222 Cartier A very elegant and precious, Art Deco, square-shape wristwatch in platinum, with diamond-set bezel and mobile interwined lugs.

Estimate: € 35.000 –⁠ 70.000

Cartier's creations from the Art Deco period remain some of the most enchanting and refined expressions of early 20th-century watchmaking, pieces that transcend the simple notion of timekeeping and become wearable sculpture. The present watch, with its platinum case, diamond-set bezel, and striking mobile interwined lugs, captures the very soul of Cartier’s golden era. Platinum, considered the noblest of metals, was not chosen by coincidence. Cartier recognized its resistance to tarnish and ability to hold intricate gem settings with precision—allowing for slender, architectural cases that defied their mechanical complexity. During the 1920s and 1930s, this rare material became a signature of the maison’s most exquisite commissions, elevating each object from mere adornment to lasting art. The square case, framed by rose-cut diamonds and anchored by articulated geometric lugs, speaks volumes of the Maison's forward-thinking design. The integrated mesh bracelet adds both visual harmony and tactile pleasure. This is a testament to Cartier’s unrivaled eye for proportion, material, and form. A jewel of modernism, discreet yet audacious, it remains as relevant and irresistible today as it was nearly a century ago.