77 Cartier Highly Attractive and Rare Calandre Allongée Bell-Shape Wristwatch in Yellow Gold, With Silver Roman Numerals

Estimate: €30,000 –⁠ 60,000

Model: Calandre Allongée
Case Material: Yellow Gold
Bracelet Material: Leather Strap
Year: 1950
Movement: Manual
Case N°: 79661
Movement N°: European Watch and Clock
Dimensions: 21 x 40 mm
Signed: Dial, movement and case

Since 1898, Cartier’s skill and craftsmanship in the creation of timepieces have proved to be even very important in the work on the wristwatch shape. Always ahead of its time and eager to experiment with innovative materials, Cartier gave birth to some very original wristwatches like the present lot from which distinguishes itself by the unusual bell shape called "Calandre". The dial is the classic Cartier style with the black inner closed minutes track and with the same color of Roman numerals. This duotone color is broken only by the blue steel hands and the full yellow gold case. This Cartier with its asymmetric design is one of the most memorable and fascinating watch models. Sold with its original deployante buckle.