Cartier Tonneau XL

Cartier Paris Tonneau XL 18k YG

Launched in 1906, just a short two years after their Santos model, the Cartier Tonneau is a stunning barrel-shaped timepiece that draws direct inspiration from the Art Deco movement. Named “Tonneau,” meaning “Barrell” in French, the Tonneau’s gently curved mid-case swoops out from its narrow lugs in a rather gorgeous manner. Constructed of 18k yellow gold, this 1980s example conforms to the wrist with its curved profile resulting in a wonderfully comfortable wearing experience. Containing perhaps one of Cartier’s most iconic design elements, this example features a white guilloche-engraved dial with large black Roman numerals and Cartier's sought-after “Paris” signature at 6 o’clock that indicates that this example was retailed in Cartier's flagship boutique in Place Vendôme, Paris. Additionally, with its blue sapphire cabochon, blued steel hands and manual-wind movement, this wonderful watch retains the unparalleled essence of Cartier’s rich horological heritage in total abundance. THE DIAL With its subtle guilloche-engraved pattern, blued steel hands, large black exploded Roman numerals and coveted Paris signature, this Tonneau's dial aesthetic is unmistakably Cartier. THE CONSTRUCTION With its banana-shaped 18kt yellow gold case and dropped screw bar lugs, the Tonneau allows the strap to follow its curvy profile and wrap around the wrist for a wonderfully comfortable experience. TIMING MACHINE READOUT This reading was taken (crown down) with a ONEOF Accuracy Boutique Edition timing machine at time of cataloging. It is provided as a courtesy only, and shall not be construed as a warranty or guarantee of any kind. Please refer to our terms and conditions of sale for more information.