"In this addition to Assouline's Impossible Collection series, the evolution of Cartier's style is explored through 100 pieces that the house produced in the 20th century, including the 1948 emerald panther brooch, the first time its signature animal was presented in a realistic manner. The story of how Cartier built its style tracks how modern luxury was born," said Herve Dewintre, a journalist and jewelry consultant in Paris who wrote the book.
"The book explores in detail why certain shapes, materials, and motifs entered the house repertoire. You will always see ancient echoes with contemporary elements in Cartier's jewelry. Motifs are chosen from within a shared heritage of human civilization, which means you can find motifs from Egyptian temples or some going back to the Neolithic era."
"Those foundations were laid primarily by Louis Cartier, a world traveler, art connoisseur, and member of the house's third generation. And it mostly occurred during the period just after the house moved into its boutique at 13".
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