquisite signed pieces from the House, ranging from the Art Deco to the Retro periods.