1 / 2
Premium Artcurial
158
-
CARTIER Tank Cintrée No. 375087 / 6841-269197.9
See original version (French)
158
-
CARTIER Tank Cintrée No. 375087 / 6841-269197.9
See original version (French)
Estimate €30,000 - €50,000
Voluntary lot
Description
CARTIER Tank Cintrée
No. 375087 / 6841-269197.9
Circa 1950
18k yellow gold (750) wristwatch
Case: curved rectangular, winding crown set with a faceted sapphire, screw-down clasp, Le Coultre hallmark, signed European Watch and Clock Co Inc
Dial: cream, Roman numerals, railway-track minute track, signed
Movement: mechanical, signed European Watch and Clock Co Inc
Clasp: folding clasp, signed
Dimensions: 36 x 20 mm
Gross weight: 36.80 g.
Provenance: Family heirloom
An 18k yellow gold manual-winding wristwatch with a gold folding clasp.
Family heirloom.
Introduced in 1921, the Tank Cintrée marks one of the earliest evolutions of the Tank Normale. Its elongated, curved case, designed to follow the curve of the wrist, is now highly sought after by collectors of Cartier watches.
Introduced in 1921, the Tank Cintrée represents one of the earliest evolutions of the Tank Normale. Its elongated curved case, designed to follow the shape of the wrist, has made it one of the most sought-after Cartier watches among collectors today.
CONDITION REPORT:
Movement operational at the time of catalogue compilation. Case showing scratches and signs of wear, stamped with the master’s mark L.C (Le Coultre). Dial shows signs of restoration and visible ageing of the material: visible cracking of the material between 10 and 11 o’clock. Movement numbered (375087) and bearing the manufacturer’s key ‘3’. Later clasp. Servicing recommended.
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 on offer may have undergone previous servicing and may contain non-original parts. The dimensions and weight of the items are given as approximate figures.
*We advise potential buyers that straps made from the hides of protected species are displayed but not sold with the watches. Artcurial reserves the right to remove these straps in the event of importation.
CONDITION REPORT:
Movement operational at the time of cataloguing. Case with scratches and signs of wear, stamped ‘L.C’ for LeCoultre. Dial showing signs of restoration and visible ageing on the surface, including visible cracking between 10 and 11 o’clock. Movement numbered (375087) with manufacturer’s key “3”. Buckle added at a later date. Servicing recommended.
Please note that all watches are sold as is. No warranty is provided regarding the 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 have the water resistance checked. Any information regarding restoration, accidents or condition remains subject to the personal assessment of prospective buyers. The absence of any mention of replacement parts, restoration or accidents does not imply that an item is free from defects. All items offered for sale may have undergone previous servicing and may contain non-original parts. Dimensions and weights are provided for guidance only and should be considered approximate.
*Please note that straps made from materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (e.g. alligator and crocodile) are not sold with the watches and are for display purposes only. We reserve the right to remove these straps prior to dispatch.
See original version (French)
Auto-translation. Refer to original language for legal validity.
Pictures credits: Contact the Auction House
You may also like