Cartier Baignoire Quartz Wristwatch
Record status
Individual type · partial
Period
circa 2006
Maker / issuer
CartierThis Cartier Baignoire model is an oval lady's wristwatch produced circa 2006. The two-body case is manufactured from 18K yellow gold, featuring a polished finish and a bezel set with 152 round diamonds.
A diamond-set cabochon is mounted on the winding crown. The watch is powered by a quartz movement. Its ivory-colored dial displays diamond-set indexes and yellow gold epée hands. The assembly is completed by an integrated 18K yellow gold fancy link bracelet, which is decorated with 156 round diamonds and secured with a double deployant clasp. The watch measures 23 x 31 mm with a thickness of 6 mm. The total length of the piece is approximately 140 mm.
Both the dial, case, and movement are signed by the maker. Additional diamond-set links are included with the timepiece. The auction description confirms the originality of the hands.
Evidence at a glance
- Linked sources
- 1
- Photograph views
- 1
- Catalogue references
- 0
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Technical characteristics
- Date
- circa 2006
- Type
- Quartz wristwatch
- Maker
- Cartier
- Reference
- 1950 1
- Case Serial
- C10222
- Movement Type
- Quartz
- Place recorded
- Paris, France
- Case Dimensions
- 23 x 31 mm
- Bezel Diamond Count
- 152
- Maker / attribution
- Cartier
- Bracelet Diamond Count
- 156
Design
- Visible features
- • Case back secured by 4 screws • Bezel set with 152 round diamonds • Bracelet incorporates diamond-set links
- Case and Dial Design
- The Baignoire wristwatch features a distinctive two-body oval case constructed from 18K yellow gold. The polished finish of the gold is complemented by the extensive use of round diamonds. The bezel is set with 152 round diamonds, and the watch is equipped with a sapphire crystal. The winding crown is fitted with a cabochon diamond. The ivory-colored dial provides a neutral background for the diamond index markers. Time is indicated by central yellow gold epée hands. The case back is secured using four screws, contributing to the structural assembly of the watch head.
- Bracelet and Movement
- The watch is fitted with an integrated fancy link bracelet, also made from 18K yellow gold. The bracelet design incorporates 156 round diamonds. It is secured to the wrist with a double deployant clasp. The auction description notes that the lot includes extra links, which are also diamond-set. Internal operation is provided by a quartz movement. The auction description reports that the hands are original to the watch.
- Condition and Specifications
- The physical dimensions of the watch include a 23 x 31 mm case diameter and a thickness of 6 mm. The overall length is approximately 140 mm. According to the auction house, the piece is in very good condition across the case, movement, and dial, with an assigned grade of AA. The auction description confirms that the watch, including its movement and dial, is signed by Cartier. Documentation provided with the lot notes that the diamond-set extra links accompany the watch.
Identification
- Reference
- 1950 1
- Serial number
- C10222
- Source note
- Facts transcribed from the linked source listing or collection record. Attribution and specifications are source-reported and have not been independently authenticated.
Catalogue references
No catalogue numbers recorded. Numbers are only published once transcribed from a verified edition of a standard catalogue — they are never inferred.
Research required
- Research required: Movement details beyond quartz standard are not specified
- Research required: Total number of diamonds provided in the summary excludes potential counts in additional links