Author : Francesca Cartier Brickell
Published : June 8, 2021

The untold story of the family
behind the Jewelry Empire.

The incredible story of three brothers who transformed
a humble Parisian jewelry store
into a global luxury empire.

Founded in 1847, the Cartier house
was originally a humble artisanal jewelry store.
At the turn of the 20th century,
the founder's three grandsons took over the company
with the motto: "Never copy, always create."

Their dream: to conquer the world
thanks to their complementary talents.

Louis, the eldest, a genius creator and rebellious spirit,
takes over the boutique at 13, rue de la Paix in Paris.

Pierre, the youngest, has a sense of business
and is an entrepreneur at heart:
he sets up on Fifth Avenue in New York.

Jacques, the youngest,
the globetrotter of the siblings,
takes up residence in London,
as close as possible
to the court of the British Empire.
His knowledge of gemology allows
to access the best rubies, emeralds
and sapphires in the world.

Together, the three brothers gave birth
to the “Cartier style”: a subtle blend of classic and modern, unparalleled manufacturing,
timeless elegance and a truly Parisian lightness.
Francesca Cartier Brickell




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