Lot Essay
Evoking the history and romance of the great jewellery house of Cartier, this exquisite white gold and diamond Panthère timepiece perpetuates the beauty of the Panthère jewels that have captivated generations of Cartier’s clients.
Cartier’s Panthère jewels and watches have achieved cult status as perhaps the most instantly recognizable symbols of the Cartier brand. The Panthère Joueuse, a unique complication within the brand’s collection, was unveiled at SIHH in 2017, an exceptional ambassador for the Panthère range, the impressive 40 mm. case is set with approximately 6 carats of brilliant-cut white diamonds and with emerald eyes, it embodies the powerful essence of Cartier’s big cat jewels famed for their femininity and elegance. The three-dimensional panther emerging from the dial indicates the minutes with its paw and playfully ‘chases’ the hour ‘ball’ set with a single diamond. Powered by Cartier’s in-house automatic caliber 9918 MC with elastic teeth on the gearing for the time display which ensure precise motion and setting.
This exquisitely crafted masterpiece is a sublime example of Cartier’s contemporary workmanship at its best, quality and style which transcends fashion.
Cartier’s Panthère jewels and watches have achieved cult status as perhaps the most instantly recognizable symbols of the Cartier brand. The Panthère Joueuse, a unique complication within the brand’s collection, was unveiled at SIHH in 2017, an exceptional ambassador for the Panthère range, the impressive 40 mm. case is set with approximately 6 carats of brilliant-cut white diamonds and with emerald eyes, it embodies the powerful essence of Cartier’s big cat jewels famed for their femininity and elegance. The three-dimensional panther emerging from the dial indicates the minutes with its paw and playfully ‘chases’ the hour ‘ball’ set with a single diamond. Powered by Cartier’s in-house automatic caliber 9918 MC with elastic teeth on the gearing for the time display which ensure precise motion and setting.
This exquisitely crafted masterpiece is a sublime example of Cartier’s contemporary workmanship at its best, quality and style which transcends fashion.