With royal warrants ranging from Thailand to Russia and much of Europe, it is no surprise that King Edward VII of England famously referred to Cartier as the ‘jeweller of kings and the king of jewellers’. Founded in Paris in 1847 by Louis-Francois Cartier, the firm came to dominate international jewellery design in the early 20th century under the auspices of his three enterprising sons: Louis Cartier in Paris, Pierre Cartier in New York and Jacques Cartier in London. With a roster of visionary designers such as Charles Jacqueau and Pierre Lemarchand, and charismatic creative director Jeanne Toussaint, Cartier’s designs articulated a wide range of influences into highly original and elegant jewels that defined their eras. Their ‘Tutti Frutti’ pieces brought carved emeralds, rubies and sapphires adapted from Indian jewels together in riotous combination from the mid 1920s, while their opulent ‘big cat’ jewels draped themselves across such legendary collectors as Barbara Hutton and the Duchess of Windsor, and became the house’s most beloved mascots. Cartier continues to inspire collectors worldwide with such design classics such as ‘Juste un Clou’ and ‘LOVE’ bracelets, as well as the versatile ‘Tank’ range of watches, and their supremely imaginative high jewellery collections.

Cartier

Important Watches

Cartier Baignoire Allongée, Reference 2674 A yellow gold wristwatch, Circa 2005 Dial: silvered Calibre: cal. 8970 MC mechanical, 18 jewels Case: 18k yellow gold, case back secured by 4 screws Case number: 124776 AF Closure: unsigned red alligator strap and gold-plated buckle Size: 47 mm length x 22 mm width Signed: case, dial and movement Accessories: none In the pantheon of Cartier wristwatch designs, there are several categories that have a bearing on both collectability and price, with the majority of creations by Louis and Jean-Jacques Cartier becoming the most popular and important. These include the Tank Louis, Santos, Crash and also the Baignoire. However, the Baignoire would join the hallowed ranks of models which would grace the drafting tables of both great men. Indeed, the original design which would eventually become the Baignoire was conceived by Louis Cartier himself and presented to Maria Pavlovna, Grand Duchess of Russia. Decades later, the one-off creation would be reinterpreted by Jean-Jacques Cartier, head of the London branch, into what was then known as the Oval and Maxi Oval. Still produced in small quantities, as were all watches made by the London workshop, these designs served as the launchpad for what would eventually become the Baignoire and Bagnoire Allongée. After Cartier left family ownership in the 1970s, the Baignoire name was finally given to the Oval-shaped wristwatch, with the Bagnoire Allongée first appearing in 1991 as an oversized offering calling back to the London Maxi Oval. The Allongée was never made in large quantities with the present example belongs to a subsequent run produced during the early 2000s, and it is imbued with the glorious history of both the brand and the men who made it what it was, Louis and Jean-Jacques Cartier.

View 1 of Lot 2157: Baignoire Allongée, Reference 2674 | A yellow gold wristwatch, Circa 2005

baignoire allongée, reference 2674 | a yellow gold wristwatch, circa 2005

100th Anniversary Limited Edition of 150 watches. Includes <a href="https://www.sothebys.com/en/buy/luxury/watches/watch/cartier?waysToBuy=buyNow" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Cartier</a> box, card, loupe, strap tool, and hang tag.

Tank Chinoise Limited Edition (Reference WGTA0088). A 39.49mm yellow gold manual wind wristwatch. 2022

Designed as a panther, pavé set with brilliant cut diamonds, with a tsavorite garnet eye and black lacquer nose and spots.<ul><li>Diamonds weighing a total of approximately 0.07 carat</li><li>Signed <a href="https://www.sothebys.com/en/buy/luxury/jewelry/cartier" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Cartier</a>, with serial number</li><li>French hallmark</li><li>18 karat yellow gold</li><li>Total weight 11.70 grams</li><li>Necklace length 420.00 mm; motif length 37.50 mm, width 11.40 mm</li><li>Accompanied by one Sotheby's box</li></ul>

Gold, Emerald, Onyx and Diamond Panthère Necklace

Centering a pear shaped amethyst, accented by round brilliant cut diamonds.<ul><li>Amethyst weighing a total of approximately 1.30 carats</li><li>Diamonds weighing a total of approximately 1.80 carats</li><li>Signed <a href="https://www.sothebys.com/en/buy/luxury/jewelry/cartier" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Cartier</a></li><li>18 karat yellow gold</li><li>Total weight 20.65 grams</li><li>Length ¾ inch, width ⅝ inch</li><li>Accompanied by one Sotheby's box</li></ul>

Vintage Gold, Amethyst and Diamond Earclips

Includes <a href="https://www.sothebys.com/en/buy/luxury/watches/watch/cartier?waysToBuy=buyNow" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Cartier</a> box.

