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CARTIER Tank Obus No. 35069 / 78917
Circa 1937
18k yellow go…
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CARTIER Tank Obus No. 35069 / 78917
Circa 1937
18k yellow go…
See original version (French)
Estimate €6,000 - €8,000
Voluntary lot
Description
CARTIER Tank Obus
No. 35069 / 78917
Circa 1937
18k yellow gold (750) wristwatch
Case: square with stylised lugs known as ‘Obus’, winding crown set with a cabochon, numbered 9297 on the inside and 78917 on the back, signed European Watch
Dial: white, Roman numerals, railway-track minute track, blued steel ‘Pomme’ hands, signed Cartier
Movement: mechanical, signed European Watch Co Swiss
Buckle: gold-plated metal pin buckle
Dimensions: 23 x 29 mm
Gross weight: 27.60 g.
Provenance: Collection of a Parisian collector.
An 18k yellow gold manual-winding wristwatch with bullet-shaped lugs and a gilt metal buckle. From a private collector.
In the reference work *Le Temps de Cartier*, written by Jader Barracca, Giampiero Negretti and Franco Nencini, several timepieces featuring stylised lugs known as ‘Obus’ are reproduced on pages 122 and 123. Dating from 1923–1924, they reflect a design deeply inspired by imagery from the First World War. According to information provided by its owner, this watch was acquired in 1937 from the Parisian jeweller.
In the reference work *Le Temps de Cartier*, authored by Jader Barracca, Giampiero Negretti and Franco Nencini, several watches featuring stylised “Obus” lugs are illustrated on pages 122 and 123. Dated to 1923–1924, these pieces reflect a design strongly influenced by imagery from the First World War. According to information provided by its owner, this watch was purchased from the Parisian jeweller Cartier in 1937.
CONDITION REPORT:
Movement operational at the time of catalogue compilation. Eagle’s head hallmark. Several watchmaker’s markings visible on the case back. Dial showing significant signs of ageing: faded markings and visible loss of material. European Watch Co Swiss movement (no. 35069) showing signs of oxidation.
Please note that all watches are sold as is. No guarantee is given as to their working condition. Most watches have been opened to identify the type and quality of the movement, including water-resistant watches. Buyers are advised to consult a watchmaker to check the watch’s water resistance. Any information provided regarding restoration, damage or the condition of the item is subject to the buyer’s own judgement. The absence of any indication of replacement parts, restoration or damage does not in any way imply that an item is free from any existing defects. All items presented may have undergone previous servicing and may contain non-original parts. The dimensions and weight of the items are given as approximate figures.
CONDITION REPORT:
Movement running at the time of cataloguing. French eagle-head hallmark present. Several watchmaker’s service marks visible inside the case back. Dial showing significant signs of ageing, with faded markings and visible loss of material. European Watch Co. Swiss movement (no. 35069) displaying signs of oxidation.
Please note that all watches are sold “as is”. No warranty is given regarding the working condition of the watch. Most watches have been opened to identify the type and quality of the movement, including water-resistant watches. Buyers are advised to have the water resistance checked by a qualified watchmaker. Any references to restoration, accidents or the state of preservation remain subject to the personal judgement of prospective buyers. The absence of any mention of replacement parts, restoration or accidents does not imply that the lot is free from defects. All lots may have undergone previous servicing and may contain non-original parts. Dimensions and weights are provided for guidance only and are approximate.
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