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Founding of Cartier

When
1847
Where
Paris
Part of
Cartier is founded in Paris

Louis-François Cartier founded the firm in Paris in 1847 by taking over the workshop of his master, Adolphe Picard.

Louis-François Cartier established the company in 1847 in Paris. He took over the workshop of his master, Adolphe Picard, to begin the business. The company remained under family control until 1964.

Sources

  1. Cartier (brand) Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-28

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