50 Cartier Elegant Baignoire Oval Wristwatch in White Gold, With Silver Roman Numbers Dial

Estimate: € 4.000 –⁠ 8.000

Model: Baignoire Material: White Gold Reference N°: 2295 Year: 1990s Case N°: GC12375 Movement type: Quartz Bracelet: Leather Strap Dimensions: 19mmx26mm Signed: Dial, case and movement The origin of the model Baignoire have antic roots since is taught that before its introduction in the market in 1957, it has been inspired by a similar model given as a gift by Mr. Louis Cartier in person to Russian Grand Duchess Pavlovna. That model was the starting point for a wristwatch that in all its simplicity and extreme elegance soon became a milestone for Cartier. The present lot is a very remarkable specimen of Boignoire: the white gold oval shape case with thick edges is well preserved and the lugs are the real peculiarity of this watch with their massive structure. The waved guillochè decoration is beautiful with inner, open minutes track and black roman numerals.