Cartier Decorative Objects
French
For its extraordinary range of bracelets, watches, rings and other adornments, French luxury house Cartier is undeniably one of the most well known and internationally revered jewelers in the world among clients both existing and aspirational.
Perhaps 1847 was not the ideal time to open a new watchmaking and jewelry business, as the French Revolution was not kind to the aristocracy who could afford such luxuries. Nevertheless, it was the year Louis-François Cartier (1819–1904) — who was born into poverty — founded his eponymous empire, assuming control of the workshop of watchmaker Adolphe Picard, under whom he had previously been employed as an assistant. Of course, in the beginning, it was a relatively modest affair, but by the late 1850s, Cartier had its first royal client, Princess Mathilde Bonaparte, niece of Napoleon Bonaparte, who commissioned the jeweler to design brooches, earrings and other accessories.
Under the leadership of Louis-François’s son, Alfred, who took over in 1874, business boomed. Royalty around the world wore Cartier pieces, including Tsar Nicholas II of Russia, the Maharaja of Patiala and King Edward VII, who had 27 tiaras made by the jewelry house for his coronation in 1902 and issued Cartier a royal warrant in 1904. (Today, the British royal family still dons Cartier pieces; Kate Middleton, Duchess of Cambridge, regularly sports a Ballon Bleu de Cartier watch.)
Cartier’s golden years, however, began when Alfred introduced his three sons, Louis, Pierre and Jacques, to the business. The brothers expanded Cartier globally: Louis reigned in Paris, Pierre in New York and Jacques in London, ensuring their brand’s consistency at their branches across the world. The trio also brought in such talents as Charles Jacqueau and Jeanne Toussaint.
One of Cartier’s earliest major successes was the Santos de Cartier watch — one of the world's first modern wristwatches for men. (Previously, a large number of people were using only pocket watches.) Louis designed the timepiece in 1904 for his friend, popular Brazilian aviator Alberto Santos-Dumont, who wanted to be able to check the time more easily while flying.
Cartier’s other famous timepieces include the Tank watch, which was inspired by the linear form of military tanks during World War I, and the so-called mystery clocks. Invented by watchmaker and magician Jean-Eugène Robert-Houdin and later crafted exclusively for Cartier in the house’s workshop by watchmaker Maurice Couët, the mystery clocks were so named because the integration of glass dials on which the clocks’ hands would seemingly float as well as structures that are hidden away within the base give the illusion that they operate without machinery.
On the jewelry side of the business, Cartier’s internationally renowned offerings include the Tutti Frutti collection, which featured colorful carved gemstones inspired by Jacques’s trip to India and grew in popularity during the Art Deco years; the panthère motif, which has been incorporated into everything from brooches to rings; and the Love bracelet, a minimal, modernist locking bangle inspired by medieval chastity belts that transformed fine jewelry.
While the Cartier family sold the business following the death of Pierre in 1964, the brand continues to innovate today, renewing old hits and creating new masterpieces.
Find contemporary and vintage Cartier watches, engagement rings, necklaces and other accessories on 1stDibs.
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1990s Gorgeous Cartier Alarm Clock Pendulette. Made in France.
By Cartier
Located in Milano, IT
1990s Gorgeous Cartier alarm clock pendulette with white dial in perfect condition, steel hands, roman hour markers on gold-plated frame. Made in France.
Quartz movement. Clock case...
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1990s French Mid-Century Modern Cartier Decorative Objects
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Gold Plate
1990s Gorgeous Cartier Alarm Clock Pendulette. Made in Swiss
By Cartier
Located in Milano, IT
1990s Gorgeous Cartier alarm clock pendulette with white dial in perfect condition, steel hands, roman hour markers on gold-plated frame. Made in Swiss.
Quartz movement. Clock case ...
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1990s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Cartier Decorative Objects
Materials
Gold Plate
1980s Gorgeous Cartier Santos Alarm Clock Pendulette. Made in Swiss
By Cartier
Located in Milano, IT
1980s Gorgeous Cartier Santos alarm clock pendulette. Made in Swiss. It's in gold plated 18K. White enamel dial. Clock case numbered 7508 09...
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1980s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cartier Decorative Objects
Materials
Gold Plate
1990s Gorgeous Cartier Alarm Clock Pendulette. Made in Swiss
By Cartier
Located in Milano, IT
1990s Gorgeous Cartier alarm clock pendulette with white dial in perfect condition, steel hands, roman hour markers on gold-plated frame. Made in Swiss.
Quartz movement. Clock case ...
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1990s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Cartier Decorative Objects
Materials
Gold Plate
1980s Gorgeous Cartier Romane Alarm Clock Pendulette. Made in Swiss
By Cartier
Located in Milano, IT
1980s Gorgeous Cartier Romane alarm clock pendulette. Made in Swiss. It's in gold plated 18K. White enamel dial. Clock case numbered 66021 . With case, ...
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1980s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cartier Decorative Objects
Materials
Gold Plate
Cigarette Case black lines Art Deco style Salimbeni
By Cartier, Salimbeni
Located in Firenze, FI
Handbag cigarette case in 925/1000 sterling silver with black fire enamel. Opening with spring button. Size cm. 6.3 x 9.7 x 1.5. Weight gr. 215. Created in Art Deco style for Cartier...
