Sapphire and Diamond 'Panthère' Wristwatch, Cartier, French, Circa 1985

Designed as a panther with an articulated head set with round diamonds, accented by buff-top sapphire segments, the eyes set with pear-shaped emeralds, set atop an invisibly-set sapphire bracelet composed of square-cut sapphires weighing approximately 28.00 carats, bordered by round diamonds, the clasp set with square-cut diamonds, the cat opens to reveal a rectangular dial pavé-set with single-cut diamonds, total diamond weight approximately 15.00 carats, manual movement, mounted in platinum and 18 karat white gold, length 6 3/8  inches, caseback signed Cartier, numbered A100199, maker's mark, French assay marks.  With signed box.

Manual movement, currently running. Movement stamped Unadjusted 17 jewels Swiss. Caseback numbered A100199. With French marks and maker's mark L S bisected by a flower. Diamonds are approximately G-H color and VVS-SI clarity. The sapphires are a deep medium blue and are very well matched in color and cut and are of good clarity. A section of the bracelet near the case has been stretched, causing a slightly larger gap between the links than found in the rest of the bracelet. This will be repaired for the purchaser at Sotheby's expense; the repair is estimated to take 2-3 weeks to execute. The emeralds set at the eyes are a medium bright green. Very nicely made, of exceptional flexibility and in good condition. Fitted with a safety closure. The watch is worn with the panther's head pointing upward and can be opened by flipping the panther's right shoulder from the right to the left. To gain access to the crown in order to set the time, pull down on the thumbpiece found at the top of the caseback. Alternatively, press down gently but firmly on the crystal. See Important Notice Regarding Condition of Watches on page 240 of the catalogue.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. 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. Illustrations in the catalogue may not be actual size. Prospective purchasers are reminded that, unless the catalogue description specifically states that a stone is natural, we have assumed that some form of treatment may have been used and that such treatment may not be permanent. Our presale estimates reflect this assumption.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.

A similar wristwatch illustrated in Jader Barracca, Giampiero Negretti and Franco Nencini, Le Temps de Cartier, p. 296.