Cartier Tank Cintrée

CARTIERTANK CINTREE CARTIER. AN EARLY, RARE AND ELEGANT RECTANGULAR CURVED 18K GOLD WRISTWATCH TANK CINTREE MODEL, CASE NO. 16417 / 23860, CIRCA 1925

CARTIER. AN EARLY, RARE AND ELEGANT RECTANGULAR CURVED 18K GOLD WRISTWATCH TANK CINTREE MODEL, CASE NO. 16417 / 23860, CIRCA 1925 Movement : Manual Dial : White Case : 23 mm. wide, 46 mm. overall length With : 18k gold Cartier deployant clasp, punch-numbered '11749' CARTIER. AN EARLY, RARE AND ELEGANT RECTANGULAR CURVED 18K GOLD WRISTWATCH TANK CINTREE MODEL, CASE NO. 16417 / 23860, CIRCA 1925 Movement : Manual Dial : White Case : 23 mm. wide, 46 mm. overall length With : 18k gold Cartier deployant clasp, punch-numbered '11749'Appreciation and understanding of Cartier’s 20 th century wristwatches increases year on year and any significant rarity that appears at auction creates international interest and is fiercely pursued. Always one of the ultimate symbols of discreet luxury, the Tank Cintrée is one of the most desirable models among classic Cartier wristwatches. During its golden age, Cartier made a relatively small number of wristwatches, even fewer of which have survived to this day. The Cartier Tank Cintrée, which translates to 'curved' in French, is regarded as the most elegant version of the Tank design. It was introduced in 1921, and the name comes from the long, slightly curved case that was created to fit the wrist perfectly. The Tank Cintrée is still included in Cartier's current collection, which is evidence of its enduring appeal. It has continuously been one of the most sought-after models by discerning collectors, despite being produced in extremely limited quantities.