First introduced in 1921, the Tank Cintrée is without a doubt one of the most elegant timepieces Cartier created. The stylish case, with its elongated and curved shape, conforms to the curvature of the wrist for sublime wearing comfort. The Cintrée is a direct descendent of the original Tank designed by Louis Cartier in 1917, and was the largest and most daring watch made by the firm during the roaring ‘20s. Today, Cartier’s “Tank” line is a wristwatch icon, one of the world’s most recognizable and desirable timepieces thanks to its classic lines and seamlessly integrated case, bezel, and lugs. It is a design that transcends time.
Part of the prestigious Cartier Paris Collection Privée (CPCP), in the year 2000, Cartier manufactured a limited edition of 50 watches in platinum as an homage to the original Tank Cintrée. Housing a prestigious, ultra-thin Jaeger-LeCoultre caliber, all 50 timepieces were fitted with crocodile straps secured by white gold deployant clasps. The original owner of this watch, number 48, found that such a beautiful timepiece deserved a precious metal bracelet. He went to his trusted jeweler in Italy and had the present stunning satin finished brick bracelet specifically designed for his watch. The satin finish texture matches the satin finished sides of the watch’s case, matching the aesthetic codes of the Tank. The present watch is in fantastic condition and is accompanied with its original fitted box, limited edition certificate, and service booklet.