Cartier
Tank à Vis 'CPCP', Reference 2484D | A yellow gold wristwatch | Circa 2005
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May 14, 11:38 AM GMT
Estimate
6,000 - 10,000 CHF
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Description
Dial: silvered
Calibre: cal. 437 MC manual winding, 18 jewels
Case: 18k yellow gold, case back secured by 8 screws
Case number: 0075 MG
Closure: 18k yellow gold Cartier deployant clasp
Size: 26.5 x 38.5 mm (width x length)
Signed: case, dial and movement
Box: yes
Papers: no
Accessories: Cartier magnifying glass and presentation case with outer packaging
Please note the leather strap derived from endangered species is for display purposes only and is not sold with the watch. The watch will be shipped with a Sotheby’s branded calf leather strap.
Between 1998 and 2008, Cartier produced the Collection Privée Cartier Paris, better known as 'CPCP'.
That exceptional production was dedicated to revisiting the iconic models of the Maison while powering them with the finest mechanisms. These pieces are today rightly recognized as some of the most collectible watches of the last 40 years.
The Tank à vis is based on the design of the Tank Etanche that saw light in 1931. Etanche means waterproof in French. It embodies the quest of Cartier to produce water resistant pieces, which was one of the main challenges at the time. The Tank à vis kept the distinctive four screws on the bezel, while its thicker profile ensured a contemporary feel to the creation.
The design was used in the CPCP collection for several models, including the dual time, wandering hours and time-only.