When it comes to designing watches for women, many brands simply chose to reduce the size of the case to adjust to a smaller wrist, but not Cartier! With its long history as a jeweler, Cartier puts as much attention in the designs of their ladies’ timepieces as they do in their lavish jewelry. Over time, some of the brand’s creations have become more iconic than others, this is the case for the boundless creativity driven by the Art Deco era. Under the skillful pen of the designer, materials such as diamond, white gold and onyx would come to life, giving birth to iconic watches or pieces of jewelry such as the present watch. The elegance of the star shaped case made of two squares alternating black onyx and white dial circled by diamonds leaves us speechless.

Whilst some pieces of this era found their design cues in architecture, this watch was inspired by something much more unusual: a board game. Named “Nain Jaune” this collection reinterprets the two squares of the famous French board game that was very popular between the two wars. Only produced in very low numbers, they were made for a very exclusive clientele and are now considered true gems by the discerning collectors. Presented today in excellent overall condition, this watch would be the perfect addition to a haute couture black cocktail dress for a night at the opera.