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  • Manufacturer: Cartier
    Year: Circa 2000s
    Reference No: 1736-1
    Case No: C55’627, No. 0600
    Model Name: Tank Americaine
    Material: 18K white gold
    Calibre: Manual, cal. 9P2, 18 jewels
    Bracelet/Strap: Crocodile
    Clasp/Buckle: 18K white gold Cartier pin buckle
    Dimensions: 45mm length x 26.5mm width
    Signed: Case, dial, movement and buckle signed
    Accessories: Accompanied by an undated Cartier certificate stamped Swiss Union Watch Hong Kong, instruction manual, product literature, red folder and fitted presentation box.

  • Catalogue Essay

    - Launched in 1917, the Cartier Tank is not only the first key model that influenced the Maison’s heritage in the world of watch making, but is also the first serially produced wristwatch that made history.

    - At the turn of the 21st century, the demand for quaint, petite watches depleted which made way for larger watches with a grander wrist presence. Produced in an array of precious metals and stainless steel, the Tank Americaine ref. 1736-1 was introduced in the early 2000s, boasting a big-for-Cartier case that measures 45mm long and 26.5mm wide. Much coveted by both male and female collectors, the present model is the ideal rectangular-shaped dress watch designed to elevate one’s outfit for any occasion. Featuring a white canvas with an attractive patina, the rectangular dial is adorned with elegant Roman numerals in black. This timeless timepiece is encased in white gold and completed with a signature cabochon crown in blue sapphire and a rich emerald crocodile strap.

    - Offered in excellent overall condition with its full set of original accessories, the present ref. 1736-1 is a sophisticated specimen, presented in the Cartier Tank Americaine’s largest size.

  • Artist Biography

    Cartier

    French

    With 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. 

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Lot offered with No Reserve

Ref. 1736-1
An attractive and classic white gold rectangular-shaped wristwatch with certificate and presentation box

Circa 2000s
45mm length x 26.5mm width
Case, dial, movement and buckle signed

Estimate
HK$50,000 - 100,000 
€6,000-11,900
$6,400-12,800

Sold for HK$63,500

Contact Specialist

Thomas Perazzi
Head of Watches, Asia
+852 2318 2001
WatchesHK@phillips.com

Phillips Watches Online Auction: The Hong Kong Sessions, Spring 2023

28 March - 4 April 2023