A fine and rare, Art Deco, rectangular wristwatch in white gold and diamonds, with integrated bracelet.
Model Arte Decò Case Material White gold and diamonds Bracelet Material White gold and diamonds bracelet, approximate length 163mm Year Circa 1920s Movement Manual, 18 jewels Case N° 11'002, 3'568 Dimensions 14mm width x 27.5mm length Signed Case, dial and movement
A testament to timeless elegance, it is not often that one encounters a timepiece that so perfectly encapsulates the artistry, craftsmanship, and avant-garde design language of Cartier’s golden era. This breathtaking Art Deco masterpiece, manufactured in Paris, is a triumph of form and function, exuding an air of sophisticated glamour that has become synonymous with the Maison. The white-gold case, a material reserved for the most prestigious creations of the 1920s, is exquisitely adorned with a harmonious arrangement of round-cut and bullet-shaped diamonds, each meticulously set to enhance the geometric purity of the design. The slender, elongated rectangular dial, with its classic Roman numerals and delicate chemin de fer minute track, is a hallmark of Cartier’s timeless style. What further sets this piece apart is the bracelet, a mesmerizing filigree of white gold and diamonds, embodying the opulence and exuberance of the Roaring Twenties. The interplay of negative space and shimmering gemstones creates a sense of lightness, as if the timepiece were floating on the wrist. This is not merely a watch, it is a piece of wearable haute joaillerie, a jewel that tells time. Stamped “Cartier, Paris, Bté. S.G.D.G.”, this exceptional timepiece represents the pinnacle of the Art Deco aesthetic, an era when Cartier reigned supreme as the “Jeweler of Kings and the King of Jewelers.” A true collector’s dream, this watch is a celebration of Cartier’s unwavering pursuit of perfection, a rare and historic treasure, destined for the most discerning connoisseur. 
