Cartier

Tank à Vis "CPCP", Reference 2553 | A yellow gold wristwatch with date, Circa 2002

Auction Closed

April 24, 04:23 PM GMT

Estimate

200,000 - 400,000 HKD

Lot Details

Description

PROPERTY FROM THE ORIGINAL OWNER

Cartier

Tank à Vis "CPCP", Reference 2553

A yellow gold wristwatch with date, Circa 2002

Dial: silvered

Calibre: cal. 9902 MC mechanical, 24 jewels

Case: 18k yellow gold, sapphire crystal display back secured by 8 screws

Case number: 025 MG

Closure: black Cartier alligator strap and 18k yellow gold folding clasp

Size: 40 mm length x 28 mm width

Signed: case, dial and movement

Accessories: Cartier Certificate, loupe, instruction manual and presentation box

The CPCP collection was Cartier's attempt to revitalize the brand's very own traditional watchmaking, focusing on design and mechanism instead of relying on quartz. From 1998 to 2008, Cartier revisited their own archives and brought back old designs, while giving them new meaning.

The Tank à Vis was inspired by the Tank Étanche, a waterproof watch featuring tight screws, rumoured to be made for the Pasha de Marrakesh, as he would like to own a watch that he could wear in the pool. The present example features a distinctive bezel fixed with four screws on the corners, while incorporating a fan-shaped hour and date display. This complication is so called the wandering hours - while other examples of the Tank à Vis may feature time only, or a dual time display.

卡地亞 Tank à Vis "CPCP" 型號 2553

黃金腕錶，備日期顯示，約2002年製

附帶證書、放大鏡、説明書及盒子

Please note that the movement has not been tested for the accuracy of time and may need a service at the buyer's expense.

Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement and we do not guarantee the authenticity of any individual component parts since subsequent repairs and restoration work may have resulted in the replacement of original parts. You are advised that watch straps or bands made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator or crocodile) are not sold with the watch and we reserve the right to remove these straps or bands prior to shipping. Furthermore, the watch may not come with its original manufacturers strap or band.

Prospective bidders should review the Conditions of Business, Authenticity Guarantee, the Guide for Prospective Buyers, and any Important Notice in the sale catalogue.

"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. All dimensions in catalogue descriptions are approximate. Condition reports may not specify mechanical replacements or imperfections to the movement, case, dial, pendulum, separate base(s) or dome. Watches in water-resistant cases have been opened to examine movements but no warranties are made that the watches are currently water-resistant. Please note that we do not guarantee the authenticity of any individual component parts, such as wheels, hands, crowns, crystals, screws, bracelets and leather bands, since subsequent repairs and restoration work may have resulted in the replacement of original parts. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue. In particular, please note it is the purchaser's responsibility to comply with any applicable import and export matters, particularly in relation to lots incorporating materials from endangered species.NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

**Please be advised that bands made of materials derived from endangered or otherwise protected species (i.e. alligator and crocodile) are not sold with the watches and are for display purposes only. We reserve the right to remove these bands prior to shipping."