112 Cartier A very rare and well preserved, Tank Obus Savonette, manual wristwatch in yellow gold, with hunter case and white roman dial.

Estimate: Fr. 80'000 –⁠ 160'000

• Model Tank Obus Savonette
• Year Circa 1960s
• Case Material 18K yellow gold
• Case Number 47'114
• Bracelet Material Leather strap
• Movement Manual, cal. K821, 18 jewels
• Movement Number 1'634'965
• Dimension 24mm width x 33.5mm length
• Signed Case, dial and movement

A rare and beautifully preserved yellow gold wristwatch, the present Cartier Tank Obus Savonette exemplifies Cartier’s ingenuity in blending timeless design with technical refinement. Inspired by Cartier’s early “Savonette” watches, featuring a hinged hunter-style case designed to protect the dial while offering the elegance of a wristwatch, the present Obus Savonette is a modern reinterpretation with subtle yet distinctive updates. Unlike the original Savonette models, which relied solely on a traditional hunter-case mechanism, this wristwatch incorporates five cabochons in yellow gold, of which two function as opening pushers, one at 3 o’clock serves as the crown, and two positioned at the top are purely decorative, enhancing the watch’s architectural elegance. These features both honor the historical design and introduce a contemporary refinement, setting it apart from early 20th-century examples. The watch retains a crisp white dial with sharply printed black Roman numerals and a chemin de fer minute track, complemented by slender blued steel hands, reflecting Cartier’s commitment to clarity and proportion. The yellow gold case is in excellent condition, with hallmarks and case numbers clearly visible, confirming authenticity and provenance. The watch is fitted with its original Cartier gold deployant clasp, preserving the integrity of the design. Rare, historically significant, and superbly preserved, the present Tank Obus Savonette offers collectors a unique opportunity to acquire a Cartier wristwatch that harmonizes iconic historical inspiration, technical innovation, and exceptional craftsmanship.