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1980s Italian Art Deco Vintage Cartier Decorative Objects
Materials
Sterling Silver, Enamel
Classic Cartier 18ct Gold Plated Vendome Trinity Pen & Box
By Cartier
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Elegant Vintage Cartier 18ct Gold Plated Vendome Trinity Oval Rollerball Pen Made in Paris, France
Item Is Sold With Original Red & Gold Leather Box, Red & Gold Leather.
Cartier pe...
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Late 20th Century French Art Deco Cartier Decorative Objects
Materials
Gold Plate
A 18ct Gold Nib Must de Cartier Platinum Cased Trinity Fountain Pen
By Cartier
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Vintage Cartier 18ct Gold Plated Nib Trinity Fountain Pen With Box
This Must de Cartier fountain pen has a body in engine turned silver metal with gadroon motif.
Finished with th...
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1980s French Art Deco Vintage Cartier Decorative Objects
Materials
Gold, Silver Plate
Cartier 18 Carat Gold Plated Trinity Vendome Ballpoint Pen With Cartier Box
By Cartier
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Elegant Cartier 18 Carat Gold Plated Trinity Vendome Ballpoint Pen With Red Leather Cartier Box
Case is different from one in main image will be the ...
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Late 20th Century French Art Deco Cartier Decorative Objects
Materials
Gold Plate
Classic Cartier 18ct Gold Plated Black Vendome Trinity Rollerball Pen & Box
By Cartier
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Elegant Vintage Cartier 18ct Gold Plated & Black Vendome Trinity Oval Rollerball Pen Made in Paris, France
Item Is Sold With Original Red & Gold Leather Box.
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Late 20th Century French Art Deco Cartier Decorative Objects
Materials
Gold Plate
CARTIER Paris 1909 Belle Epoque Enamel Repeater Carriage Clock In Sterling Agate
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Belle époque quarter hour repeater carriage clock designed by Cartier.
This luxurious and very rare table clock is the essence of Art Deco style. A very important and magnificent ca...
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Early 1900s French Belle Époque Antique Cartier Decorative Objects
Materials
Multi-gemstone, Silver, Gold, Sterling Silver, Enamel
CARTIER 1970 New York Lunch-Box Purse Clutch In 18kt Gold Vermeil On Sterling
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Lunch-box purse designed by Cartier.
This is a stunning hand formed evening purse clutch in the shape of a diminutive lunch box, created by the French jewelry house of Cartier, back...
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1970s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cartier Decorative Objects
Materials
Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
Cigarette Case Art Deco style for Cartier USA in 1980s spring button Salimbeni
By Salimbeni, Cartier
Located in Firenze, FI
Handbag cigarette case in 925/1000 sterling silver with black fire enamel. Opening with spring button. Size cm. 6.3 x 9.7 x 1.5. Weight gr. 215. Created in Art Deco style for Cartie...
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1980s Italian Art Deco Vintage Cartier Decorative Objects
Materials
Sterling Silver, Enamel
Vintage Cartier Circular Quartz Movement Desk Clock Gilt Metal and Brown Enamel
By Cartier
Located in Reading, Berkshire
An Elegant Cartier Circular Quartz Movement Desk Clock Gilt Metal and Brown Enamel Table Alarm Clock With White Dial & Roman Numerals
Supplied With A Red Box.
Clock Is Made in Sw...
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20th Century French Art Deco Cartier Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Classic Cartier 18ct Gold Plated Ribbed Trinity Rollerball Pen & Cartier Box
By Cartier
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Cartier Ref 2025 D1
Classic Cartier 18ct Gold Plated Vendome Trinity Rollerball Pen & Cartier Box
Made in Paris, France
Item Is Sold WithA Red & Gold Leather Cartier Box
Cartier ...
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Late 20th Century French Art Deco Cartier Decorative Objects
Materials
Gold Plate
Cartier 18ct Gold Plate Nib Vendome Trinity Brushed Ballpoint Pen, Leather Case
By Cartier
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Cartier Vendome Trinity Brushed Ballpoint Pen With Bordeaux Leather Slip Case
Brushed Silver-tone with Trinity rings to the cap, and a retractable mechanical clip, together with the...
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Late 20th Century French Art Deco Cartier Decorative Objects
Materials
Silver Plate
Cartier 18ct Gold Nib Burgundy Lacquer Trinity Rollerball Writing Pen
By Cartier
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Elegant Cartier Burgundy Lacquer & 18 Carat Gold Plate Trinity Rollerball Writing Pen With Cartier Case.
Cartier pens are designed by Cartier, & are manufactured by Montblanc. This ...
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Late 20th Century French Art Deco Cartier Decorative Objects
Materials
Gold Plate, Enamel
Cartier Tank Desk Clock Two-Tone Gold and Steel
By Cartier, Must De Cartier
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Cartier Santos 24-karat gold-plated and steel Art Deco travel quartz desk clock with alarm.
Les Must de Cartier travel quartz alarm clock, rectangular white dial with Roman numerals....
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Late 20th Century French Art Deco Cartier Decorative Objects
Materials
Gold Plate, Silver
Cartier Iconic Panther Design Card and Envelope Set Luxury Desk Stationery
By Cartier
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Cartier Card and Envelope Set with the Iconic Panther Jewelry Design.
Authentic Luxury Cartier Stationery Card Letter and Envelope Black Panther, limited edition Desk Accessory.
Embo...
