{"id":1010,"date":"2011-06-16T11:52:20","date_gmt":"2011-06-16T10:52:20","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/preprod.gmtmag.com\/?p=1010"},"modified":"2016-06-17T17:32:23","modified_gmt":"2016-06-17T15:32:23","slug":"cartier-5","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gmtmag.com\/en\/nouveaute-en-n-en\/xxl-2\/cartier-5.html","title":{"rendered":"Cartier : The passion for Fine Watchmaking"},"content":{"rendered":"

Pasha de Cartier <\/strong>skeleton flying tourbillon watch<\/strong><\/p>\n

Movement\u2009:<\/strong> mechanical hand-wound, Calibre 9457 MC, Geneva Seal, 50h power reserve\u00a0Case\u2009:<\/strong> 18K white gold Diameter\u2009:<\/strong> 42mm Functions\u2009:<\/strong> hours, minutes, flying tourbillon Caseback\u2009:<\/strong> sapphire crystal Strap\u2009:<\/strong> black alligator leather\u00a0Water resistance\u2009:<\/strong> 30m Limited edition\u2009:<\/strong> 100<\/p>\n

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Calibre de Cartier <\/strong>Multi Time Zone watch<\/strong><\/p>\n

Movement\u2009: <\/strong>mechanical self-winding, Calibre 9909 MC, 48h power reserve Case\u2009: <\/strong>18K white gold Diameter\u2009:<\/strong> 45mm Functions\u2009:<\/strong> hours, minutes, multi time-zone display, city disc, day\/night indication, time difference indication Caseback\u2009:<\/strong> sapphire crystal Strap\u2009: <\/strong>black alligator leather Water resistance\u2009: <\/strong>30m<\/p>\n

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Ballon Bleu de Cartier watch,<\/strong> large model with monkey motif<\/strong><\/p>\n

Movement\u2009:<\/strong> mechanical self-winding, Calibre 049 \u00a0Case\u2009:<\/strong> 18K rhodiumed white gold set with 126 round diamonds Functions\u2009:<\/strong> hours, minutes \u00a0Dial\u2009:<\/strong> 18K yellow gold with monkey motif in grand feu champlev\u00e9 enamelling set with 225 cognac-coloured diamonds \u00a0Strap\u2009:<\/strong> glossy green alligator leather \u00a0Water resistance\u2009:<\/strong> 30m Limited edition\u2009:<\/strong> 50<\/p>\n

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Rotonde de Cartier \u00a0<\/strong>42 mm watch with bear motif\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

Movement\u2009:<\/strong> mechanical hand-wound, Calibre 99905 MC Case\u2009:<\/strong> rhodiumed 18K white gold Diameter\u2009:<\/strong> 42mm Functions\u2009:<\/strong> jumping hours, minutes Dial\u2009:<\/strong> 18K white gold with wooden marquetry-work bear motif Strap\u2009:<\/strong> brown semi-matt alligator leather Water resistance\u2009:<\/strong> 30m\u00a0Limited edition\u2009:<\/strong> 50<\/p>\n

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Tortue XL watch <\/strong>with jaguar motif <\/strong><\/p>\n

<\/strong>Movement\u2009:<\/strong> mechanical hand-wound, Calibre 9601 MC\u00a0Case\u2009:<\/strong> 18K yellow gold, hand engraving and grand feu champlev\u00e9 enamelling Functions\u2009:<\/strong> hours, minutes Dial\u2009:<\/strong> 18K gold with jaguar motif, high-relief hand engraving and grand feu champlev\u00e9 enamelling Strap\u2009:<\/strong> black semi-matt alligator leather\u00a0Water resistance\u2009:<\/strong> 30m Limited edition\u2009:<\/strong> 80<\/p>\n

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Cartier ID One concept watch<\/strong><\/p>\n

