Cartier

The Cartier Baignoire has its roots in a design first produced by Louis Cartier in 1912, which evolved into the trademark rounded silhouette of today in 1958. Many assume the Cartier Baignoire takes its name from the French for "bathtub", reflecting its unique elongated oval shape. It's more likely, however, that the Cartier Baignoire title pulls more aesthetic and contextual influence from the namesake VIP seats at the opera.

This design was a bold departure from the more traditional round watches of the era and demonstrated Cartier's commitment to innovation and artistic expression. Over the years, the Cartier Baignoire has evolved, being used not only for watches but also in jewels such as this ring.