Cartier Jewellery Exhibition: Diverse Expressions of Femininity at the Hong Kong Palace Museum, a jewellery exhibition titled "Cartier and Women" is about to be unveiled. This is not only a jewellery feast, but also a diverse expression of femininity.
The focus of the exhibition is on the role and influence of women in the history of Cartier, and the participation of three women, Brigitte Lin, Carina Lau and Pansy Ho, adds to the event. The first thing that catches your eye is the same ring crown worn by the Belgian queen worn by Lin Qingxia, made around 1919.
The crown is made up of jewels such as diamonds and platinum, and the unique scroll design, the leaf element at the top, and the white round diamond hanging in the middle all show Cartier's craftsmanship. Brigitte Lin shared that the tiara was worn at her 60th birthday party, which complemented the pearl necklace of the same brand she wore at her wedding, witnessing an important moment in her life.
And the story of this "original" crown is even more fascinating. Made in 1910, it originally belonged to Queen Elisabeth of Belgium and became one of her iconic jewels.
However, over time, the crown was sold to the Belgian royal family's collection and can now be seen again in Cartier's exhibitions. This process evokes the inheritance and evolution of the crown, which is not only a jewel in the hands of women, but also a piece of history.
Cartier Lau wears a Cartier crown made in 1906 and is made of platinum, diamonds and natural pearls. This crown is subtly integrated with Greek anagram elements, making the overall design more rich and interesting.
Carina Lau showed the uniqueness of this jewelry through wearing, and the try-on photos in the exhibition showed different wearing effects, so that the audience has more room for imagination about this crown. And the crown worn by Pansy Ho was made by Cartier in 2012.
Inspired by the ripple shape of the crossed ribbons, the crown is embellished with a large hexagonal emerald in the center, which can be detached and used independently. Although the crown does not have a large diamond compared to the other two women, its compact arrangement and versatile design are impressive.
Pansy Ho showcased the fashion sense and unique temperament of this crown, and with the emerald diamond bracelet, it presented a highly complete shape. There is also a rich story behind this crown.
It was found in India and was worn in 1911 by Indian ladies for the coronation of Queen Mary (India). The brooch later became the collection of Queen Elizabeth, demonstrating its historical value.
This kind of backstory not only adds cultural heritage to the crown, but also connects women from different eras and regions. The Cartier jewellery show is not only a retrospective of Cartier's history, but also a celebration of femininity.
In their own way, these three exceptional women showcase the diversity of Cartier jewelry, giving each piece a unique glow. Connecting women to Cartier's history, the exhibition becomes a meeting point of fashion and culture, inviting visitors to delve into the fascinating stories behind Cartier jewelry.