Pasha (Reference WJ124005). A 42mm rose gold diamond-set automatic wristwatch.

Centering a radiant cut diamond.&nbsp;<ul><li>Diamond weighing 1.63 carats</li><li>Platinum</li><li>Signed <a href="https://www.sothebys.com/en/buy/luxury/jewelry/cartier" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Cartier</a>, with serial number</li><li>Total weight 6.72 grams</li><li>Size 6</li><li>Accompanied by GIA report no. 5161923688, dated 19 January 2015, stating that the 1.63 carat diamond is F color,&nbsp;VS1 clarity with No Fluorescence</li><li>Accompanied by a signed box</li></ul>

Platinum and 1.63ct Radiant Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring

Of the iconic Tank Française collection, set with round brilliant cut diamonds.<ul><li>Diamonds weighing a total of approximately 0.20 carat</li><li>Signed&nbsp;<a href="https://www.sothebys.com/en/buy/luxury/jewelry/cartier" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Cartier</a>, with serial number</li><li>Hallmarks</li><li>18 karat yellow gold</li><li>Total weight 15.00 grams</li><li>Length ¾ inch, width ¼ inch</li><li>Fitted with posts</li><li>Accompanied by one Sotheby's box</li><li>Accompanied by a Cartier certificate of authenticity</li></ul>

Gold and Diamond Tank Française Hoop Earclips

Includes <a href="https://www.sothebys.com/en/buy/luxury/watches/watch/cartier?waysToBuy=buyNow" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Cartier</a> papers and presentation non-Cartier box.

Tank Americaine XL (Reference W2609956). A 52mm white gold automatic wristwatch with date.

<a href="https://www.sothebys.com/en/buy/luxury/watches/watch/cartier" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Cartier</a>’s “Secret” watches of the 1960s are among the maison’s most intriguing creations, blending high jewelry artistry with discreet timekeeping. These pieces were designed so that the dial remained hidden, revealed only when desired, and often took the form of a jewel encrusted bracelet or decorative ornament.

Cartier. A yellow gold and diamond-set manual wind bracelet watch with concealed dial. Circa 1960

Of classic <a href="https://www.sothebys.com/en/buy/luxury/jewelry/diamond-jewelry" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">tennis</a> bracelet, set with 38 round brilliant cut diamonds.<ul><li>Diamonds weighing a total of 10.00-11.00 carats, on average 0.26-0.28 carat each</li><li>Signed <a href="https://www.sothebys.com/en/buy/luxury/jewelry/cartier" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Cartier</a>, with serial numbers</li><li>Platinum </li><li>Total weight 27.00 grams</li><li>Length 6⅝ inches</li><li>Accompanied by one Sotheby's pouch</li></ul>

Platinum and 10.00ctw Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Tennis Bracelet

Includes <a href="https://www.sothebys.com/en/buy/luxury/watches/watch/cartier?waysToBuy=buyNow" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Cartier</a> box and card.

Santos Dumont Large (Reference WJSA0016). A 43.5mm rose gold diamond set quartz wristwatch.

Includes presentation non-<a href="https://www.sothebys.com/en/buy/luxury/watches/watch/cartier?waysToBuy=buyNow" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Cartier</a> box.

Tank Francaise Medium (Reference WE1014SC). A 30mm white gold diamond-set quartz wristwatch.

The present <a href="https://www.sothebys.com/en/buy/luxury/watches/watch/cartier/santos" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Santos</a> is a classy watch featuring a mechanical movement in a slim case profile. The dial features <a href="https://www.sothebys.com/en/buy/luxury/watches/watch/cartier" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Cartier</a>’s classic black Roman numerals against white.

