The present watch is the Cartier Tonneau Large in platinum WGTN0005, part of the exclusive Cartier Priv\u00e9 collection, a line created to celebrate the maison\u2019s most iconic designs through refined mechanical craftsmanship.<\/p>\n
First introduced in 1906, the Tonneau was one of the very first wristwatches ever designed\u2014second only to the Santos of 1904 to bear a model name. At the 2019 SIHH, Cartier unveiled this modern interpretation, offered in two versions: a standard model in pink gold and a highly exclusive limited edition in platinum, to which this timepiece belongs.<\/p>\n
Faithful to the original\u2019s elegant geometry yet updated for contemporary wear, the Tonneau Large features a sleek, slightly curved platinum case that measures just 8\u202fmm thick, ensuring superb comfort on the wrist. The curved profile enhances the design\u2019s graceful flow, while a ruby cabochon crown subtly signals its precious metal construction. The grey soleil\u2011finished dial revisits the early Tonneau\u2019s codes with elongated Roman numerals, an inner minute track, and blued\u2011steel Breguet\u2011style hands. Interplays of grey tones\u2014from the darker numerals to the lighter Cartier and Swiss signatures\u2014create dynamic reflections under changing light.<\/p>\n
Powering the watch is Cartier\u2019s in\u2011house hand\u2011wound calibre\u202f1917\u202fMC, offering approximately\u202f38\u202fhours of power reserve. Through this movement and immaculate attention to detail, Cartier preserves the traditional artistry of mechanical horology while maintaining perfect visual balance.<\/p>\n
As the inaugural model of the Cartier\u202fPriv\u00e9 collection, the platinum\u202fTonneau\u202fLarge bridges the maison\u2019s storied past and its modern mechanical revival\u2014paying homage to the legendary\u202fCPCP (Collection\u202fPriv\u00e9e\u202fCartier\u202fParis) pieces of the early\u202f2000s, and reaffirming the enduring magic of Cartier\u2019s purest watchmaking design.<\/p>\n
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Cartier\u00a0– Bio<\/strong><\/p>\n Founded by Louis-Francois Cartier in 1847, the house of Cartier is the luxury jewellers by reference in France.
\nJewellers of the royal family and their prominent entourage, they quickly acquired fame in Europe.
\nLater Louis Cartier gave a second life to old watchmaking traditions with pieces like the mystery clocks, gem-set watches and other flamboyant pieces.
\nOne of their iconic models called the Santos was made in 1904 for his friend and client the aviator from Brazil, Alberto Santos-Dumont. \u00a0 Followed by other successful models like the Tonneau in 1906, the Tortue in 1912 and the famous Tank in 1919 to mention few.
\nThe brand stayed in the family until 1964 and is now owned by a Swiss watch group.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"\n