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Late 20th Century French Art Deco Cartier Decorative Objects
Materials
Paper
Cartier Paris Accordion Clock with Date and White Roman Numeral Dial Circa 1980
By Must De Cartier, Cartier
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Cartier Paris Accordion Clock with Date and White Roman Numeral Dial.
Large Cartier Model Accordion burlwood brown enamel Art Deco quartz movement, gold tone base metal.
Les Must de ...
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Late 20th Century French Art Deco Cartier Decorative Objects
Materials
Metal
Cartier Mechanical Desk Travel Clock
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Rare vintage Cartier Paris gold-plated and black enamel folding mechanical travel clock with alarm function. The Art Deco portable desk or table pendulette features: mechanical manua...
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1970s Swiss Art Deco Vintage Cartier Decorative Objects
Materials
Gold, Brass, Enamel
Cartier Sterling Silver Picture Frame
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful, French handmade sterling silver rectangular picture frame from luxury Maison, Cartier, in the Modern design style, circa mid-20th century, France. Frame can sit horizont...
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Mid-20th Century French Modern Cartier Decorative Objects
Materials
Sterling Silver
Cartier Card and Envelope Set Mughal Majorie Merriweather Emerald Brooch Design
By Cartier
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Cartier Card and Envelope Stationery Set Mughal Majorie Merriweather Emerald Brooch Design.
Luxury Stationery Cartier cards and envelopes with a Cartier design of the Majorie Merriweather Post's Jewelry Emerald Gem Brooch. Note Cards Stationery, Fine Paper Goods, Designer Limited Edition by Maison Cartier.
Cartier Famous Majorie Merriweather Post's Jewelry Emerald Mughal Period Gems, Art Deco Pendant Brooch Featured Engraved Note Cards and Silver Lined Envelopes Stationery, Fine Paper Goods, Great Desk Accessory stationery notes.
Back of note card reads: Cartier London, 1923, altered by Cartier New York, 1928, Provenance: Majorie Merriweather Post, Cartier.
Great condition circa late 20th century.
Include in the box: 9 cards/ 10 envelopes.
Emboss printed cardstock construction, the enveloppe are also embossed Cartier.
Card: 4 5/8" x 6 1/4".
Envelope : 6 3/4"W x 4 7/5"H.
Box: 5.5 x 7.25 x 1.25 in.
Since 1918, Cartier has offered personalized writing papers and invitations, as well as announcements and Holiday cards. Cartier’ s stationery and invitations are characterized by the finest 100% cotton fiber papers, fabulous designs, and impeccable engraving.
About the jewel in the picture:
This Historical Emerald Brooch is considered the "most beautiful jewelry of the twentieth century."
The Indian-style brooch is composed of one hexagonal-shaped emerald, one oval-shaped emerald, five emerald drops, two pear-shaped emeralds, five round emeralds, sixty-five smaller emeralds, one pear-shaped diamond, and 801 round diamonds mounted in platinum. The horseshoe-shaped buckle at the top is equipped on the back with a hanger and clasp with pins so that the piece can be worn as a pendant for an emerald necklace or as a brooch. An arch-shaped armature is attached to the buckle. Both feature pavé-set diamond grounds studded with emeralds. Four lines of calibré-cut emeralds decorate where they join. At the center of the bottom of the buckle is a large Mughal emerald...
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Late 20th Century French Anglo Raj Cartier Decorative Objects
Materials
Paper
Cartier 18ct Gold Plated & Brushed Steel Ballpoint Pen in Original Box
By Cartier
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Elegant Cartier Brushed Steel & 18ct Gold Plated Stylo Bille Must II
Pen comes with Hard Case and Booklet
Cartier pens are designed by Cartier, & are...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Cartier Decorative Objects
Materials
Gold Plate, Steel
Evening Bag produced for the Maison Cartier in New York in the 1970s Salimbeni
By Cartier, Salimbeni
Located in Firenze, FI
Ovalized evening bag in 925/1000 sterling silver with stylised floral motif designs enamelled in Art Deco style. Taken from an original drawing by Louis Cartier from the early 1900s ...
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1970s Italian Art Deco Vintage Cartier Decorative Objects
Materials
Sterling Silver, Enamel
Cartier Paris Art Deco Travel Desk Clock 24-Karat Gold-Plated
By Cartier, Must De Cartier
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Vintage Cartier Paris 24-Karat Gold-Plated Art Deco Travel Mechanical Desk Clock with Alarm.This rare, vintage Cartier 24-karat gold-plated and lapis lazuli travel or desk clock is no longer in production. Originally designed in the 1920s and made in the 1980s, it is marked "Cartier Paris," "Swiss Made," and is numbered Model 7504 with serial number 14957.Rare Vintage Cartier Paris Gold-Plated and Brown Enamel Folding Mechanical Desk Alarm Travel Clock with Box.This Art Deco portable desk or table pendulette features:
* Mechanical manual winding movement
* White enamel dial with black Roman numerals
* Three baton hands in black and white indicating hour, minute, and alarm time
* Strut back with distinctive and iconic Cartier 'C' scrolls forming the feet
* Two cabochon-cut blue sapphires for hand settings
* Swiss made, signed, and numbered
The back is stamped "Cartier, Paris," model number 7504 and serial number 14957, "Swiss Made," with a manual 8-day wind mechanism. It has a church window-shaped case with enameled brown panel, champagne dial, black baton hands with Roman numerals, and twist sapphire crowns for alarm and time adjustment. The model is crafted from gilded metal with a dark burgundy brown enameled face. The clock opens into a trestle with feet featuring the Cartier house "C" logo. The back is signed "Cartier Paris," and the reverse of the frame bears the serial number 7504 09397, "Swiss Made."
