Cartier. Uncommon and Very Rare Baignoire Allongée Wristwatch in White Gold, With Guilloche Blue Roman Numbers Dial Model: Baignoire allongée Material: White Gold Reference N°: 2514 Year: 2000s Case N°: 117822 AF Caliber: 060MC Movement type: Manual Bracelet: White Gold Dimensions: 21mmx47mm Signed: Dial, case and movement The Cartier Baignoire dates back to 1957 and its lines take inspiration from a watch that Louis Cartier gifted to the Russian Grand Duchess Pavlovna who, is taught, was one of the most important clients of the French brand. In 1973 this model took officially name Baignoire Allongée and it was simply an oversized version of the normal one. The present lot is a really precious example produced in white gold. It has been preserved in very nice over all conditions: the bracelet is elegant with its grain de riz texture, the iconic oval shape of the case is well proportioned and the sapphire cabochon is intact. The very detailed engine turned decoration of the dial is incredible and the electric blue roman numerals are something unusual which embellish the whole wristwatch. € 10000 - 20000