This
handsome monograph charts the evolution of one of the most coveted
items of modern style, showcasing the extraordinary craftsmanship of the
House of Cartier. The Tank Watch, designed by Louis Cartier in 1917, is
an icon of modern timepiece design. One of the world's first square
wristwatches, its functionality is rivaled only by its elegance; it
represents a perfect combination of fine watchmaking and the jeweler's
art. The Tank has been creatively reinterpreted by Cartier in many
models--from the Chinese Tank to the Crash Watch to the recent Tank
Anglaise--while always remaining faithful to Louis Cartier's original
concept.Through designs from Cartier's rich archives, historical models,
and photographs of famous clients from Clark Gable to Andy Warhol, this
volume celebrates one of Cartier's greatest masterpieces.
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Rizzoli International Publications, Incorporated
ISBN-10
208013633x
ISBN-13
9782080136336
eBay Product ID (ePID)
8038743719
Product Key Features
Author
Franco Cologni
Language
English
Topic
Industries / General, Fashion & Accessories, Product, Clocks & Watches
Dimensions
Item Length
11.5in
Item Height
1.2in
Item Width
10in
Item Weight
70.2 Oz
Additional Product Features
Book Title
Cartier: the Tank Watch
Lc Classification Number
Ts543.F8c65 1998
Reviews
"Timeless
and enduring, the Cartier Tank Watch has become a symbol of luxury and
elegance for both men and women since its launch in the early twentieth
century." ~ Antiques & Auction News
Copyright Date
1998
Format
Hardcover
Target Audience
Trade
Lccn
98-011749
Publication Year
1998
Illustrated
Yes
Genre
Design, Antiques & Collectibles, Business & Economics