#jewellery-design

#jewellery-design

As of 2025, the Panthère has been prowling around Cartier jewellery for a rather satisfying 111 years. Its distinct markings - generally executed in white diamonds and onyx, although sometimes in yellow gold too - were first recreated on a watch. The actual form of the big cat, meanwhile, debuted on a cigarette case made in 1917 and given by the family scion Louis Cartier to formidable jewellery designer Jeanne Toussaint, who was also his lover.

After all, the jewellery is colourful - encrusted with precious blue sapphires, vivid rubies and deep emeralds. Removing the radiancy of these precious gems from the visuals was a risk.