Cartier Baignoire Watch

The 1912 design of the watch that would later be christened the “Baignoire” demonstrated Cartier's prowess in crafting watchmaking forms. An elegant ellipse uniquely forged in a single line, the “Baignoire” watch is the essence of Cartier style: an unmatched marriage of purity and timeless chic.

Dial: Silvered dial

Bracelet: Black Cartier Strap

Case Size: 24.6 × 218.7 mm (~7.2 mm thickness)

Case Metal: 18K Yellow Gold

Movement: Quartz

Functions: Hours, Minutes

Box and Papers: Box and Papers

Crystal: Sapphire

Bracelet size: 7”

Case has minimal wear. Strap has minimal creasing with hardly any wear. Dial, hands and crystal are in mint condition.

Cartier, founded in Paris in 1847 by Louis-François Cartier, began as a jewelry workshop that quickly gained recognition among French aristocracy. Under the leadership of Alfred Cartier, the company expanded into watchmaking, with a pivotal moment occurring in 1904 when Louis Cartier created the Santos Dumont, the world's first modern men's wristwatch, for aviation pioneer Alberto Santos-Dumont.

Throughout the 20th century, Cartier continued to innovate in watch design, introducing iconic timepieces like the Tank in 1918, inspired by the Renault FT-17 tank. The company's watches became known for blending functionality with artistic elements, incorporating Art Deco influences and precious materials. Today, as part of the Richemont Group, Cartier remains a leader in luxury watchmaking, continuing to produce exquisite timepieces that combine tradition with contemporary design, from the classic Tank to the modern Pasha.