51 Cartier A very attractive and stylish, cushion-shape manual wristwatch in yellow gold, with striped case and dial.
Estimate: € 5.000 – 10.000
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- Model Cushion
- Year Circa 1970s
- Reference 9672
- Case Material 18K yellow gold
- Case Number 163'214, 024'239
- Bracelet Material Leather strap
- Movement Manual, cal. 9P, 18 jewels
- Movement Number 6'894'624
- Dimension 25mm width x 31.5mm length
- Signed Case, dial and movement
A study in texture, proportion and understated glamour, the present Cartier wristwatch captures the spirit of 1970s design at its most confident. Crafted in yellow gold and distinguished by its softly curved cushion-shaped case, it expresses a bold yet refined aesthetic that remains unmistakably Cartier.
The case is defined by its finely striped, gadrooned surfaces, a motif that continues seamlessly onto the dial itself. This repetition of horizontal lines creates a compelling visual rhythm: light plays across the gold in alternating bands of shadow and brilliance, animating the watch with subtle dynamism. The integration of case and dial decoration is particularly sophisticated, transforming what could have been a simple time-only wristwatch into an object of sculptural coherence. The dial, executed in matching gold tones, is minimalist yet striking.
The gently curved cushion form sits comfortably on the wrist, its proportions carefully judged to offer presence without excess. The smooth, polished flanks frame the textured surfaces beautifully, while the discreet crown underscores the watch’s refined character.
Preserved in attractive condition, the watch retains strong definition to its striped Piaget signed case (and movement), details that are often softened over time. The crisp hallmarks to the caseback further attest to its integrity and careful preservation.
Elegant yet expressive, architectural yet wearable, this Cartier represents a moment when design was fearless but never ostentatious. It is a watch that does not rely on complication to impress; instead, it seduces through line, texture, and proportion. In its confident simplicity, it stands as a testament to Cartier’s enduring ability to transform precious metal into pure style.
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