Tank Chinoise Skeleton
Superb skeleton dial with an interpretation of the Chinese “Shou” motif signifying longevity. Lots of detail on the case and dial with polished and brushed surfaces that are difficult to capture in a photograph. And of course, the superb lacquer work. The...
Totally agree.
IMHO top 3 or 5 the best (awesome art) from Cartier in the last 50 years
I actually see the Chinese character
“中”. Pretty cool. Was enamored by it but realize the simpler dial works for me better. Best Gatsby
Have you seen the skeleton in person?
That’s what I thought too, but seeing both in person highlighted the sophistication of the skeleton design as it has an amazing 3-dimensional grate-like look that pics can’t capture. And they beveled the bridge edges so the play with light is amazing. But...
Both are pieces of art,
but I prefer the classic version. So well-balanced and beautiful!
Design Classics …
Both are beautiful examples of Cartier design. Thank you for sharing them with us. Best Captain
Thanks for looking.
Cartier weren’t on my radar until their relatively recent move back to elegant designs in classic sizes.
A work of art indeed.
The skeletonized version looks absolutely stunning, although I can't make out the engXian;mso-ascii-font-family:Arial; mso-fareast-theme-font:minor-fareast;mso-hansi-font-family:Arial;mso-bidi-font-family: Arial;color:black;background:white"> 寿 character....