Originally produced in the 1920s, the "Cloche", later known as the "Pagode", was a completely novel design for the period. Asymmetrical and designed with a curved side, it most resembled a service bell, made to be rung at a counter. It joins mythic models such as the Cintrée, Crash, Baignoire Allongée, all of which are cornerstones of Cartier's brilliant history.

Due to its unconventional display of time, Cartier has rarely re-issued this model, save for a few special order or unique pieces made in the 1990s. In 2021, the model was revived under the Cartier Privé Collection, and released in platinum, yellow gold and pink gold, with 100 pieces each.

Cased in platinum, the present watch is preserved in excellent and barely worn condition. It is furthermore accompanied by all its original accessories such as the Cartier international limited warranty, Certificate of Origin, fitted presentation box and outer packaging.