This elegant and timeless piece makes a great desk accessory, nightstand clock...
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Late 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Cartier Decorative Objects
Materials
Gold Plate
CARTIER 1935 Art Deco Lady Concealed Watch Purse Tools In 14Kt Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Multi-tools lady concealed pocket-watch designed by Cartier.
This is a very rare multi-tools pocket piece for ladies, created by the French jewelry house of Cartier, back in the 193...
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Cartier Decorative Objects
Materials
Gold
Cigarette Case rounded shaped green fired enamel lines Salimbeni
By Cartier, Salimbeni
Located in Firenze, FI
Rectangular pocket cigarette case in 925/1000 sterling silver with rounded shaped lines, alternately fire enamelled. With spring opening button and lost hinge, i.e. semi-invisible. M...
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1980s Italian Art Deco Vintage Cartier Decorative Objects
Materials
Sterling Silver, Enamel
Cartier Must II ballpoint pen silver plated and palladium 1980s
By Cartier
Located in Paris, IDF
This Cartier Must II ballpoint pen from the 1980s is a rare piece made of silver plating and palladium, adorned with a distinctive engraved motif featuring Cartier's iconic "C". It b...
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1980s French Modern Vintage Cartier Decorative Objects
Materials
Silver Plate
A Cartier Santos Desk Clock
By Cartier
Located in Amersham, GB
A Cartier desk clock in the style of the iconic Santos de Cartier watch. With a gold bezel, brushed steel case and dold detail.
This clock is a stylish and high quality desk clock, ...
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1990s Swiss Cartier Decorative Objects
Materials
Gold Plate, Silver, Brass, Steel
Cartier 18ct Gold Plated Nib Trinity Fountain Pen With Red Cartier Box
By Cartier
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Cartier 18ct Gold Plated Nib Trinity Fountain Pen With Red Cartier Box
Stunning Example of a Must De Cartier fountain pen.
Crafted in France, this must de Cartier Trinity 18ct Gol...
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Late 20th Century French Art Deco Cartier Decorative Objects
Materials
Gold Plate
CARTIER London 1935 Art Deco Box In Sterling 18Kt Gold And Rubies
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Compact case box designed by Cartier.
Beautiful and rare compact box, created in Paris France by the jewelry house of Cartier, back in the 1935. The squared box has been crafted wit...
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Cartier Decorative Objects
Materials
Multi-gemstone, Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
Présentoir de la luxueuse marque Cartier France
By Cartier
Located in London, England
Découvrez le raffinement du présentoir Cartier, idéal pour mettre en valeur vos bijoux ou montres avec une touche d'élégance. Ce présentoir chic comporte une base blanche immaculée e...
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2010s Unknown Modern Cartier Decorative Objects
Materials
Metal
Cartier Art Deco 18K Gold Box with Sapphires
By Cartier
Located in Norwood, NJ
Signed Cartier 18K yellow gold and sapphire box. Of rectangular outline with rounded corners, with square cut cabochon sapphires revealing a single compartment. Hallmarks. Signed Car...
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20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Cartier Decorative Objects
Materials
Multi-gemstone, Gold
Cartier Alarm Clock
By Cartier
Located in Amersham, GB
A Cartier Les Must Alarm Clock in an oval enamel and gold plated frame. The enamel giving the appearance of polished burr walnut, with cabochon jewelled setting nuts, resting on a st...
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1980s French Other Vintage Cartier Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass, Enamel
Cartier Paris 1935 Rare Art Deco Geometric Desk Clock in Black Onyx and Agate
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
A desk clock designed by Cartier.
A beautiful and sober desk clock, created in Paris France by the the house of Cartier during the late art deco period, back in the early 1935. This desk clock is very rare and has been designed with geometric art deco patterns and assembled from several polished pieces carved from natural black onyx and reddish translucent agate. All parts mounted in gilded bronze and sterling silver settings of .935/.999.
Movement: Swiss mechanical wingding Imhof movement, Caliber 244, Fifteen Jewels, 8 days, Serial 2449074. The dial is octagonal with a unique painted scene depicting an ancient Greek ship...
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Cartier Decorative Objects
Materials
Agate, Onyx, Sterling Silver, Bronze
Cartier Paris 1920 Art Deco Chinoiserie 18kt Desk Clock in Nephrite Jade Enamel
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
A desk clock designed by Cartier.
An impressive and beautiful desk clock, created in Paris France by the house of Cartier, during the art deco period, back in the 1920. This stunning rare piece has been designed with Chinoiserie patterns and carefully crafted up with parts in yellow gold of 18 karats and carved nephrite green jadeite jade. Accented with applications of navy blue enamel and fitted on top, with a hinged retractable handle.
The movement is mechanical It is accompanied with the associated original key for the winding. The dial is silver with guilloche, Roman numerals with gold hands and inscribed, Cartier.
Weight: 320.95 Grams, (205.74 Dwt).
Measurements: 69 mm by 31 mm by 78 mm (2.72 x 1.22 x 3.07 Inches).
