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Lot Essay
An icon of good taste, the Tank wristwatch was created by Louis Cartier in 1917. The lines and proportion are inspired by the Renault tanks used on the Western Front during the World War I.
The Tank Étanche, originally introduced by Cartier in 1931 - resulting from Cratier-Jaeger know-how. This innovative timepiece was among the first to feature a water-resistant case, a major advancement since the creation of the wristwatch. The Étanche model combined elegant design with practicality, embodying the luxury and technological innovation that Cartier is known for.
Due to the case construction, the model did not meet waterproofing expectations and only few pieces were produced . The appeal of the present Tank Étanche is greatly enhanced by its original condition. The movement is by the European Watch and Clock Co. Inc., a partnership with Cartier that began in the 1909 and is most valued by collectors.
The Tank Étanche, originally introduced by Cartier in 1931 - resulting from Cratier-Jaeger know-how. This innovative timepiece was among the first to feature a water-resistant case, a major advancement since the creation of the wristwatch. The Étanche model combined elegant design with practicality, embodying the luxury and technological innovation that Cartier is known for.
Due to the case construction, the model did not meet waterproofing expectations and only few pieces were produced . The appeal of the present Tank Étanche is greatly enhanced by its original condition. The movement is by the European Watch and Clock Co. Inc., a partnership with Cartier that began in the 1909 and is most valued by collectors.