Cartier Ellipse Gondole 'Paris'

No, it’s not a Tank. And yes, it deserves your attention! While Parisian jeweler to the stars Cartier may be best known in horological circles for its famed Tank watch, the French firm produced — and continues to produce — numerous other models that deserve equal billing for their unique and sumptuous designs.  The Louis Cartier collection, announced by Cartier Paris in 1973, constituted a redesign of the maison’s watch offerings upon its launch. Fresh takes on classics such as the Tank and Santos Dumont were accompanied by new designs, including that of the Ellipse. A slim, horizontal watch with a simple 'Roman' dial, the Ellipse conveys the same spectacular design principles as the Tank in an unconventional format.  This particular Ellipse features a beautiful 32mm yellow gold case with Cartier's signature blue cabochon winding crown, an acrylic crystal, a stepped bezel, and its centerpiece, Paris-signed white 'Roman' dial with blued steel 'sword' hands and 'railroad' minute track. Powered by a hand-wound movement and paired to a black leather strap with a matching gold-tone pin buckle, this piece makes for a beautiful dress watch — or a daily driver! Everyone knows the Tank. This is your chance to own its equally compelling sibling.