Tutti Frutti
Tutti Frutti jewelry is a style of jewelry that originated in the early 20th century and is characterized by colorful gemstones and diamonds set in a highly decorative and stylized design. The term "Tutti Frutti" means "all fruits" in Italian, reflecting the use of a variety of colored gemstones in these pieces.
Tutti Frutti jewelry was popularized by the French jewelry house Cartier in the 1920s and 1930s. The style was influenced by the Indian-inspired jewelry that was in vogue at the time, and many Tutti Frutti pieces featured Indian-inspired motifs and designs.
Tutti Frutti jewelry typically features a combination of diamonds, rubies, emeralds, and sapphires, often set in a carved and textured mounting that gives the piece a three-dimensional, sculptural quality. The gemstones are often cut in unusual shapes, such as cabochons, and are frequently arranged in a mosaic-like pattern that creates a sense of movement and vitality.
Tutti Frutti jewelry was highly sought after by collectors and fashion-conscious individuals during its heyday, and remains a popular style among vintage and antique jewelry enthusiasts today. Cartier's Tutti Frutti pieces in particular are highly coveted and can command high prices at auction.
Tutti Frutti jewelry was popularized by the French jewelry house Cartier in the 1920s and 1930s. The style was influenced by the Indian-inspired jewelry that was in vogue at the time, and many Tutti Frutti pieces featured Indian-inspired motifs and designs.
Tutti Frutti jewelry typically features a combination of diamonds, rubies, emeralds, and sapphires, often set in a carved and textured mounting that gives the piece a three-dimensional, sculptural quality. The gemstones are often cut in unusual shapes, such as cabochons, and are frequently arranged in a mosaic-like pattern that creates a sense of movement and vitality.
Tutti Frutti jewelry was highly sought after by collectors and fashion-conscious individuals during its heyday, and remains a popular style among vintage and antique jewelry enthusiasts today. Cartier's Tutti Frutti pieces in particular are highly coveted and can command high prices at auction.
