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Lot 3902
CARTIER, COLLECTION PRIVE, PASHA DE CARTIER TOURBILLON WHITE GOLD AUTOMATIC TOURBILLON WRISTWATCH, LIMITED EDITION OF 20
NO. 04/20, MANUFACTURED IN 1999
Closed2 December 2010
Price Realised
HKD 475,000
More Information
Specialist note
US$32,000-41,000
The Ballon Bleu series manifests the characteristic Cartier elegance. Its simple curved case and signature sapphire cabochon crown combined with unique proportions and a modern engine-turned dial result in a stunningly distinctive appearance. Instead of a traditional tourbillon construction suspended between visible bridges, the Flying Tourbillon is held in place from behind, so it appears unshackled. This wonderful aesthetic effect could result in lowered shock resistance but superb micro-mechanics give this Geneva Seal hallmarked timepiece the mark of perfection.
The Ballon Bleu series manifests the characteristic Cartier elegance. Its simple curved case and signature sapphire cabochon crown combined with unique proportions and a modern engine-turned dial result in a stunningly distinctive appearance. Instead of a traditional tourbillon construction suspended between visible bridges, the Flying Tourbillon is held in place from behind, so it appears unshackled. This wonderful aesthetic effect could result in lowered shock resistance but superb micro-mechanics give this Geneva Seal hallmarked timepiece the mark of perfection.