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Cartier
Ref. CRWHTA0023
Tank Asymétrique “Temple Edition”
An off-catalogue, boutique exclusive platinum asymmetrical skeletonized wristwatch with burgundy lacquer accents, warranty, and presentation box, numbered 16 of a limited edition of 60 pieces
Full-Cataloguing
Part of the so-called “Temple Exclusive”, the present Tank Asymétrique with burgundy lacquer-filled skeletonized indexes and numerals, has rarely been seen publicly. Only 60 pieces were made and these examples were only available at the London, Paris, and New York City boutiques as part of their off-catalogue offering. The complementary burgundy strap and ruby cabochon further enhance the cohesiveness of the watch. It is presented in excellent overall condition, with all its original accessories, and offered on behalf of an important international collector.
Cartier
FrenchWith the Constitution of 1848 came a new standard for luxury in France. Founded one year prior by Louis-Francois Cartier, the house of Cartier was one of the first to use platinum in jewelry making. This incredibly expensive material became the stepping-stone for Cartier to experiment in form, mechanisms and attitude. It helped men move from pocket watches to wristwatches, effectively making the watch much more functional and prominent in a man's overall wardrobe.
Cartier did not only touch on functionality. Inspired by a commissioned painting by George Barbier featuring a black panther at the feet of an elegantly bejeweled woman, Cartier began incorporating wild animals in his designs—most notably, Cartier Panthère rings, bangle bracelets and watches. Yet it wasn't until the late 1960s that the house of Cartier debuted their iconic yellow and rose gold LOVE collection, which includes the famous bracelet that only a special screwdriver can open.