Movement\u2009:<\/strong> mechanical self-winding with no need for adjustment, 52h power reserve Case\u2009:<\/strong> niobium-titanium Diameter\u2009: <\/strong>46mm Functions\u2009:<\/strong> hours, minutes Caseback\u2009:<\/strong> sapphire crystal Strap\u2009:<\/strong> fabric\u00a0Water resistance\u2009:<\/strong> 30m Limited edition\u2009:<\/strong> non-commercialised concept watch<\/p>\n

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Minute repeater pocket-watch (1927)<\/strong><\/p>\n

Movement\u2009:<\/strong> round LeCoultre calibre\u00a0Case\u2009:<\/strong> gold\u00a0Diameter\u2009:<\/strong> 51.2mm Functions\u2009:<\/strong> hours, minutes, split-seconds chronograph, 48-month perpetual calendar and moon phases<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

For almost four years, the Cartier Fine Watchmaking collection has benefited from an unprecedented wave of creativity, where the innovation and imagination of Cartier\u2019s designer-watchmakers have been combined with the expertise and the excellence of the Manufacture\u2019s craftsmen. This year, Cartier is presenting three new Fine Watchmaking movements and a new version of the Calibre de Cartier watch, equipped for the first time with an Astrotourbillon movement.<\/p>\n

Unveiled in 2010 after five years of research, the famous Astrotourbillon<\/strong> movement now powers the Calibre de Cartier<\/strong> watch. This spectacular tourbillon features several specific characteristics that make it truly unique, including its rotational axis in the centre of the movement and the fact that the tourbillon carriage is positioned \u201cabove\u201d the movement. The famous movement has been given a setting worthy of its creative technical sophistication at the heart of a 47 mm case. The imposing strength and presence of this model are lightened by the use of titanium and matched by exceptional wearer comfort thanks to four lugs dipping towards the wrist to mould its shape. This distinctive watch is available in an 100-piece limited series featuring beautiful finishing on both the case and the movement.<\/p>\n

The queen of complications also shows another face through a modern interpretation of skeletonised watchmaking. The Pasha de Cartier skeleton flying tourbillon<\/strong> watch sets the stage for a spectacular interplay of full and empty spaces: within a 42 mm diameter, the airy transparency of the movement contrasts with the powerful impact of a design embellished with hand-performed finishes such as bevelled bridges, satin-brushed sides and circular-grained wheels. The resulting work of art will grace the wrist of only 100 fortunate owners.<\/p>\n

The powerful and masculine 45 mm-diameter Calibre de Cartier Multi Time Zone<\/strong> watch in white gold is the very first model in the Fine Watchmaking collection to display world time. Equipped with Calibre 9909 MC, this model is distinguished from others offering the same functions by its city disc which is totally integrated within the movement and visible through a lateral magnifier instead of on the dial. Each press on the pivoting pushpiece reveals a different city, its local time and the time difference between the home time and the traveller\u2019s time.<\/p>\n

Finally, the watch Manufacture has fulfilled the dream of all watchmakers with the Rotonde de Cartier Astror\u00e9gulateur<\/strong> watch\u2009: that of mastering gravity. Compensating for the effects of gravity has always been one of watchmaking\u2019s greatest challenges. Gravity disturbs the isochronism of a watch by displacing the centre of gravity of its balance and spring assembly. Until now, the tourbillon has been the oldest and most common solution to this problem. The designers and master watchmakers at the Cartier Manufacture in La Chaux-de-Fonds have developed a movement that offers an alternative solution to the tourbillon.\u00a0 Cartier has therefore designed an innovative anti-gravity system using the only element that always returns to the same position in the vertical plane: the rotor.<\/p>\n

In the 9800 MC Astror\u00e9gulateur movement, the escapement, the oscillator and the pendular seconds have been positioned on the rotor to maintain the centre of gravity in a single position. By adjusting the oscillator in this one position, the master watchmaker ensures that the platform of the Astror\u00e9gulateur movement avoids the disturbing effect of gravity on timekeeping in all vertical positions. This ingenious mechanism housed within a 50 mm XXL niobium-titanium case is available in a numbered 50-piece limited edition.<\/p>\n