Hallmarks: Stamped with French marks, five times with the head of the eagle for the assay and guaranty of the gold, two times with the maker's mark JM inside of a lozange cartouche and signed on the reverse, "CARTIER 1649".
Literature: Olivier Bachet & Alain Cartier, Cartier Exceptional...
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1920s French Art Deco Vintage Cartier Decorative Objects
Materials
Jade, Gold, Silver, Enamel
Cartier Paris London 1905 Belle Epoque Enamel Desk Clock 18kt Gold & Platinum
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Belle epoque desk clock designed by Cartier.
An impressive and magnificent "mignonette" desk clock, created in Paris France by the house of Cartier, during the Edwardian Belle Epoque period, back in the 1905. This stunning piece is very rare and has been designed with neoclassic French patterns and carefully crafted with parts made up in yellow gold of 18 karats, silver and platinum. It is mounted with four spherical parts, carved from green chrysoprase. The five sides are embellished with applications of vivid purple enamel over a sunburst and linear guilloche ground and the borders are accented with a linear frame of white champleve enamel. Fitted in the reverse with a system to open and close the three winding parts to manipulate.
Movement: Mechanical 8 days, key winding and It is accompanied with the associated original key.
Dial: White ceramic, with Arabic black numerals, with gold indexes batons for the seconds and gold hands with juxtaposed circles ending on arrowhead, inscribed, Cartier Paris-London.
Diamonds: The platinum part on top is mount, with 60 calibrated Old European rose cuts diamonds, 0.30 carats, F color, VS-1 clarity
Chrysoprase: Mounted with screws on the base, with 4 four spherical cabochon cuts carved from natural translucent green chrysoprase with a weight of 8 carats.
Weight: 272.8 Grams, (174.87 Dwt).
Measurements: 69 mm by 50 mm by 37 mm (2.72 x 1.97 x 1.46 Inches).
Hallmarks: Stamped with French marks, the mark of the boar for the silver and the gold assay and warranty, the maker's mark for Eugène Bako inside a lozenge cartouche, the case numbers, the Cartier serial numbers and signed at the bottom, "CARTIER LONDON PARIS 2027,11290,11453,21".
Literature: Olivier Bachet & Alain Cartier, Cartier Exceptional objects, Palais Royal 2021, Volume 1, Pp-117 and 128, for two similar Illustrated, see figures.
Comparative Literature: Hans Nadelhoffer, Cartier, Jewelers Extraordinary, London, 1984, pl.18 Barracca, Negretti & Nencini, Le Temps de Cartier, Milan, 1989, p.34 A Cartier carriage clock of very closely related design was sold Antiquorum Geneva, The Magical Art of Cartier, 19 November 1996, lot 36 (illustrated in its travel case in Nadelhoffer). The dial design may be compared with other Cartier desk clocks of this period illustrated in Barracca et al.
Publications: Published in the Vogue Art...
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Early 1900s French Belle Époque Antique Cartier Decorative Objects
Materials
Gold, Platinum, Silver, Enamel
Cartier 18ct Gold Plated & Brushed Steel Ballpoint Pen With Cartier Box
By Cartier
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Cartier Brushed Steel & 18ct Gold Plated Stylo Bille Must II Ballpoint Pen
Comes With Original Red Cartier Presentation Box
Cartier REF 2025 Z1
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1980s French Art Deco Vintage Cartier Decorative Objects
Materials
Gold Plate, Steel
Cartier Table Clock Pasha Full Calendar Model, 1995
By Cartier
Located in Munich, DE
A CARTIER 'PASHA' DUAL TIME ZONE CALENDAR DESK CLOCK WITH MOON PHASE, CIRCA 1995 jewelled quartz movement, frosted silver signed dial with subsidiary dials for the day, date and seco...
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1990s Swiss Art Deco Cartier Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Signed Cartier Sterling Silver Mid-Century Modernist Flower Blossom Candlesticks
By Cartier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine pair of Mid-Century two-light table candleabra or candle holders.
In sterling silver.
Retailed by Cartier.
Likely designed and manufactured by Abbiati Gioacchino fu Carlo f...
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Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Cartier Decorative Objects
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Cartier Paris 1930 Art Deco Lacquered Geometric Desk Cock In 935 Sterling Silver
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Geometric desk clock designed by Cartier.
This fabulous one of a kind desk table clock is an epitome of the French art deco design. Has been exceptionally designed in Paris by the l...
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1930s French Art Deco Vintage Cartier Decorative Objects
Materials
Marble, Silver, Sterling Silver
Rare Swiss Made Cartier 'Les Must' Desk Clock * Free Worldwide Delivery
By Cartier
Located in Portlaoise, IE
A charming original desk clock from the iconic brand Cartier. This pocket size desk clock is presented in superb vintage condition. In oval form with white face and Roman numerals, t...
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1980s Swiss Modern Vintage Cartier Decorative Objects
Materials
Gold Plate, Enamel
Cartier 18ct Gold Plated & Brushed Steel Ballpoint Pen in Original Box
By Cartier
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Cartier Brushed Steel & 18ct Gold Plated Stylo Bille Must II
Comes With Original Paperwork & Red Cartier Presentation Box
2003, brought from Selfridges...
