77 Cartier Iconic and Very Attractive, Pasha, Perpetual Calendar Automatic Wristwatch in Yellow Gold, With Box and Papers, Reference W30026

Estimate: € 12,000 –⁠ 24,000

Sold € 16,900

Model: Pasha Perpetual Calendar
Reference: W30026
Case Material: Yellow Gold
Bracelet Material: Leather Strap
Year: 1991
Movement: Automatic
Caliber: 889/1
Case N°: 0505
Movement N°: 2500224
Dimensions: 38 mm
Signed: Dial, Movement and Case
Accessories: Box and Papers

In 1985, Gerald Genta undertook a transformative redesign of the Cartier Pasha, initially conceived for the Pasha of Marrakech. This redesign removed the protective grid from the dial while preserving the distinctive chain with a screw cap, shaping the model into the iconic form recognized today. As often seen with highly sought-after models, additional complications were introduced, elevating an already captivating timepiece to new heights of allure for collectors and enthusiasts alike. The present Pasha perpetual calendar wristwatch, launched in the early 1990s and powered by an automatic movement, represents a captivating early example from this sought-after series. The 38 mm yellow-gold case encapsulates the distinct aesthetic introduced by Genta, featuring a wide bezel, a cabochon sapphire-set crown cap secured by a short length of chain, and the iconic Vendome lugs with sculptured ends. The dial, an emblem of Cartier’s design language, boasts a matte silver surface adorned with painted radial Roman numerals. Subsidiary dials for the day, week, and months, alongside a leap year indicator, provide a functional and elegant layout. The moon phases are elegantly displayed in a blue oval aperture at 12 o’clock. Crucially, this particular timepiece is powered by an automatic movement, distinguishing it from later quartz editions and contributing to its historical significance from a collector’s standpoint. Gerald Genta’s designs, experiencing a resurgence, reflect the visionary ideas of the 1990s, a period when manufacturers explored particularly unusual and whimsical timepieces. The present lot, offered with the original box and papers, with its nostalgic charm, stands as a testament to Genta’s ingenious contributions to horology during that era.