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The House of Cartier has always placed artistic crafts at the very heart of its creations. For the last decade, this rich heritage has been particularly honoured by the watchmaking marvels of the Cartier Art collection.\u00a0 Ever the creative artisan, Cartier is now introducing a magical menagerie composed of six new creations showcasing this unusual encounter between artistic crafts and watchmaking expertise.<\/p>\n

Cartier explores the world of mosaics with the Rotonde de Cartier 42 mm watch, turtle motif in stone mosaic<\/strong> which highlights the total control of every movement, along with passion and ingenuity combined with great patience. Everything starts with the search for the right stones: onyx, tiger\u2019s eye, falcon\u2019s eye, yellow pietersite, carnelian\u2026 The rounded stones in assorted warm shades are split and then cut into 0.75 squares, 0.4 mm thick. Next the squares are positioned in a specific order according to the design, which outlines each scale of the shell and each foot in black to separate the colour and highlight the shapes. Gradually, the turtle emerges as the 1,167 tesserae are placed.<\/p>\n

Crafting the Rotonde de Cartier 42 mm watch, bear motif in <\/strong>plique-\u00e0-jour paillonn\u00e9<\/em><\/strong> enamel<\/strong> also called for impressive mastery. Cartier is reviving this special artistic technique to produce a dial in plique-\u00e0-jour paillonn\u00e9<\/em> enamel. This work evokes the poetry of confidential craftsmanship, drawing on patience and research, expertise and secrets, trials and scucesses. Like a stained-glass window, the dial in plique-\u00e0-jour<\/em> enamel comes to life. The translucent enamel plays with light, suspended between fragile borders that are as delicate and elegant as a pencil line.<\/p>\n

The Tortue XL watch with jaguar motif in relief engraving and champlev\u00e9 enamel<\/strong> features an unusual combination of these two artistic crafts to convey the power and realism of the majestic feline. Composed of four pieces assembled and adjusted with great precision, the high-relief engraving of the dial gives shadow to each detail, highlighting the deep-set eyes, the shape of the jaw and the size of the muzzle to such an extent that the animal seems ready to spring out of the watch. The realism is heighted by the craftsman\u2019s ability to recreate an impression of fur and of staring eyes using a flat graver, before pricking them with a slender point-graver.<\/p>\n

Cartier also highlights other techniques such as wood marquetry work with the Rotonde de Cartier 42mm watch with bear motif.<\/strong> Or that of grand feu enamelling and gemsetting with the Ballon Bleu de Cartier large model with monkey motif.<\/strong> And finally, a magnificent combination of mother-of-pearl marquetry work, grand feu champlev\u00e9 enamel and pink sapphire gemsetting revealed in the hummingbird d\u00e9cor adorning the Santos 100 watch, medium model.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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It\u2019s a first for Cartier, since the illustrious watch and jewellery company will be presenting an exceptional exhibition taking visitors on a journey to the heart of Cartier watchmaking, on show from August 26th to November 6th 2011 at the Museum Bellerive in Zurich. This museum will be the first location in a series of exhibitions that make up a worldwide touring event. \u201cCartier Time Art\u201d unites the largest number of Cartier timepieces ever displayed in public, from its origins through to the present day, and offers a rare opportunity to contemplate Cartier\u2019s creativity. Throughout the ages, this collection of creations has successfully mixed ingenuity with aesthetical and technical innovation and is a testament to the vitality of Cartier\u2019s watchmaking heritage. The rich language of shapes, designs and complications apparent in these objects emphasises Cartier\u2019s high level of expertise.<\/p>\n

Among the 156 historical pieces on display in this exhibition, Cartier has chosen to present twelve exceptional Fine Watchmaking movements through seventeen watches showcased in an original 3D setting thanks to highly sophisticated scenography devised by Tokujin Yoshioka. These include Calibre 9800 MC powering the Rotonde Cartier Astror\u00e9gulateur watch. Taking inventiveness and research to a whole new level, Cartier also presents the Cartier ID One model, a concept watch that requires no adjustment throughout its existence\u2009: crafted and assembled according to an original concept based on cutting-edge materials and technologies, it offers a fascinating glimpse into the watchmaking future at Cartier.<\/p>\n