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21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Cartier Decorative Objects
Materials
Gold Plate, Steel
Cartier Sterling Silver Picture Frame
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful, French handmade sterling silver rectangular picture frame from luxury Maison, Cartier, in the Modern design style, circa mid-20th century, France. Frame can sit horizont...
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Mid-20th Century French Modern Cartier Decorative Objects
Materials
Sterling Silver
Cartier Blue Enamel Art Deco Style Desk Clock
By Cartier
Located in Norwich, GB
Cartier Blue Enamel Art Deco Style Desk Clock
Cartier Art Deco style desk clock housed in a blue enamel decorated case with brass strut support.
Gilded...
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1980s Swiss Vintage Cartier Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Cartier Paris Panther Design Card and Envelope Set Luxury Desk Stationery
By Cartier
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Cartier Paris Card and Envelope Set of 9 with the Iconic Panther Jewelry Design.
Authentic Luxury Cartier Stationery Card Letter and Envelope Black Pan...
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20th Century French Anglo-Indian Cartier Decorative Objects
Materials
Paper
Rare Cartier Modernist Enigma Box, circa 1950
By Cartier
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cartier designed this stunning luxury copper and brass box. The rare piece was crafted in France circa 1950. It is an enigma box that uses Leonardo da Vinci's specular writing techni...
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1950s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Cartier Decorative Objects
Materials
Metal
Cartier Luxury Iconic Crocodile Gold Design Card and Envelope Desk Stationery
By Cartier
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Cartier Card and Envelope Set with the Iconic Crocodile La Dona Gold Jewelry Design.
In honor of actress, singer, and loyal Cartier client, María Félix.
Of all the women who have made dramatic entrances at Cartier, María Félix, one of Mexico's most famous actresses, may have been the most memorable. The jewelry house still talks about the day she arrived, carrying a baby crocodile that she wanted to be the model for a necklace
Authentic Luxury Cartier Stationery...
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Late 20th Century French Art Deco Cartier Decorative Objects
Materials
Paper
Cartier 'Leopard Print' Travel Alarm Clock
By Cartier
Located in Norwich, GB
Cartier ‘Leopard Print’ travel alarm clock.
Cartier ‘Leopard Print’ travel alarm clock housed in a rectangular case with hinged carrying handle....
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2010s Swiss Cartier Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass
Les Must Cartier Picture Frame
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Cartier picture frame Les Must de Cartier Paris from circa 1985. Trinity (yellow, white and rose gold) collection.
Round enamel frame, gold plated with...
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1980s Swiss Vintage Cartier Decorative Objects
Materials
Gold, Brass, Enamel
Cartier and America "The Scarab Brooch" Card and Envelope Set Luxury Stationery
By Cartier
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Cartier Paris Card and Envelope Set of 9 with the Iconic "The Scarab Brooch" Egyptian Pharaonic Design Jewelry Design.
Authentic Luxury Cartier Stationery Card Letter and Envelope Blue and Silver Egyptian Scarab Brooch design, limited edition Desk Accessory.
Emboss printed cardstock construction, the enveloppe are also embossed Cartier.
Set is embossed with the famous Cartier Scarab...
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1990s French Egyptian Revival Cartier Decorative Objects
Materials
Paper
Cartier 18ct Gold Plated Ribbed Trinity Ballpoint Pen in Original Cartier Box
By Cartier
Located in Reading, Berkshire
Cartier 18ct Gold Plated Ribbed Trinity Ballpoint Pen in Original Cartier Box, Made In Paris, Comes With Red Cartier Presentation Box
Cartier pens are designed by Cartier, & are man...
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Late 20th Century French Art Deco Cartier Decorative Objects
Materials
Gold Plate
Cartier - Fine Vintage Art Deco Style Picture Frame c.1980
By Cartier
Located in Bath, GB
A rare and very fine example of an Art Deco design photograph or picture frame by Cartier.
The hefty base seems to be Palladium plated with a fine shiny finish in superb condition. ...
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Late 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Cartier Decorative Objects
Materials
Metal
Cartier Gold Minute Repeater
By Cartier
Located in New Orleans, LA
This minute repeater carriage clock by the esteemed Cartier is a masterpiece of luxury and craftsmanship created circa 1900. Finished in gold, diamon...
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20th Century French Belle Époque Cartier Decorative Objects
Materials
Agate, Gold, Enamel
Cream Enamel Desk Clock By Cartier
By Cartier
Located in Amersham, GB
A Cartier desk clock in a square enamel and gold plated frame. The cream enamel and gilt frame is in perfect as new condition, with cabochon jewelled setting nut, resting on a strut ...
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1970s Swiss Vintage Cartier Decorative Objects
Materials
Gold Plate, Brass, Enamel
Cartier Paris Panther Design Card and Envelope Luxury Set Desk Stationery
By Cartier
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Cartier Paris Card and Envelope Set of 9 with the Iconic Panther Jewelry Design.
Authentic Luxury Cartier Stationery Card Letter and Envelope Black Pan...
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Late 20th Century French Anglo-Indian Cartier Decorative Objects
Materials
Paper
Deep Blue Cartier Oval Alarm Clock Model 7511
By Cartier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage deep blue enamel alarm clock with gold details, model 7511. It stands on two Cartier "C" shaped bases. The back is etched "Cartier Paris 7511 08240 Swiss Made".
Made in Franc...
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1980s French Vintage Cartier Decorative Objects
Materials
Brass, Enamel
Cartier decorative objects for sale on 1stDibs.
