102 Cartier A precious and elegant, Art Deco Lady’s rectangular shape wristwatch in platinum, with diamond-set case

Estimate: CHF 8,000 –⁠ 16,000

Cartier has long been celebrated for its ability to blend impeccable watchmaking with avant-garde design, pushing the boundaries of aesthetics while maintaining the highest standards of craftsmanship. The present Art Deco cocktail watch is an extraordinary example of Cartier’s early 20th-century creations, embodying both technical ingenuity and luxurious elegance. This rare platinum ladies’ wristwatch from the Art Deco period features a rectangular case signed European Watch & Clock with stepped edges, adorned with baguette-cut diamonds that frame the diminutive yet striking time display. One of its most distinctive elements is the pair of articulated lugs, each meticulously set with brilliant-cut diamonds. The case, though notably small, is thicker than it appears, housing an innovative European Watch & Clock movement, one of the most compact and technically advanced calibers of its era. Completing the piece is an elegant black rope strap, fitted with a gold deployant clasp accented with enamel, further highlighting its luxurious character which bears the deep and crisp "J.C" signature. Exquisitely designed and remarkably well-preserved, this Cartier Art Deco cocktail watch is a stunning piece of horological artistry, a testament to the maison’s enduring influence in both fine watchmaking and high jewelry.