Cartier first launched the "Collection Privée, Cartier Paris" in 1998 to celebrate the manufacture's most iconic timepieces, such as the Santos, Tank or Tortue models. All the models paid homage to the classic and pure designs from the storied jeweler's past.

Released in 2004 in a limited edition series of 50 pieces, the Tank Cintrée collection was the only "Collection Privée, Cartier Paris" model to not feature a "Paris" signature on the dial. Its curved, pure lines fit the wrist perfectly, demonstrating Cartier's forward-thinking design that was originally incepted in 1921. While the yellow gold re-edition was produced in 150 examples, the platinum version, such as the present example, was only manufactured in 50 pieces, highlighting the case metal's rarity. This watch furthermore features Breguet-style hands, a nod to the original Tank Cintrée watches in the 1920s.

The modern Tank Cintrée also shares identical dimensions with the largest vintage Cintrée watch, measuring 46mm long and 23mm wide, enabling the wearer to reminisce and imagine the model in its most original form. The watch is furthermore presented in pristine, almost new condition, retaining all its original accessories, including the original certificate stating the watch is numbered 35, and part of a limited edition series of 50 examples.