Cartier decorative objects are available for sale on 1stDibs. These distinctive items are frequently made of metal and are designed with extraordinary care. There are many options to choose from in our collection of Cartier decorative objects, although brown editions of this piece are particularly popular. Many of the original decorative objects by Cartier were created in the Art Deco style in europe during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider decorative objects by Pierre Le Faguays, Max Le Verrier, and Marcel-André Bouraine. Prices for Cartier decorative objects can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these items begin at $179 and can go as high as $89,500, while a piece like these, on average, fetch $3,394.
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- Is Cartier the same as Rolex?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertDecember 17, 2024No, Cartier is not the same as Rolex. Louis-François Cartier founded Cartier in Paris in 1847. Some of its most iconic watches include the Tank, the Santos, the Ballon Bleu, the Calibre de Cartier and the Drive de Cartier. Hans Wilsdorf established Rolex in London in 1905. Today, the maker is well-known for its sophisticated watches, including the Submariner, the Daytona, the DateJust, the Oyster Perpetual and the GMT-Master II. Find a selection of Cartier and Rolex watches on 1stDibs.
- Why is Cartier so popular?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024There are a few reasons why Cartier is so popular. For one thing, the French luxury house is known for its very long history of unparalleled prestige and quality craftsmanship. Cartier has been producing extraordinary jewelry, watches and accessories since 1847. While jewelry lovers have long been enthusiastic about Cartier’s elegant and streamlined designs for bracelets, rings, necklaces and other pieces, the brand is also known for innovation. It pioneered the use of platinum in fine jewelry, and its artisans were so mindful of trends in fashion that the house became the official jewelry supplier to King Edward VII. Later, Cartier’s Art Deco-era pieces would help define the movement with which they are associated. One of the brand’s earliest major successes was the Santos de Cartier watch, one of the world's first modern wristwatches for men. Today’s influencers continue to help popularize the brand, increasing the demand for certain pieces like Cartier buffalo horn sunglasses and the Cartier Love bracelet, an icon of modernist jewelry. Find a wide range of Cartier watches, jewelry and eyewear on 1stDibs.
- What is Cartier Vermeil?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Cartier Vermeil means a timepiece made by the French luxury jewelry house of Cartier out of a material called vermeil. It is a precious metal produced by combining genuine gold and silver. Shop a variety of Cartier Vermeil watches on 1stDibs.
- What is Cartier Vendôme?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The meaning of Cartier Vendôme varies. Most often, the term describes a line of watches made by the French luxury jewelry house. However, the company has also produced sunglasses and wedding jewelry with the style name Cartier Vendôme. Shop a variety of Cartier Vendôme watches on 1stDibs.
- What is Cartier famous for?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Cartier is famous for producing jewelry and watches out of rare and luxury-grade materials and creating innovative designs, often packed with symbolism. Some of the jeweler's most famous pieces include the modern Love and Trinity bracelets and its custom-made antique and vintage jewelry like the Crocodile and Patiala necklaces. Find a range of Cartier jewelry and watches on 1stDibs.
- What is the Cartier logo?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024The Cartier logo is a pair of interlocking Cs. However, many people associate the panther with the French luxury jewelry maker more than its actual logo. Louis Cartier incorporated the feline figure into its design lexicon. In 1914, Cartier hired illustrator George Barbier to design advertisements for the jewelry house. Barbier drafted a drawing that featured a glamorous woman with an elegant panther at her feet, and Cartier loved it. He had an additional connection to the panther in the form of his alleged romantic interest, fellow Cartier designer Jeanne Toussaint, who adored the animal so much that she decorated her apartment with furs and donned a coat of panther fur. Cartier gave her the long-lasting nickname Panthère. Since then, Cartier has offered watches, bracelets, necklaces, brooches and earrings inspired by the panther. Find a diverse assortment of Cartier jewelry on 1stDibs.
- What is the Cartier symbol?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Today, the Cartier symbol, or logo, is the luxury house's name written in a clean serif font that mimics cursive handwriting. Typically, the logo is either black on white or white on a black background. Its refined and understated appearance references the high standards that have long been associated with this celebrated brand.
- Why Cartier is so expensive?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021One of the reasons Cartier is so expensive is because, since its inception in 1847, the brand has had a massive celebrity fan base that spans royals, movie stars, singers and socialites. The brand also uses the highest quality metals and gems in their pieces, rendering them expensive to produce. Lastly, most Cartier pieces are easy to identify, making brand recognition a key factor in the brand's exclusivity.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 10, 2025Cartier is special for at least a few reasons. The French luxury brand is one of the most well-known and internationally revered jewelers in the world.
Cartier has helped create style trends over the course of its long history, including playing a prominent role in defining Art Deco jewelry. The brand designed one of the first modern wristwatches for men — the Santos de Cartier — and its Panthère motif and Love bracelet are universally renowned among lovers of fine jewelry.
Additionally, it should come as no surprise that Cartier engagement rings are among the most desirable on the jewelry market for those hoping to be betrothed. The house, founded in 1847 by Louis-François Cartier, pioneered the use of platinum in fine jewelry in the late 1800s, identifying the strong, lustrous metal as ideal for bringing out the true qualities of diamonds.
