Les Must de Cartier Red Silk Jewel Necklace Design Gold Chain Clutch bag

When Louis-François Cartier inherited the Parisian jewelry shop where he had been working in 1847, he could never have dreamed of what the house of Cartier that he established would become. He, and the family that followed him, would oversee the creation of some of the world’s most famous necklaces, earrings, rings, tiaras and watches that often featured some of the world’s most renowned jewels.

Cartier first introduced purses to its elite clientele in the Twenties, making the accessory distinctly its own by detailing the clasps and closures with precious stones, jades, corals and other jewelry-like embellishments. This clutch speaks to that legacy. Part of its modern-day Les Must de Cartier collection, the structured evening bag with its rounded sides and flat top and bottom is covered in a red silk damask that bears its signature interlocked C motif.

Printed upon its front is a lavish trompe l’oeil tassel pendant of gold, silver, diamonds, emeralds and pearls that appears to dangle from a royal blue twisted cord. Carry this mini treasure over the shoulder by its gold chain or in your hand. The strap can be easily stowed within its interior, which is lined in a black logo fabric and finished with a zip pocket and snap closure.

Measurements:

Height: 7 inches

Depth: 2 inches

Top width: 5 inches

Center width: 8 inches

Bottom width: 4.5 inches

Strap drop: 21 inches

This vintage Les Must de Cartier clutch is in excellent condition. Its exterior is vibrant, with light wear at its bottom corners that is only noticeable upon close inspection. Its interior is pristine, with a hint of patina on the gold-tone snap closure. The bag has a structured front and back and soft gusset at its sides . It is covered in red silk damask with the brand’s signature interlocked C motif woven throughout.

On its front is a printed trompe l’oeil necklace and gold-tone logo plate. Its interior opens via a gold-tone snap and includes a gold-tone logo plate, black logo lining and zip pocket. The gold-tone chain can be used as a shoulder strap or tucked inside. This bag comes with its original box. High-quality vintage pieces like this are yours to live in and love while increasing in value every year. It’s never too soon to start collecting them, as an investment in your wardrobe—and in yourself.