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For almost four years, the Cartier Fine Watchmaking collection has benefited from an unprecedented wave of creativity, where the innovation and imagination of Cartier\u2019s designer-watchmakers have been combined with the expertise and the excellence of the Manufacture\u2019s craftsmen. This year, Cartier is presenting three new Fine Watchmaking movements and a new version of the Calibre de Cartier watch, equipped for the first time with an Astrotourbillon movement.<\/p>\n

Unveiled in 2010 after five years of research, the famous Astrotourbillon<\/strong> movement now powers the Calibre de Cartier<\/strong> watch. This spectacular tourbillon features several specific characteristics that make it truly unique, including its rotational axis in the centre of the movement and the fact that the tourbillon carriage is positioned \u201cabove\u201d the movement. The famous movement has been given a setting worthy of its creative technical sophistication at the heart of a 47 mm case. The imposing strength and presence of this model are lightened by the use of titanium and matched by exceptional wearer comfort thanks to four lugs dipping towards the wrist to mould its shape. This distinctive watch is available in an 100-piece limited series featuring beautiful finishing on both the case and the movement.<\/p>\n

The queen of complications also shows another face through a modern interpretation of skeletonised watchmaking. The Pasha de Cartier skeleton flying tourbillon<\/strong> watch sets the stage for a spectacular interplay of full and empty spaces: within a 42 mm diameter, the airy transparency of the movement contrasts with the powerful impact of a design embellished with hand-performed finishes such as bevelled bridges, satin-brushed sides and circular-grained wheels. The resulting work of art will grace the wrist of only 100 fortunate owners.<\/p>\n

The powerful and masculine 45 mm-diameter Calibre de Cartier Multi Time Zone<\/strong> watch in white gold is the very first model in the Fine Watchmaking collection to display world time. Equipped with Calibre 9909 MC, this model is distinguished from others offering the same functions by its city disc which is totally integrated within the movement and visible through a lateral magnifier instead of on the dial. Each press on the pivoting pushpiece reveals a different city, its local time and the time difference between the home time and the traveller\u2019s time.<\/p>\n

Finally, the watch Manufacture has fulfilled the dream of all watchmakers with the Rotonde de Cartier Astror\u00e9gulateur<\/strong> watch\u2009: that of mastering gravity. Compensating for the effects of gravity has always been one of watchmaking\u2019s greatest challenges. Gravity disturbs the isochronism of a watch by displacing the centre of gravity of its balance and spring assembly. Until now, the tourbillon has been the oldest and most common solution to this problem. The designers and master watchmakers at the Cartier Manufacture in La Chaux-de-Fonds have developed a movement that offers an alternative solution to the tourbillon.\u00a0 Cartier has therefore designed an innovative anti-gravity system using the only element that always returns to the same position in the vertical plane: the rotor.<\/p>\n

In the 9800 MC Astror\u00e9gulateur movement, the escapement, the oscillator and the pendular seconds have been positioned on the rotor to maintain the centre of gravity in a single position. By adjusting the oscillator in this one position, the master watchmaker ensures that the platform of the Astror\u00e9gulateur movement avoids the disturbing effect of gravity on timekeeping in all vertical positions. This ingenious mechanism housed within a 50 mm XXL niobium-titanium case is available in a numbered 50-piece limited edition.<\/p>\n

 <\/p>\n

\"\"<\/p>\n

The House of Cartier has always placed artistic crafts at the very heart of its creations. For the last decade, this rich heritage has been particularly honoured by the watchmaking marvels of the Cartier Art collection.\u00a0 Ever the creative artisan, Cartier is now introducing a magical menagerie composed of six new creations showcasing this unusual encounter between artistic crafts and watchmaking expertise.<\/p>\n

