Through designs from cartier s rich archives, historical models, and photographs of famous clients from clark gable to andy warhol, this. Taking its inspiration from the tanks used by the allied powers during the first world war, the first cartier tank watch went on sale to the public in 1919. Its free and quick to sign up, so join the discussion right now. Cartier projects photos, videos, logos, illustrations and branding on. At 100, the cartier tank transcends time the new york times. W52000 cartier tank solo silver dial ladies quartz watch. But to call that watch a creation is a little odd because that was, in fact, a prototype given to the commander of american expeditionary forces in europe, general john pershing.
Great design is ageless, genderless and tethered to no single place or time. This watch was named after and worn by the creator of the famous watch. And this fall, the cartier tank will mark its 100th birthday with new variations and an updated biography. Over the years, the brand has introduced variations on. Its the tank s 100th birthday, and you knew all along that cartier was going to celebrate in a big way.
The design of the tank louis cartier remains very close to that of the original tank from 1917. Get free delivery at overstock your online watches store. Its success in france and beyond convinced the cartier brothers of the need to be where their customers were. Celebrating 100 years of the iconic cartier tank part 2. The cartier tank is one of the most longlasting models of the production. In the edwardian era there was the caveat which became a mantra, never to comment upon a likeness, injudicious, a social faux pas.
Ill be getting mine soon cartier tank watch simple, classic, sophisticated, understated very. In 1919, the parisian designer louis cartier was inspired by tanks which appeared in the first world war to market one of his flagship models. Cartier s tank watch collection, designed in 1917 to be unisex and gender neutral, is turning 100 this year. With the help of our watchtime colleagues, here is the history. Simplistic and elegant, it is the pinnacle of french watchmaking brought forth by the most prominent jeweler of the century. Mar 2, 2017 the cartier watch collections are the culmination of over 150 years of mastery in precious metals, horology and design. Introduced in 1917, it has been presented in various editions and shapes but remained a classic among the classics, a timeless watch that defines what elegance is. For the watchs centennial, cartier has introduced a battalion of tanks in some of its most iconic models, including a tank americaine thats finally available in stainless steel. Inspired by the military tanks used by english troops during world war i, the cartier tank watch made its breakout debut in 1917. The prototype watch was presented by cartier to general john pershing of the american expeditionary force. Today were finally seeing the new models released for the centenary, and there is a pretty. Best price on all cartier tank watches guaranteed at. No wonder that cartier let it return in three new versions, featuring a pink gold, yellow gold, or platinum case.
An inside look at some of cartiers most iconic watches hypebeast. That original watch was a rectangular watch, nearly square like its cousin the santos, with large rails sometimes called brancards, the french for stretcher on either side of the roman numeral dial, and a design that was, at the time, unlike anything else out there. Louis cartier was so impressed by the tight, rigorous geometry of the modern renault combat tanks that he adopted it as his muse for a. Click pics for best price cartier watches cartier tank watch since the watch was conceived by louis cartier in 1917 the french firm continuously made a version of the original style.
Stainless steel timepieces with small seconds mark the entry point into this collection and cost around 5,800 usd. Stream tracks and playlists from tank on your desktop or mobile device. Cartier celebrates 100 years of tank via historical account by danny parisi sept. Diamond rings, gold eternity rings, platinum rings cartier. The cartier tank solo xl automatic gives an entrylevel option for modern tastes to fans of both the brand and the tank. Cary grant clark gable truman capote alain delon gary cooper fred astaire princess diana jacqueline kennedy onassis jfk catherine deneuve duke ellington steve mcqueen. Last week, in celebration of the 100 th anniversary of the cartier tank, we brought you part. Shop for certified preowned cartier ladies tank francaise watch. Cartier tank all prices for cartier tank watches on chrono24. Pdf cartier the tank watch download full pdf book download. Cartier turning 170 and the tank turning 100 sounds like a recipe for some sort of special release in 2017, so keep an eye out. While the cartier tank long has long been known as a rather fashionforward series, cartier has always kept one or two models in its rotation that directly honor the early pieces of the 1920s.