Santos (Reference 96061). A yellow gold mechanical wristwatch, Circa 1990

Composed of radiating gold links of alternating texture and high polish finish.<ul><li>Signed <a href="https://www.sothebys.com/en/buy/luxury/jewelry/cartier" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Cartier</a> Italy</li><li>Italian registry mark</li><li>18 karat yellow gold</li><li>Total weight 60.44 grams</li><li>Length 16¾ inches, width 1¼ inches</li><li>Accompanied by one Sotheby's folio</li></ul>

Vintage Gold Fringe Necklace

Tonneau (Reference WE400251). A 39.2mm white gold diamond-set manual wind wristwatch.

Includes <a href="https://www.sothebys.com/en/buy/luxury/watches/watch/cartier?waysToBuy=buyNow" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Cartier</a> box and undated card.

Ballon Bleu Medium (Reference WJBB0033). A 33mm rose gold diamond-set automatic wristwatch.

Of bombé style, set with colored and near colorless diamonds.<ul><li>Diamonds weighing a total of approximately 4.00 carats</li><li>Signed <a href="https://www.sothebys.com/en/buy/luxury/jewelry/cartier" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Cartier</a>, with serial number</li><li>18 karat yellow gold</li><li>Circa 1994</li><li>Total weight 16.40 grams</li><li>Size 6¼</li><li>Accompanied by one Sotheby's box</li></ul>

Gold, Colored Diamond and Diamond Bombé Band Ring

Includes <a href="https://www.sothebys.com/en/buy/luxury/watches/watch/cartier?waysToBuy=buyNow" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Cartier</a> card and presentation non-Cartier box.

Ballon Bleu Medium (Reference WJBB0034). A 36mm rose gold diamond-set automatic wristwatch. 2019

Featuring a circular pendant with the iconic panther motif and diamond tassels, set with 1 pear-shaped tsavorite as eye, decorated with round brilliant-cut diamonds and black lacquer.<ul><li>Diamonds weighing a total of approximately 1.95 carats</li><li>Tsavorite weighing approximately 0.20 carat</li><li>Signed Cartier, with serial numbers</li><li>Stamped 750</li><li>18 karat yellow gold</li><li>Total weight 42.8 grams</li><li>Pendant diameter 1½ inches, necklace length 17 inches</li></ul>

Gold, Tsavorite, Lacquer and Diamond Panthère Necklace

Taj Mahal earclips, featuring round brilliant cut diamonds.<ul><li>Diamonds weighing a total of approximately 15.00 carats</li><li>Signed <a href="https://www.sothebys.com/en/buy/luxury/jewelry/cartier" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Cartier</a> Paris</li><li>French marks</li><li>18 karat white gold</li><li>Total weight 22.06 grams</li><li>Length 2¼ inches</li><li>Accompanied by one Sotheby's box</li></ul>

White Gold and Diamond Drop Taj Mahal Drop Earclips

Ballon Bleu (Reference WGBB0054). A 33mm rose gold diamond-set automatic wristwatch. 2023

Set with mix of old cut, single and rose cut diamonds.<ul><li>Diamonds weighing a total of approximately 20.00 carats</li><li>Signed <a href="https://www.sothebys.com/en/buy/luxury/jewelry/cartier" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Cartier</a> Paris, with serial numbers</li><li>French assay marks</li><li>Platinum and 18 karat yellow gold</li><li>Total weight 62.05 grams</li><li>Length 6½ inches, width 1 inch</li><li>Accompanied by one Sotheby's pouch</li><li>Accompanied by IAJA certificate</li></ul>

Art Deco Platinum, Gold and Diamond Bracelet

Of Menotte collection, accented by pyramid rhodolite.<ul><li>Signed Cartier</li><li>18 karat rose gold</li><li>Circa 1990s</li><li>Total weight 55.60 grams</li><li>Inner circumference 5½ inches</li><li>Accompanied by an original screwdriver</li></ul>

Rose Gold and Rhodolite Menotte Bangle Bracelet

Tortue (Reference WA501007). A 30mm white gold diamond-set manual wind wristwatch.

