With its longer case, rounded lugs and slender brancards, the Tank Louis Cartier watch is a distinctive variation on the original Tank, which recalls the boxy military machine for which it is named.
The Tank Louis Cartier was designed in 1922 by Louis Cartier (1875–1942), the grandson of Louis-François Cartier, who, in 1847, established the legendary jewelry house in Paris that bears their family name. Louis is credited with helping to strengthen the brand’s global reach and introducing timepieces to Cartier’s repertoire.
The Tank Louis Cartier was a modern and simple update to the now-legendary original Cartier Tank, which was designed to mimic the French Renault FT-17 light tanks that Louis saw during World War I — the original’s case is reminiscent of the vehicle’s cockpit, while its brancards resemble tank treads. Cartier conceived of the timepiece in 1917, and a limited production of six watches went on sale in 1919. The initial run of handmade watches sold quickly, and production ramped up. It soon became a favorite of the era’s celebrities, like actor Rudolph Valentino, who wore the timepiece throughout the entirety of the 1926 silent film The Son of the Sheik, despite it being a blatant anachronism.
The unisex Tank embodies a stark geometry inspired by technology — it could be considered a precursor to the popular Art Deco style. While the Tank Louis Cartier retained the original’s sapphire cabochon, Roman numerals and blued-steel sword-shaped hands, the variation dispensed with the prominently rigid angles of its forebear and added the softer contours that characterize the design of the beloved Tank Francaise, introduced in 1996, as well as all other contemporary Tank watches.
Cartier Tank Louis W1529856 18K Yellow Gold W/Receipt & Papers 2013
By Cartier
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Cartier Tank Louis W1529856 / 2442 Watch. 22mm 18K yellow gold case. Ivory dial with blue hands and black Roman numeral hour markers. Minute markers on the inner dial. Brown leather ...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Vintage Tank Watch Design Luxury Card and Envelope Set of 10
By Cartier
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Cartier Paris Card and Envelope Set of 10 with the Iconic Tank Watch Jewelry Design. Authentic Luxury Cartier Stationery Card Letter and Envelope Tank Watch, limited edition Desk Acc...
Cartier W1556240 Rotonde De Cartier 3771 42mm 18K Rose Gold Box Papers
By Cartier
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: W1556240 3771 Year: 2017 Model: Cartier Rotonde De Cartier Case Material: 18K Rose Gold Band: Brown Leather Bezel: 18K Rose Gold Dial: Silvered Guilloche Dial Face: ...
18k Gold, Rose Gold
$25,195
W 1.11 in L 1.38 in
Cartier Tank Francaise Chronoflex Chronograph 1830 28mm x 36mm 18k Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in San Diego, CA
Style Number: 1830 Serial: MG26**** Year: 1990's - 2000's Model: Cartier Tank Francaise Chronograph Case Material: 18k Yellow Gold Band: 18k Yellow Gold Bezel...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Ladies Tank Louis 78087 SM Paris Dial 18k WG 1970s
By Cartier
Located in SYDNEY, AU
SKU 2078 Brand Cartier Model Tank Louis SM Reference 78087 Year 1970s Dial White and Paris Dial Case 18k White Gold Bracelet Leather Strap Diameter 21mm x 28mm Length N/A Movement ...
Cartier Tank Basculante WA202251 Ladies Diamond 18k YG 2007 Box and Papers
By Cartier
Located in SYDNEY, AU
Cartier Tank Basculante WA202251 Ladies Diamond 18k Yellow Gold SKU 1385 An exquisite and rarely seen example of Cartier’s ingenious reversible watch...
Cartier Tank Louis LM 78086 Paris Dial 18k White Gold 1970s
By Cartier
Located in SYDNEY, AU
SKU 2147 Brand Cartier Model Tank Louis LM Reference 78086 Dial Paris Dial Case 18k White Gold Bracelet Leather Strap and 18k White Gold Cartier Deployant Diameter 23mm x 30mm Moveme...
Hermès NIB Samarcande Paperweight
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
The Hermès Samarcande paperweight is beautifully sculptured with lightly sanded edges and a base made from cowhide. Comes with ribbon and...
Cartier 18k Yellow Gold Tank Francaise Womens Watch Ref. 2385
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This Cartier Tank Française Ref. 2385 is crafted in solid 18k yellow gold with the collection’s signature clean rectangular case design. The compact 20mm case gives the watch a refin...
18k Gold
Cartier Tank Cintree 18K Yellow Gold Dual Time Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chevy Chase, MD
A sophisticated interpretation of one of Cartier's most iconic designs, this Cartier Tank Cintrée Dual Time watch is crafted in luxurious 18K yellow gold and features the elegant elo...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Tank 1710 Américaine Diamond Bezel Quartz 18K Gold Watch
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Cartier Tank Américaine watch with diamond bezel and bracelet in 18K yellow gold, featuring a rectangular 19 x 34.5mm case and quartz movement. Designed with timeless Roman numerals ...
