The tiger is one of Cartier’s most iconic animal motifs. Among its most legendary creations is the tiger brooch designed in 1957 for American heiress Barbara Hutton, capturing the feline’s relaxed yet poised posture with elegant realism — a timeless masterpiece of 20th-century jewelry design.
In this new high jewelry creation, Cartier brings to life a tiger seemingly curled around the wearer’s neck. The three-dimensional body is fully pavé-set with yellow, orange, brown, and colorless diamonds, delicately expressing the “King of the Jungle’s” golden mane. Custom-cut onyx pieces form contrasting black stripes with striking visual tension, while pear-shaped emerald eyes lift upward with an alert, captivating gaze. The articulated front paw moves naturally with the wearer, enhancing the impression of animation and realism.
The tiger’s elongated form transforms into a necklace that encircles the neck with elegance. The gold chain, set with round brilliant-cut diamonds, radiates dazzling fire that complements the tiger’s regal presence — a perfect harmony of naturalism and stylized artistry.