The <a href="https://www.sothebys.com/en/buy/luxury/watches/watch/cartier" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Cartier</a> <a href="https://www.sothebys.com/en/buy/luxury/watches/watch/cartier/baignoire" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Baignoire</a> is an iconic women’s watch collection, instantly recognizable by its elliptical “bathtub” case. First designed by Louis Cartier in 1912, the shape began as a stretched oval and has since evolved into a hallmark of timeless Parisian elegance.Over the decades, the Baignoire has become a symbol of French chic, celebrated for its understated proportions and refined curves.

Baignoire. A 23mm yellow gold quartz bracelet watch. 1990

Composed of a paper clip chain, spaced with six cage motif stations, accented by round brilliant cut diamonds.<ul><li>Diamonds weighing a total of approximately 0.75 carat</li><li>Signed <a href="https://www.sothebys.com/en/buy/luxury/jewelry/cartier" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Cartier</a>, with serial numbers</li><li>18 karat white gold</li><li>Total weight 23.00 grams</li><li>Motif diameter approximately 7⁄16 inch; necklace length approximately 17 1⁄8 inches</li><li>Accompanied a signed pouch</li></ul>

White Gold and Diamond Pasha de Cartier Necklace

Of iconic Baiser Du Dragon design, composed of rubies and black onyx, decorated by 2 baguette diamonds and 8 round brilliant-cut diamonds.<ul><li>Rubies and onyx weighing a total of approximately 2.90 carats</li><li>Diamonds weighing a total of approximately 1.25 carats</li><li>Signed Cartier</li><li>18 karat white gold</li><li>Total weight 14.10 grams</li><li>Size 5¼</li></ul>

White Gold, Ruby, Onyx and Diamond Baiser Du Dragon Ring 

Rendered in platinum, the present watch is highly collectible due to its salmon sunburst dial and ultra thin case. The watch was made to celebrate its founder, Louis-François <a href="https://www.sothebys.com/en/buy/luxury/watches/watch/cartier" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Cartier</a>. The watch is numbered 48 of a limited edition of 70 pieces only.&nbsp;

Tank (Reference 1601) A limited edition ultra slim platinum mechanical wristwatch with salmon dial, Made to commemorate Louis-François Cartier, Circa 1997

Of the iconic Love collection, set with 6 round brilliant cut diamonds.<ul><li>Diamonds are approximately 0.60 carat</li><li>Signed <a href="https://www.sothebys.com/en/buy/luxury/jewelry/cartier" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Cartier</a>, with serial number</li><li>18 karat white gold</li><li>Total weight 28.90 grams</li><li>Size 16, inner circumference 6⅓ inches</li><li>Accompanied by screwdriver</li><li>Accompanied by one Sotheby's pouch</li></ul>

White Gold and 6 Diamond Love Bangle Bracelet

Louis Cartier Dandy wood and platinum fountain pen.<ul><li>Model: Dandy</li><li>Cap and Barrel: Wood and platinum</li><li>Nib/Tip: Eighteen karat white gold medium nib</li><li>Signed: Louis Cartier on cap</li><li>Does not include a presentation box.</li><li>This piece is final sale and not eligible for return.</li></ul>

Dandy Fountain Pen

Of the iconic LOVE collection, classic model design composed of 3 round brilliant cut diamonds.<ul><li>Diamonds weighing a total of approximately 0.20 carat</li><li>Signed <a href="https://www.sothebys.com/en/buy/luxury/jewelry/cartier" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Cartier</a> with serial number</li><li>18 karat white gold</li><li>Total weight 9.75 grams</li><li>Size 8, <a href="https://www.sothebys.com/en/buy/luxury/jewelry/cartier" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Cartier</a> size 57</li><li>Accompanied by a signed box and certificate of authenticity</li><li>This item is final sale and not eligible for return</li></ul>

White Gold and 3 Diamond Classic Model Love Ring 

The <a href="https://www.sothebys.com/en/buy/luxury/watches/watch/cartier/ballon-bleu" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Cartier</a> <a href="https://www.sothebys.com/en/buy/luxury/watches/watch/cartier/ballon-bleu" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ballon Bleu </a>in rose gold adorned with diamonds represents a pinnacle of luxury within the iconic collection. Celebrated for its distinctive “doubly convex” case, the design curves gracefully to the wrist, marrying technical refinement with timeless elegance.

Ballon Bleu (Reference WJBB0036) A 33mm rose gold and diamond-set automatic watch. 2019

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