Cartier explores the world of mosaics with the Rotonde de Cartier 42 mm watch, turtle motif in stone mosaic<\/strong> which highlights the total control of every movement, along with passion and ingenuity combined with great patience. Everything starts with the search for the right stones: onyx, tiger\u2019s eye, falcon\u2019s eye, yellow pietersite, carnelian\u2026 The rounded stones in assorted warm shades are split and then cut into 0.75 squares, 0.4 mm thick. Next the squares are positioned in a specific order according to the design, which outlines each scale of the shell and each foot in black to separate the colour and highlight the shapes. Gradually, the turtle emerges as the 1,167 tesserae are placed.<\/p>\n

Crafting the Rotonde de Cartier 42 mm watch, bear motif in <\/strong>plique-\u00e0-jour paillonn\u00e9<\/em><\/strong> enamel<\/strong> also called for impressive mastery. Cartier is reviving this special artistic technique to produce a dial in plique-\u00e0-jour paillonn\u00e9<\/em> enamel. This work evokes the poetry of confidential craftsmanship, drawing on patience and research, expertise and secrets, trials and scucesses. Like a stained-glass window, the dial in plique-\u00e0-jour<\/em> enamel comes to life. The translucent enamel plays with light, suspended between fragile borders that are as delicate and elegant as a pencil line.<\/p>\n

The Tortue XL watch with jaguar motif in relief engraving and champlev\u00e9 enamel<\/strong> features an unusual combination of these two artistic crafts to convey the power and realism of the majestic feline. Composed of four pieces assembled and adjusted with great precision, the high-relief engraving of the dial gives shadow to each detail, highlighting the deep-set eyes, the shape of the jaw and the size of the muzzle to such an extent that the animal seems ready to spring out of the watch. The realism is heighted by the craftsman\u2019s ability to recreate an impression of fur and of staring eyes using a flat graver, before pricking them with a slender point-graver.<\/p>\n

Cartier also highlights other techniques such as wood marquetry work with the Rotonde de Cartier 42mm watch with bear motif.<\/strong> Or that of grand feu enamelling and gemsetting with the Ballon Bleu de Cartier large model with monkey motif.<\/strong> And finally, a magnificent combination of mother-of-pearl marquetry work, grand feu champlev\u00e9 enamel and pink sapphire gemsetting revealed in the hummingbird d\u00e9cor adorning the Santos 100 watch, medium model.<\/strong><\/p>\n

 <\/p>\n

\"\"<\/p>\n

 <\/p>\n

It\u2019s a first for Cartier, since the illustrious watch and jewellery company will be presenting an exceptional exhibition taking visitors on a journey to the heart of Cartier watchmaking, on show from August 26th to November 6th 2011 at the Museum Bellerive in Zurich. This museum will be the first location in a series of exhibitions that make up a worldwide touring event. \u201cCartier Time Art\u201d unites the largest number of Cartier timepieces ever displayed in public, from its origins through to the present day, and offers a rare opportunity to contemplate Cartier\u2019s creativity. Throughout the ages, this collection of creations has successfully mixed ingenuity with aesthetical and technical innovation and is a testament to the vitality of Cartier\u2019s watchmaking heritage. The rich language of shapes, designs and complications apparent in these objects emphasises Cartier\u2019s high level of expertise.<\/p>\n

Among the 156 historical pieces on display in this exhibition, Cartier has chosen to present twelve exceptional Fine Watchmaking movements through seventeen watches showcased in an original 3D setting thanks to highly sophisticated scenography devised by Tokujin Yoshioka. These include Calibre 9800 MC powering the Rotonde Cartier Astror\u00e9gulateur watch. Taking inventiveness and research to a whole new level, Cartier also presents the Cartier ID One model, a concept watch that requires no adjustment throughout its existence\u2009: crafted and assembled according to an original concept based on cutting-edge materials and technologies, it offers a fascinating glimpse into the watchmaking future at Cartier.<\/p>\n

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