Large yellow-gold Santos-Dumont watch

Cartier’s watchmaking history dates back to the earliest editions of the essential accessory, with the story of the Santos-Dumont collection beginning in 1904 when Louis Cartier took up the challenge to make a timepiece for his friend, a Brazilian aviator, that would be easy to read while among the clouds in his aircraft. To this day, the style remains defined by its geometric shape and exposed screws, with this 18-karat yellow gold watch elevated by precious alligator skin.