Important Watches
Important Watches
Cartier
Reference WGTA0044 Tank Asymétrique | A limited edition yellow gold asymmetrical wristwatch, Circa 2020
Session begins in
December 6, 03:00 PM GMT
Estimate
25,000 - 50,000 USD
Lot Details
Description
Dial: silvered
Caliber: cal. 1917 MC mechanical, 19 jewels
Case: 18k yellow gold, case back secured by four screws
Case number: 4287, no. 073/100
Closure: 18k yellow gold Cartier buckle
Size: 47 x 26 mm
Signed: case, dial and movement
Box: no
Papers: yes
Accessories: Cartier International Limited Warranty card (undated)
Cartier is the master of shaped wristwatches, playing with daring configurations that are now iconic amongst collectors today. From the rectangular Tank and square Santos, to the unique and striking Crash, Cartier has not only mastered shaped watches, but also worked to celebrate their iconic models throughout the years with re-editions.
First introduced in 1936, the Asymétrique was an early triumph in daring shapes. Timepieces featuring this angled dial were often only seen on racing or aviation watches. In today's secondary market various re-edition models have appeared. The present lot is a limited edition watch launched in 2020, numbered 73 out of 100 pieces total.