Cartier Ellipse Gondole 78091 18k YG
Famed for their designs such as the Tank, Crash, Santos and plenty of others, Cartier’s pedigree as a watch designer is unquestionable. However, it is the watches outside of those famous few that showcase just how eclectic their design prowess can be, and so we reveal the Cartier Gondole Ellipse. Launched as part of the Louis Cartier collection in 1973 whereby some of the brand’s famous designs were relaunched, and some new designed were introduced, the Ellipse takes the design tenets of other watches and repurposes them in an unconventional format, with its flat top and bottom speaking to the Tank’s rectangular shape, but its swollen sides adding some visual distinction. Featuring the French watchmaker’s signature dial design with its white color, black Roman numerals, railroad minute track and blued steel hands, the 18kt yellow gold Gondole Ellipse is filled with Cartier’s signature design DNA all while adding some new unique elements that are not as often seen, thus filling it with character.
Brand : Cartier
Dimensions : 29mm x 32.5mm
Model : Gondole Ellipse
Movement : Manual-wind Cartier cal. 78-1
Reference : 78091
Bracelet : Leather strap
Year : Circa 1980
Condition : Excellent
Material : 18kt yellow gold
Included : Watch only
Dial Color : Silver
THE DIAL Featuring all of Cartier's core design tenets, the Ellipse boasts the same bright white dial with black Roman numerals, a railroad minute track and blued steel hands that can be found across hundreds of Cartier designs.
THE CONSTRUCTION With its squared-off oval shape, the Gondole Ellipse wears neatly on the wrist while still maintaining a distinctive presence on account of its hefty 18kt yellow gold construction, stepped bezel and unique shape.
TIMING MACHINE READOUT This reading was taken (crown down) with a ONEOF Accuracy Boutique Edition timing machine at time of cataloging. It is provided as a courtesy only, and shall not be construed as a warranty or guarantee of any kind. Please refer to our terms and conditions of sale for more information.
