CARTIER | A PLATINUM TONNEAU SHAPED WRISTWATCH CIRCA 1925

Dial: silvered guilloché Caliber: manual winding jeweled movement Movement number: 22572 Case: platinum, personally inscribed case back Case number: 15897, movement number repeated 22572 Closure: stainless steel associated buckle Size: length 45 mm, width 21 mm Signed: case and dial

CASE Case in overall good condition consistent with wear and use and age, strong hallmark still visible at the 10 o’clock position, one screw missing at the 1 o’clock position. Caseback engraved "J.W.M. FROM C.H.M. XMAS 1925 P.H.M. FROM J.W.M XMAS 1973". Case back with Cartier inventory and case numbers still visible and matching the movement. DIAL Dial in poor condition most likely from water damage with spotting and oxidation overall. MOVEMENT While movement is functioning and running, it is oxidized from water damage. The movement is running at time of cataloging, however it was not tested for the accuracy of time or duration of the power reserve and may need service at the buyer's discretion. Please note that Sotheby's does not guarantee the future working of the movement.
"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."

Cartier Tonneau shaped wristwatches can be dated back as early as 1906.  These early examples have become the inspiration behind current models based on the iconic case design - such as the Cartier Privé Tonneau introduced at SIHH in 2018. As collectors often hope to find, the present watch has all of the corresponding case and movement numbers, as well as the Cartier inventory number. The personalized engraving on the caseback shows that this watch was lovingly passed down through the family for two generations first in 1925, and the second time in 1973, both as a Christmas gift to be worn and enjoyed. The present watch comes to us in original condition from the descendant of the original owner.