Next year will mark 30 years since Cartier released the Must de Cartier Tank Art Deco Replica. Maybe I should feel embarrassed that I don’t recall ever seeing it before. But the moment I spotted it last week, I instantly fell in love. Find me a man or woman who doesn’t like the Cartier Tank. This classy watch is so individual and original that it is difficult, maybe impossible, to find a single thing that would keep you from liking it.
At the same time, Cartier Replica Shop UK is not a brand that I would expect to put a colorful dial in its classiest model. That’s probably why I never looked into the brand’s older watches hoping to discover something wildly colorful. And yet, here we are, looking at a great Art Deco example with a simplicity, planarity, symmetry, and unvaried repetition of elements that can leave you speechless.
All eyes on the dial
The regular ref. 1616 Tank Must is a beautiful Luxury Cartier Replica, yet the dial of the Art Deco version elevates it by far. It’s not only the design itself but also the way the colors patinate and get a more purple kind of tone versus the original blue, which sometimes stays intact.
Smaller and larger
Among the array of variations crafted during Cartier’s “Tank Must” era, the Art Deco version stands out as a cherished favorite among Cartier best replica watches store aficionados. The Must de Cartier Tank Art Deco was a limited offering, with only 1,000 pieces created in both SM and LM sizes. The smaller model, ref. 1614, comes in a 20 × 28mm case, while its bigger brother, ref. 1616, is cased within a 23 × 30mm shell.
The Art Deco Tank debuted in 1995 and paid homage to the 1925 International Exhibition of Modern Decorative and Industrial Arts in Paris. This renowned event marked a pivotal moment in design history, showcasing the emerging Style Moderne in architecture, interior decoration, furniture, glass, jewelry, and other decorative arts. Its enduring significance resonates through decades and has inspired many designers and artists worldwide.
The case
What surprised me most was that the Tank Art Deco Replica watches China cases are silver, which is considered a sensitive material. So why does Cartier’s silver case seem so shiny and bright after three decades? “Indeed, silver is a material tough to work with because of the patina it gets super quickly. That’s why Cartier put a plating on all “silver” cased Musts — in this case.
The only downer for me
The Best Cartier Replica Watches For Sale signature is tucked in the bottom-right corner of the dial. This asymmetrical placement is unusual but highly interesting. After a while, you find yourself loving this “position rebellion.” Until you spot the word “must,” you may think you’re looking at a mechanical watch. Well, at least I thought I was… Still, no matter how much I love the design, I really want this Cartier not to be quartz.
Aging at its best
Each Tank Art Deco piece is individually numbered. The dial’s original tones of deep blue and pale yellow can vary dramatically. The replica watches USA is that many examples now show a mix of blueish-purple, black, silver, and gold tones. It’s clear that each example has aged differently, so now you have much more to choose from.