18k Gold
Cartier Tank 18k Yellow Gold Ladies Watch on Leather Band 2442 W1529856
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Tank 18k Yellow Gold Ladies Watch on Leather Band 2442 W1529856 - Quartz. Tank. 18k yellow gold case (22mm x 30mm). Ivory colored dial with black Roman numerals. Black strap ...
Cartier Tank Divan 18k Yellow Gold Watch 2601
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
-Mint condition -Case size: 25x32mm -18k Yellow Gold -Movement: Quartz -Dial: Silver Dial -Blued hands -Diamond Bezel -Comes with Box, no papers
Art Deco Jewelry Hard Cover Book by Sylvie Raulet for Rizzoli c 1989
By Rizzoli
Located in University City, MO
Art Deco Jewelry hard cover book by Sylvie Raulet c 1989 The Rizzoli book is a magnificent archive of some of the most incredible 20th century precious and costume art deco jewelry d...
Cartier Tank Louis Watch
By Cartier
Located in New Orleans, LA
Model: Tank Louis Movement: Quartz Case: 24 mm Case Material: 18K yellow gold Dial Color: Cream Redefining one of the most recognizable watch designs ever created, this Cartier Tank...
18k Gold
Cartier Tank Louis Small Model 18K Yellow Gold Watch W1529856
By Cartier
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU 33301812 Comes With Full Set (Box + Card) Date 2016 RRP £9,800 Incl. Taxes / €11,400 Incl. Taxes / $10,600 Excl. Taxes Model W1529856 Serial Number 24********** Metal 18k Yellow ...
Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Cartier Tank Louis Model 7808 18k Yellow Gold on Deployment Buckle
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Maker: Cartier Model: 7808 Year: 1980 Material: 18 Karat Yellow Gold Case and Deployment Buckle Dial: Roman Numerals Case Measurement: 20mm Movement: Manual Wind Condition: Good Vin...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Tank Louis Small Model 18k Yellow Gold Watch W1529856
By Cartier
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU 33301781 Comes With Full Set (Box + Card) Date 2019 Model W1529856 Serial Number 24********** Metal 18k Yellow Gold Stones Sapphire Weight 36.1 g Condition Excellent Other Info W...
Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Tank Louis 18K Yellow Gold Watch Small Model W1529856
By Cartier
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU 33301654 Comes With Full Set (Box + Card) Date 2015 Model W1529856 Serial Number 24********* Metal 18k Yellow Gold Materials Calfskin Stones Sapphire Weight Approximately 34.22 g...
Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Tank Louis 18K Yellow Gold Wristwatch W1529856
By Cartier
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-0920 Comes With Box Only Date 2013 Model W1529856 Serial Number 2442******* Metal 18k Yellow Gold Weight 34 g Condition Excellent Other Info Watch dimensions: Approximately 29...
Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Vintage Cartier Tank Louis Model WA20331 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamonds
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Maker: Cartier Model: Tank Louis Model WA20331 Year: c. 1990s Material: 18k Yellow Gold and Diamonds with 18k Yellow Gold Deployment Buckle Dial: Silver with Black Roman Numerals Cas...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Tank Chinoise 2305 Factory Diamonds Navy Blue Strap
By Cartier
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
BRAND: Cartier MODEL: Tank Chinoise REFRENCE: 2305 CASE: Yellow Gold DIAL: White MOVEMENT: Quartz BAND: Navy Blue Excellent conditon Box & Service Papers Accommodated with an up-to...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Cartier, 18K Yellow Gold and Diamond Tank Louis Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
This stylish watch from Cartier's Tank Collection- the Tank Louis, comes with a diamond bezel and diamond dial, 23 x 30 case dimensions inclusive of lugs, quartz movement, fluted mes...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier vintage Tank Louis Ref. 78086 - 18K Gold, Manual Wind
By Cartier
Located in Berlin, BE
This vintage Cartier Tank Louis Cartier GM Ref. 78086 from the 1970s is a timeless classic. Featuring an 18k yellow gold case measuring 23.6...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Tank Louis 18k Gold Deployment Buckle
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Experience timeless luxury with this Cartier Tank Louis in 18k solid gold, featuring a classic rectangular case, iconic Roman numeral dial, and blued steel hands. The watch is enhanced with a signature blue sapphire cabochon crown and paired with a “Made in France” black leather strap and an 18k gold deployment buckle for secure elegance. Powered by precision movement, this masterpiece blends Cartier’s renowned craftsmanship and sophistication, making it a perfect collector’s piece or daily statement of style. A rare gem for discerning buyers! Elegant Cartier vintage Tank watch...
18k Gold
Cartier Tank Louis White Gold W1541056
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A white gold Tank Louis by Cartier. Featuring a silver dial with Roman numerals, blued-steel sword-shaped hands, and a secret Cartier signature at X. The crown is set with a blue sap...
18k Gold, White Gold
