Cartier Tank Louis Travel Desk Alarm Clock Ref. 7505
Record status
Individual type · partial
Period
1980s
Maker / issuer
CartierThis Cartier Tank Louis travel desk alarm clock, designated reference 7505, is a portable quartz timepiece manufactured in the 1980s. The clock features a construction of brass with gold plating and black lacquer accents, adhering to the design geometry of the Cartier Tank series.
The white dial displays Roman numerals and a railroad minute track, accompanied by black lacquer hour and minute hands alongside a white alarm hand. Measuring 71.5 by 97 millimeters, the unit includes a hinged stand and rear-mounted toggle controls. As a quartz-regulated travel instrument, it is intended for desktop or bedside use. The auction description notes that the piece has undergone a recent battery replacement and operates as intended.
Evidence at a glance
- Linked sources
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- Photograph views
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- Catalogue references
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Technical characteristics
- Date
- 1980s
- Type
- Travel alarm clock
- Maker
- Cartier
- Case Material
- Brass with gold plating and black lacquer
- Movement Type
- Quartz
- Condition Note
- Recent battery change
- Maker / attribution
- Cartier
Design
- Visible features
- • Rectangular case with hinged rear stand • Roman numeral dial with 'Cartier' and 'Swiss Made' signatures • White alarm hand distinct from the black hour and minute hands • Gold-plated vertical side pillars
- Case and Dial Design
- The Cartier Tank Louis travel alarm clock utilizes a rectangular gold-plated brass case integrated with black lacquer panels. The design reflects the aesthetic of the Tank watch line. The brass case is designed for portability and includes a hinged stand allowing it to function as a desktop or bedside clock. The front of the case features gold-plated columns with black inserts. The white dial is marked with printed Roman numerals and a central railroad minute track. The dial is signed with 'Cartier' and 'Paris' above the center, with 'Swiss Made' printed at the bottom. The clock uses distinct black hands for time indication and a white hand for the alarm function. The auction description reports that the crystal is free of blemishes.
- Provenance and Accessories
- The object is sold as a complete set. The item is identified by the vendor under stock number CTRTDAC7505 and is listed as a 1980s production model. The case exhibits light wear consistent with age, specifically described as minor orange-peel texture in the lacquer and marks on high-touch surfaces.
- Mechanical Features and Operation
- This clock operates via a quartz movement. All controls for setting the time and the alarm function are located on the rear of the unit. These controls consist of toggle mechanisms. The device is powered by a battery. According to the auction documentation, the hinged stand operates as intended. The auction description reports that the clock has recently received a battery replacement and is currently functional.
Identification
- Reference
- 7505
- Serial number
- 24XX
- 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: The serial number is partially obfuscated as 24XX in the provided source
- Research required: Source mentions minor orange-peel texture in black lacquer portions