CARTIER, ASYMETRIQUE, A UNIQUE PLATINUM SKELETONISED WRISTWATCH, 1/1
CASE NUMBER: A 114478
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Price Realised USD 60,480
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USD 50,000 - USD 100,000
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Closed: 30 Apr 2024
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CARTIER, ASYMETRIQUE, A UNIQUE PLATINUM SKELETONISED WRISTWATCH, 1/1
The present timepiece is a pièce unique (caseback engraved 1/1) and features an attractive dial that features two decorative techniques that are mastered by few in the realm of watchmaking. The two techniques includes skeletonisation – the process of removing all excess metal from the bridges and plates of a mechanical movement – and engraving whatever is left of the metal.
The elegant “Tank Asymètrique” model was launched in 1996 in a limited edition of 300 examples in yellow gold and 100 in platinum. It is a re-adaptation of Cartier’s 1936 “Parallelogram” model. The tilted case shape, combined with pronounced Arabic numerals, was chosen to facilitate the reading of time while driving.
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OVERALL CONDITION: Good CASE: Shows signs of wear. Surface scratches only DIAL: Nice, clean and original MOVEMENT: Ticking at the time of cataloguing. However, we do not test the movement for accuracy. A service is recommended. BUCKLE: With surface scratches
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Lot 36Sale 23035
CASE NUMBER: A 114478CARTIER, ASYMETRIQUE, A UNIQUE PLATINUM SKELETONISED WRISTWATCH, 1/1Estimate: USD 50,000 - 100,000
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