With royal warrants ranging from Thailand to Russia and much of Europe, it is no surprise that King Edward VII of England famously referred to Cartier as the ‘jeweller of kings and the king of jewellers’. Founded in Paris in 1847 by Louis-Francois Cartier, the firm came to dominate international jewellery design in the early 20th century under the auspices of his three enterprising sons: Louis Cartier in Paris, Pierre Cartier in New York and Jacques Cartier in London. With a roster of visionary designers such as Charles Jacqueau and Pierre Lemarchand, and charismatic creative director Jeanne Toussaint, Cartier’s designs articulated a wide range of influences into highly original and elegant jewels that defined their eras. Their ‘Tutti Frutti’ pieces brought carved emeralds, rubies and sapphires adapted from Indian jewels together in riotous combination from the mid 1920s, while their opulent ‘big cat’ jewels draped themselves across such legendary collectors as Barbara Hutton and the Duchess of Windsor, and became the house’s most beloved mascots. Cartier continues to inspire collectors worldwide with such design classics such as ‘Juste un Clou’ and ‘LOVE’ bracelets, as well as the versatile ‘Tank’ range of watches, and their supremely imaginative high jewellery collections.

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Cartier Tank Chinoise "CPCP", Reference 2685G A limited edition platinum wristwatch, Circa 2005 Dial: silvered Calibre: cal. 437 MC mechanical, 18 jewels Case: platinum, sapphire crystal display back secured by 8 screws Case number: OO62CE Closure: black Cartier alligator strap and 18k white gold folding clasp Size: 37 mm length x 30.5 mm width Signed: case, dial and movement Accessories: Cartier instruction manual and presentation box The Tank Chinoise was Louis Cartier’s love letter to the East. An avid enthusiast and collector of Eastern art, Louis Cartier, the brainchild behind the original Cartier Tank, designed the Chinoise in 1922 to evoke the portico of East Asian temples and other Eastern architecture and signified the brand’s appreciation for Eastern culture and made the Tank Chinoise a historically significant chapter in Cartier’s deep horological narrative. The present example was part of the coveted ‘Collection Privé Cartier Paris’ that ran from 1998 to 2008. The collection celebrated the maison’s rich history through the revitalization of iconic Cartier models from the 20th century. Coming at a slightly larger case size, this rendition further highlights the distinctive design that captivated the hearts of many during the roaring 20s. To crown it all, the present piece is cased in platinum, making this present example a rare piece among the most desirable collection from the French maison in recent history.

View 1 of Lot 2233: Tank Chinoise "CPCP", Reference 2685G | A limited edition platinum wristwatch, Circa 2005

tank chinoise "cpcp", reference 2685g | a limited edition platinum wristwatch, circa 2005

100th Anniversary Limited Edition of 150 watches. Includes <a href="https://www.sothebys.com/en/buy/luxury/watches/watch/cartier?waysToBuy=buyNow" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Cartier</a> box, card, loupe, strap tool, and hang tag.

Tank Chinoise Limited Edition (Reference WGTA0088). A 39.49mm yellow gold manual wind wristwatch. 2022

Includes <a href="https://www.sothebys.com/en/buy/luxury/watches/watch/cartier?waysToBuy=buyNow" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Cartier</a> box, papers, loupe, cloth, and tool.

Tank Chinoise (Reference WGTA0075). A 39.5mm rose gold manual wind wristwatch. 2022

Includes <a href="https://www.sothebys.com/en/buy/luxury/watches/watch/cartier?waysToBuy=buyNow" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Cartier</a> box.

Tank Chinoise (Reference WE300131). A 32mm rose gold diamond-set quartz wristwatch.

Tank Chinoise (Reference WE300351). A 36mm rose gold diamond set quartz wristwatch.

Includes presentation non-<a href="https://www.sothebys.com/en/buy/luxury/watches/watch/cartier?waysToBuy=buyNow" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Cartier</a> box.

Tank Chinoise (Reference WE300251). A 37mm platinum diamond set manual wind wristwatch.

Tank Chinoise (Reference WE300131). A 32mm rose gold diamond set quartz wristwatch.

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