Cartier - Art deco - Ballpoint pen






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Cartier Couture Décor ballpoint pen in ruby-red lacquer with guilloché and real mother-of-pearl, made in France around 2010, in good used condition with slight lacquer damage and a small dent, 14 mm in diameter and 14.5 cm long, serial number 112450, in working order and supplied with the original Cartier red luxury presentation box.
Description from the seller
RARE COLLECTOR'S ITEM: Cartier “Couture Décor” Art Deco Edition – ruby-red lacquer, guilloché & genuine mother-of-pearl
With light lacquer damage (photo)
For sale is a writing instrument of the absolute top class from Cartier. This ballpoint pen from the exclusive Couture Décor series (circa 2010) is a jewelery masterpiece and a testament to the highest French craftsmanship. Because this model was produced in a strictly limited micro-production, it is virtually unobtainable on the market today and a coveted item for connoisseurs and investors.
Design & Exclusive Materials:
This model is a homage to the glamorous Art Deco era and captivates with details that you normally only find in the finest jewelry:
The Mother-of-Pearl Cap End:
The crowning highlight is at the head of the cap. A noble, softly iridescent real mother-of-pearl cabochon is perfectly set there. Depending on the incidence of light, it displays a fascinating, iridescent play of colors and gives the pen a distinctive, aristocratic note.
Guilloché-Lacquer Technique:
The body is coated with a deep ruby-red translucent lacquer. Beneath lies a masterfully engraved guilloché wave pattern, creating optical depth that appears almost three-dimensional in the light.
Finishing:
The clip is not simply smooth but artistically chiseled, underscoring the “Couture” character and the attention to detail of this edition.
Tactile Qualities & Writing Experience:
A Cartier of this caliber is defined not only by its appearance but by the feel in the hand.
Weight & Balance:
The pen has a pleasant heft that immediately communicates the quality of the metals and lacquers used.
Ergonomics:
The softly curved form provides perfect balance, so writing remains effortless and glides smoothly even over long periods. The twist mechanism operates with proverbial Swiss precision – silky-smooth and precise.
Condition & Authenticity (Age-Related)
This exclusive writing instrument has been appreciated and used. In keeping with its authentic age, it bears a small dent.
Note on condition: In the world of vintage luxury objects, such a flaw lends character to the piece. It is a mark of its history and proves that this splendid item was part of a stylish life. The dent is purely cosmetic; the mechanism and the luxurious writing feel are absolutely flawless.
Exclusivity & Scope of Delivery
This pen was produced in an extremely limited quantity in France. It is delivered in the original, classic Cartier luxury presentation box (signature red with gold embossing and soft velvet inlay). This guarantees a stylish presentation and secure protection for this rare investment piece.
Seize this rare opportunity. A Cartier with mother-of-pearl inlay from a strictly limited series is far more than a writing instrument – it is a statement for connoisseurs of the finest lifestyle and an heirloom for future generations.
RARE COLLECTOR'S ITEM: Cartier “Couture Décor” Art Deco Edition – ruby-red lacquer, guilloché & genuine mother-of-pearl
With light lacquer damage (photo)
For sale is a writing instrument of the absolute top class from Cartier. This ballpoint pen from the exclusive Couture Décor series (circa 2010) is a jewelery masterpiece and a testament to the highest French craftsmanship. Because this model was produced in a strictly limited micro-production, it is virtually unobtainable on the market today and a coveted item for connoisseurs and investors.
Design & Exclusive Materials:
This model is a homage to the glamorous Art Deco era and captivates with details that you normally only find in the finest jewelry:
The Mother-of-Pearl Cap End:
The crowning highlight is at the head of the cap. A noble, softly iridescent real mother-of-pearl cabochon is perfectly set there. Depending on the incidence of light, it displays a fascinating, iridescent play of colors and gives the pen a distinctive, aristocratic note.
Guilloché-Lacquer Technique:
The body is coated with a deep ruby-red translucent lacquer. Beneath lies a masterfully engraved guilloché wave pattern, creating optical depth that appears almost three-dimensional in the light.
Finishing:
The clip is not simply smooth but artistically chiseled, underscoring the “Couture” character and the attention to detail of this edition.
Tactile Qualities & Writing Experience:
A Cartier of this caliber is defined not only by its appearance but by the feel in the hand.
Weight & Balance:
The pen has a pleasant heft that immediately communicates the quality of the metals and lacquers used.
Ergonomics:
The softly curved form provides perfect balance, so writing remains effortless and glides smoothly even over long periods. The twist mechanism operates with proverbial Swiss precision – silky-smooth and precise.
Condition & Authenticity (Age-Related)
This exclusive writing instrument has been appreciated and used. In keeping with its authentic age, it bears a small dent.
Note on condition: In the world of vintage luxury objects, such a flaw lends character to the piece. It is a mark of its history and proves that this splendid item was part of a stylish life. The dent is purely cosmetic; the mechanism and the luxurious writing feel are absolutely flawless.
Exclusivity & Scope of Delivery
This pen was produced in an extremely limited quantity in France. It is delivered in the original, classic Cartier luxury presentation box (signature red with gold embossing and soft velvet inlay). This guarantees a stylish presentation and secure protection for this rare investment piece.
Seize this rare opportunity. A Cartier with mother-of-pearl inlay from a strictly limited series is far more than a writing instrument – it is a statement for connoisseurs of the finest lifestyle and an heirloom for future generations.
