





Snake embroidered brooch – inspired by Cartier
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Cartier's fully articulated and diamond-backed Snake necklace, commissioned by Mexican actress María Félix in 1968, is emblematic of the jeweller's incredible craftsmanship and technical ingenuity.
In homage, heritage embroidery house Hand & Lock have produced an exclusive brooch with silvery scales and bold stripes of colour meticulously hand-stitched in bullion and passing thread. Fabric-backed for durability, it's an exquisite, expressive feature piece with timeless style.
Available for a limited time, accompanying the V&A Cartier exhibition.
Design inspired by:
Snake necklace
Cartier Paris, special order, 1968
Cartier Collection © Cartier
Dimensions
7.5 x 4 cm (2.9 x 1.6 in)
Composition
Bullion thread, cotton, metal fastening
Colour
Green
Red
Silver
Product code
170097
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Cartier
A major exhibition featuring more than 350 objects, including precious jewels, historic gemstones, iconic watches and clocks, that chart the evolution of Cartier's legacy of art, design and craftsmanship since the turn of the 20th century.
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