184 Cartier Fine and Stylish, Calandre, Bell Shape Wristwatch in Yellow Gold, With Black Roman numbers Dial

Estimate: € 5,000 –⁠ 10,000

Model: Calandre
Case Material: Yellow Gold
Bracelet Material: Leather Strap
Year: 1990s
Movement: Quartz
Caliber: 81
Case N°: 810 820 302
Dimensions: 22 × 29 mm
Signed: Dial, Movement and Case

While Cartier is known primarily for its jewelry, it also has a history in watchmaking. Bald creations and unusual design were, and still are, the basis for many wristwatches produced by the Parisian brand through all its history. The lot here offered in one of the most mysterious specimens manufactured by Cartier and not much about its history is known: wrongly often referred to as La Cloche, this lot is a representative of the Calandre family, characterized by its particular shape that reminds a stirrup. Also referred to as “Staffa”, among Italians collectors, the yellow-gold example here offered is finely preserved with a curved case, deep hallmarks and engravings on the back, one mobile lug and another one straight. The white dial has painted black Roman numerals, inner minute track and blued steel hands, the unmistakable Cartier’s style. Powered by a quartz movement, this Calandre is also absolutely elegant and charming.