Since the first appearance of the American leopard fur on a Cartier watch in 1914, animal imagery has become a signature design for the brand and has held an important place in the watchmaking field. Since then, the Cartier Animal Kingdom has interpreted the charm of watchmaking art, with a series of animal-shaped jewelry watches fascinating with exquisite craftsmanship.
This year, zebras and crocodiles serve as inspiration, turning fur into a diamond-studded animal-shaped wristwatch. The hand-painted lacquer stripes on each watch are meticulously crafted. The crocodile coils around the diamond-shaped dial in an imposing manner. Each colored gemstone is intricately carved with exquisite detail, showcasing Cartier’s exceptional craftsmanship. The realistic and detailed technique is truly commendable, demonstrating Cartier’s mastery in interpreting every flowing curve, sharp scale, and lively emerald eye on the wrist. The case and dial are adorned with delicate and rich enamel tones, complementing the gradient colors of sapphires and diamonds, enhancing the allure of the “crocodile” silhouette. In these two new sculpturally beautiful pieces, the “animal protagonists” are ready. The dignified profiles of the “crocodile” and “tiger” are striking. Their powerful jaws hold dazzling sunray-patterned dials, as if searching for their reflection in the river of time. The watch chain is extremely soft, surrounded by a series of vivid contrasting colored gemstones, injecting vitality into the animal fur, creating a captivating visual rhythm, highlighting a declaration of wild and unrestrained personality.
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