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Cartier
Ref. WGPB0003
Pebble
An extremely rare, attractive, and unusual limited edition yellow gold wristwatch with guarantee and presentation box, numbered 28 of a limited edition of 150 pieces
Full-Cataloguing
• Numbered 28 out of a limited edition of 150 pieces
• One of the most desirable and iconic shapes from the Maison
• Preserved in excellent condition and accompanied by full set of accessories
One of Cartier's most exciting limited edition pieces to be launched in recent years, the Pebble caused an immediate stir and fervour when it was announced in 2022. The model was immediately sold out with a waiting list that could rival the most exclusive of all watch models.
The present model is an indelible part of Cartier's history, and represents what the brand is best known for: merging form with function. The 1970s was a time of incredible creative turmoil. Spurred by the changes in society, which was veering toward more carefree social rules, designers in every field came up with some of the most intriguing designs to ever appear in any field: from watches, to jewelry, passing through the cars, buildings and of course garment fashion, a true design revolution took place during those years.
London was undoubtedly one of the epicentres of this change, and thus it is no surprise that Cartier London created during those years some of the most impressive, creative and iconic designs of its multi-century history. “The Pebble" or "Baseball” due to its appearance - is one such creation. Deceptively simple, the entire design is centered around the two most “pure” geometrical shapes: the circle (case shape) and the square (dial shape). The contrast of the circular case with the angular dial grants an enormous aesthetic impact to the ensemble.
The Pebble's relaunch in 2022 marked the first time this model was ever re-released. Launched in a limited edition of 150 pieces, the present example is numbered 28 and is preserved in excellent overall condition with all its original accessories.
Cartier
FrenchWith the Constitution of 1848 came a new standard for luxury in France. Founded one year prior by Louis-Francois Cartier, the house of Cartier was one of the first to use platinum in jewelry making. This incredibly expensive material became the stepping-stone for Cartier to experiment in form, mechanisms and attitude. It helped men move from pocket watches to wristwatches, effectively making the watch much more functional and prominent in a man's overall wardrobe.
Cartier did not only touch on functionality. Inspired by a commissioned painting by George Barbier featuring a black panther at the feet of an elegantly bejeweled woman, Cartier began incorporating wild animals in his designs—most notably, Cartier Panthère rings, bangle bracelets and watches. Yet it wasn't until the late 1960s that the house of Cartier debuted their iconic yellow and rose gold LOVE collection, which includes the famous bracelet that only a special screwdriver can open.