Sotheby's to Auction Largest Vintage Cartier Watch Collection Across Three Cities in 2026
Sotheby's upcoming Important Watches auctions are set to feature an extraordinary collection called The Shapes of Cartier: The Finest Vintage Grouping Ever Assembled. This impressive set includes over 300 timepieces sourced from Cartier's Paris, London, and New York locations. Recognized as the most comprehensive assortment of vintage Cartier watches ever presented at auction, it showcases a century of the brand's exceptional craftsmanship. Taking place from April to December 2026 in Hong Kong, Geneva, and New York, these 20th-century designs captivate collectors around the globe with their unique elegance and innovation. The collection's breadth and depth stand out, highlighting key pieces from Cartier's storied history.
Key facts
- The auction features over 300 vintage Cartier watches
- It is described as the largest and most comprehensive vintage Cartier watch collection ever assembled at auction
- The collection chronicles Cartier's watchmaking history over the past century
- Auctions will occur in Hong Kong, Geneva, and New York
- The auction series runs from April to December 2026
- Timepieces come from Cartier Paris, London, and New York
- The collection is titled 'The Shapes of Cartier: The Finest Vintage Grouping Ever Assembled'
- Sotheby's Important Watches auctions will present the collection
Entities
Institutions
- Cartier
- Sotheby's
Locations
- Hong Kong
- Geneva
- New York
- Paris
- London