Cartier tank, automatic watch, brand, cartier, colored gold. Get your kindle here, or download a free kindle reading app. Its the tanks 100th birthday, and you knew all along that cartier was going to celebrate in a big way. The tank has been creatively reinterpreted by cartier in many modelsfrom the chinese tank to the crash watch to the recent tank anglaisewhile always remaining faithful to louis cartier s original concept. Ismail einashe speaks to the artist about the aftermath of winning the 2017 turner prize and the enduring need to address europes colonial legacy. Tank louis cartier xl slimline watch escapement magazine. Designed 100 years ago by the legendary louis cartier, the tank. Cartier celebrates 100 years of tank via historical account. Tank series quartz watch cartier tank automatic watch jewellery png image on may, 2017, 8.
Shop for cartier mens tank solo stainless steel watch. We wish you a happy and healthy new year 2020 may this new decade be filled with many wonderful memories and. What are some celebrities that used to wear cartier tank. Cartier tank automatic watch jewellery, png, 500x500px, cartier. On chrono24 youll find prices for 951 cartier tank watches and can then buy one of the luxury watches at a bargain price. The cartier tank mc is more squareshaped than the other tank models. The cartier womens initiative is an annual international entrepreneurship program that aims to drive change by empowering women impact entrepreneurs. Furthermore, it has a larger case and is thus primarily marketed as a mens watch. Shop certified preowned cartier ladies tank francaise watch. They are polar opposites one having a more oversize look with round face and the other much smaller and square face. And furthermore, it is certainly the most emblematic edition of the famous french manufacture. The tank has graced the wrists of some remarkable people during its first century.
In 2017, cartier enriched their already celebrated tank collection with several new novelties models which both update and showcase new versions updating the iconic without spoiling the age old design dna that they hold so dearly to their makeup. Through designs from cartier s rich archives, historical models, and photographs of famous clients from clark gable to andy warhol. Rarely are jewelers capable of producing such a refined timepiece that critics and collectors revere. If you want a nonround watch from cartier, this and the new santos are the two contenders for daily wear. The tank louis cartier xl slimline watch is a mere 5. User janikaqueen uploaded this watch cartier tank watch jewellery movado png image on april 20, 2017, 7. The cartier tank watch celebrates its 100th anniversary. In the beginning 19171922 it was exactly 100 years ago that cartier created its first tank watch. The cartier tank watch style et design langue anglaise cologni, franco on. Cartier tank s popularity with the hollywood elite of a bygone era is a well. Sign up to become a tpf member, and most of the ads you see will disappear.
Ms stacey yeo before the tank, i wouldnt have considered myself a watch person, but now i never leave my home without it. Cartier tank louis cartier 100th anniversary watches. From its origins in paris, the tank helped transform cartier into a worldwide institution. Cartier tank watchmaker, png, 636x871px, cartier tank. The reference w5200027 cartier tank solo xl automatic on a leather strap is, once again, cartier. Cartier tank watch jewellery movado, png, 600x600px, cartier. Cartier womens initiative cartier womens initiative. Cartier will not accept any return if the creation shows signs of wear, has been used, or has been altered from its original condition in any way. As the iconic tank watch turns 100, cartier releases six. My very first watch and a treasured gift from a loved one, it holds the stories and memories of all the time we spent together. An inside look at some of cartiers most iconic watches. Today, the watches remain in production, with various different models offering diverse, modern interpretations of that original design.
Prices for cartier tank watches prices for tank watches. The cartier tank watch style et design langue anglaise. The cartier tank watch is a marvel of fine watchmaking. The tank watch was first introduced in 1917, hence this years centenary celebration. Its been called the most iconic watch on the planet, the ultimate in classic timepieces. Since its debut in 1917, the cartier tank watch has garnered a divergent group of fans, from grace kelly to andy warhol to michelle obama. You may return or exchange your cartier creation within 30 days of delivery in a new and unused state, in perfect condition, with all protective materials in place and tags and stickers attached to it. I lean more towards a tank francaise so id for the ballon bleu, but the tank anglaise is definitely a beautiful watch too. Be it tank anglaise, tank louis cartier, tank americaine, tank francaise, tank mc or tank solo. Created in 1917 by louis cartier, this watch collection has become a legend that has inspired countless variations. Cartier has divided the tank into several different collections. In 2017, the most iconic watch on the planet celebrated a full century of beguiling watch lovers around the world. It was created by louis cartier in 1917, and inspired by the new renault tanks which cartier saw in use on the western front.
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