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Cartier & King's Foundation: Crafting Future Watchmakers
9 Apr
Summary
- Cartier and King's Foundation launch watchmaking training program.
- Students will train in Scotland and Switzerland for five months.
- Applications open April 27 on The King's Foundation website.
A new partnership between Cartier and The King's Foundation is set to revive the art of traditional watchmaking. This three-year program aims to train aspiring artisans in the intricate skills required to craft luxury timepieces.
The program includes five months of formal instruction and two months of project work. Participants will gain invaluable experience at The King's Foundation headquarters in Scotland and Cartier's Maison des Métiers d'Art in Switzerland.
Louis Ferla, CEO of Cartier, emphasized the maison's dedication to preserving and celebrating these rare crafts. The application period opens on April 27 via The King's Foundation website, offering a unique pathway into a time-honored profession.
This initiative also highlights the longstanding connection between Cartier and the British royal family, with many royals having worn the jeweler's creations for significant occasions throughout history.
