The Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum opened the exhibition El Arte de Cartier – the very first showing in Spain of a selection of jewellery, timepieces and precious objects from the Cartier Collection, running till February 17, 2013.

One of the most ambitious presentations of the Collection to date, it offers a unique opportunity to admire 420 historic pieces by Cartier. Alongside the famous items that once belonged to legendary clients, on offer will be the Garland-style tiara given to Queen Victoria Eugenia by King Alfonso XIII in 1920; an exceptional loan – made possible by the royal family – of this jewellery piece worn by Queen Sofia during official events.