Find Cartier jewelry for sale on 1stDibs. - 1stDibs ExpertDecember 17, 2024There is no definitive answer to the question of which is cheaper, Rolex or Cartier. Some entry-level Cartier watches do tend to have lower starting price points than some Rolex watches. However, both makers offer a wide variety of watches, so it's not accurate to say that Cartier is always the cheaper option. On 1stDibs, explore a range of Cartier and Rolex watches.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024Why it is called the Cartier Crash relates to the unique shape of the watch. The case and dial of the timepiece have a smashed, wavy appearance, similar to what a watch might look like if it were smashed or crushed in a crash or collision. There are various stories of how this imaginative design came into being. Some people claim that the designers Jean-Jacques Cartier and Rupert Emmerson got the idea for the timepiece after a customer brought in a damaged watch for repair. Another theory is that the prominent melting clock in Salvador Dalí's painting The Persistence of Memory served as the inspiration. Shop a variety of Cartier watches on 1stDibs.
- Are Cartier watches automatic?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 1, 2024Yes, some Cartier watches are automatic but the legendary French luxury house also creates collections that include watches with quartz movements. Cartier’s iconic Tank collection, which includes the Tank Française, the Tank Louis Cartier and other models, features both quartz and automatic options for all kinds of collectors. Each of the watches in the Panthère collection, however, carries a quartz movement.
While quartz watches are powered by a pre-installed battery and a high-frequency quartz crystal, automatic watches rely on a spring system and are self-winding. An automatic watch does not have a battery and is recharged on the wrist owing to the wearer’s movements during the day.
It was Louis Cartier, grandson of Cartier founder Louis-François Cartier, who was responsible for bringing watchmaking to the venerable maison when he presented Brazilian aviator Alberto Santos-Dumont with a wristwatch in 1904.
Although the pocket watch was the de rigueur men’s accessory of the day, Santos-Dumont found his own pocket watch hard to consult while keeping his plane aloft. Louis fashioned a timepiece with a flat, square case on a leather strap that could be referred to easily at a glance. Named in honor of Louis’s friend, the Santos was eventually produced for sale in 1911.
Find vintage Cartier watches for sale on 1stDibs. - Are all Cartier rings gold?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023No, not all Cartier rings are gold. Although the luxury jewelry maker produces many white, rose and yellow gold pieces, some rings are platinum. The French jewelry house, founded in 1847 by Louis-François Cartier, pioneered the use of platinum in fine jewelry in the late 1800s, identifying the strong, lustrous metal as ideal for bringing out the true qualities of diamonds. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Cartier rings.
- Are Cartier diamonds real?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024Yes, Cartier diamonds are real. The French luxury jewelry maker follows stringent standards when selecting the diamonds that go into its pieces. For example, the central brilliant cut diamonds in Cartier rings that are over 0.3 carats in weight must be classified as Very Good or Excellent to be used by the brand, and Cartier rarely chooses diamonds with clarity ratings below VS2 or color ratings below H. Shop a selection of Cartier diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
- How do I wear Cartier earrings?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022How to wear Cartier earrings depends on your personal preferences. Small hoops and studs can balance chunky statement necklaces, while dramatic drops and oversized hoops can become the bold focal point of an outfit. Shop a variety of Cartier earrings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023Whether a Cartier watch is bigger than a Rolex watch depends on the particular timepiece. Cartier offers watches in sizes ranging from 28 millimeters for women to 44 millimeters for men. Rolex's smallest women's watch is bigger than Cartier's at 31 millimeters, but the watchmaker's largest men's watch is only 43 millimeters. Find a variety of Rolex and Cartier watches on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023To authenticate a Cartier lighter, locate the serial number. Then, contact Cartier’s customer service team to assess whether it is a genuine serial number and whether the product type and style match your piece. Check the official Cartier website for current contact information. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of Cartier lighters.
- Does Cartier make earrings?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Cartier does make earrings as well as a slew of other exquisite and high-end pieces of jewelry. Established in 1847 in Paris, France, this luxury goods brand is known throughout the world for its jewelry and watches. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic Cartier pieces from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertMarch 3, 2023While the Panthère de Cartier watch collection was initially launched in 1983, Cartier included panther spots (and only the spots) in diamonds and onyx on at least one women’s watch in 1914 and another in 1915. These creations were conceived by the Cartier designer Charles Jacqueau. The cat’s major breakthrough came in 1949, with a brooch on which Jeanne Toussaint worked hand in glove with designer Peter Lemarchand. The luxury jewelry house now offers dozens of versions of the Panthère de Cartier timepiece, including double- and triple-wrap bracelets, a series of cuffs and a diamond-encrusted panther spot version. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of Cartier pieces from some of the world's top sellers.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023The original Cartier Tank watch, which was emblematic of a stark departure from the renowned jewelry house’s curved and round watch faces in that its case resembled the FT-17’s cockpit, served as a sleek update to the Santos watch. Crafted in 1917, one year before the Great War came to a close, Cartier’s Tank watch reportedly borrowed its clean, sharp lines and boxy silhouette from France’s legendary Renault FT-17 light tank, itself a compact and extraordinary design that inspired numerous copies. When the Tank watch went to market, Cartier offered a limited run in Paris. After those quickly sold, it was given a name, the Tank Normale. The timepiece took off in popularity, but only slightly more than 30 were made in 1920 and annual production has been slow over the years since then. Find Cartier Tank watches on 1stDibs.