Cartier. CARTIER GOLD 'BAIGNOIRE' WRISTWATCH - photo 1
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CARTIER GOLD 'BAIGNOIRE' WRISTWATCH

Lot 10
27.10.2020 10:00UTC +00:00
Classic
Sold
$ 3 250
AuctioneerCHRISTIE'S
Event locationUnited Kingdom, London
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ID 424045
Lot 10 | CARTIER GOLD 'BAIGNOIRE' WRISTWATCH
Estimate value
$ 1 500 – 2 000
Designed as an oval gold case with enamel dial and Roman numeral indicators, to the jeweled movement, completed by a later strap and gilt metal deployant clasp

METAL: 18k yellow gold (watch case) and gilt metal (later strap deployment fitting)
SIGNATURE: CARTIER
MARKS: Numbered with Swiss marks to side of case
SIZE/DIMENSIONS: Watch case 3 x 2 cm
GROSS WEIGHT: 27.8 grams
Circa 1970

While the oval shaped cases of Cartier watches began as early as 1912, it wasn't until 1954 that the iconic 'Baignoire' wristwatch was born, although not officially christened by this name until 1973. French for bathtub, the elongated oval shape became an instant favorite of both Cartier's jewelry and watch clientele. Most recently, Christie's was honored to sell a late 1960s example from the collection of Gloria, late Dowager Countess Bathurst.

~Please note that this lot is made from or contains material that may be either protected or regulated. This lot will be restricted to clients within the United States or to clients that collect the lot at Christie's New York. Please check the relevant customs laws before bidding on this lot and see Section G5 of Conditions of Sale for definitions of cataloguing symbols and further information. Please contact Christie’s Jewelry Department with any additional questions before bidding.

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Manufactur:Cartier
Medium:Gold
Auction house category:Wrist watches
Address of auction CHRISTIE'S
8 King Street, St. James's
SW1Y 6QT London
United Kingdom
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13.10.2020 – 27.10.2020
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