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Lisa Sotilis for Cartier, a dress watch

Partially verified

Dating to circa 1970, this dress watch attributed to designer Lisa Sotilis for Cartier features a circular silvered dial mounted within a prominent hammered and radiating gold bezel measuring 5.0 cm long. The dial displays gilt baton markers and is signed 'Cartier Automatic'. The watch is fitted with a tapered brown leather strap terminating in a textured buckle. The internal automatic mechanism is signed by Concord Watch Co., housing 17 unadjusted jewels in caliber 261. The 14-karat gold case back is stamped with Swiss assay marks and numbered 147048.

Front view of the Lisa Sotilis for Cartier dress watch showing the radiating hammered bezel and strap
Front view of the Lisa Sotilis for Cartier dress watch showing the radiating hammered bezel and strap — Dreweatts. Rights pending — permission not yet requested. Original source

Catalogue identity

Source
auctions.dreweatts.com
Category
Wristwatch · Dress watch
Maker / attribution
Cartier
Reference
Not recorded
Catalogue / lot identifier
35
Source-reported date
circa 1970
Country
Switzerland
Source-reported serial
147048

Source-reported attribution and specifications are not independent authentication. A listing does not establish present ownership, current display, availability or permission to reproduce.

Object description

Object Description and Attribution

This dress watch is attributed to the designer Lisa Sotilis. The source documentation states that Sotilis entered an exclusive contract with Cartier in 1970 to design watch dials and bezels.

The watch features a circular silvered dial with gilt baton markers. It is housed within a broad, hammered, and radiating bezel measuring approximately 5.0 cm long and is fitted with a tapered brown leather strap with a textured buckle.

Evidence for this section
  • “In 1970, she entered an exclusive contract with Cartier to design watch dials and bezels.”
  • “The circular silvered dial with gilt baton markers, within a broad hammered and radiating bezel, with a tapered brown leather strap and textured buckle”
  • “Size/dimensions: bezel 5.0cm long”

Mechanism and Markings

The timepiece is signed 'Cartier Automatic' on the dial. The internal automatic movement is signed by the Concord Watch Co. and is identified as Caliber 261 with 17 unadjusted jewels.

The case back is numbered 147048 and carries a Swiss assay mark for 14-karat gold. The internal case back is also signed by Concord Watch Co.

Evidence for this section
  • “signed Cartier Automatic”
  • “Automatic movement by Concord Watch Co., 17 Jewels unadjusted. Caliber 261.”
  • “Inside case back numbered 147048, signed Concord Watch Co. Swiss.”
  • “Swiss assay mark for 14ct gold.”

Condition and Limitations

The condition report notes that the watch is currently functioning but has not been tested for timekeeping accuracy. Visible condition issues include scratches to the glass and case, as well as a flaked and worn strap.

The auctioneer advises that all weights and measures provided in the catalogue should be regarded as approximate.

Evidence for this section
  • “Currently functioning but has not been tested for time keeping.”
  • “Some scratches to glass and case. Strap flaked and worn”
  • “All weights and measures given in the catalogue should be regarded as approximate.”

Open research questions

  • What is the nature of the business relationship between Cartier and Concord Watch Co. regarding the assembly of this specific model?
  • Are there additional hallmarks present on the case or movement to further verify the production timeline?

Source evidence

Recorded claims and source quotations for Lisa Sotilis for Cartier, a dress watch
FieldSource-reported valueSource quotation
Bezel Dimensions5.0 cm long“bezel 5.0cm long”
Gross Weight38.4 grams“Gross weight: 38.4 grams”
Movement CaliberCaliber 261“Caliber 261.”
Jewels17 Jewels unadjusted“17 Jewels unadjusted.”
Movement MakerConcord Watch Co.“Automatic movement by Concord Watch Co.”
Case Number147048“Inside case back numbered 147048”
Assay Mark14ct gold“Swiss assay mark for 14ct gold.”

Visible details

  • Small circular dial centered within an elongated, heavily textured and fluted gold bezel.
  • Bezel inner rim encircling the dial is set with an incised or textured decorative ring.
  • Fitted to a broad brown leather strap.

Research qualifications

  • Movement and interior of case back are not visible in the provided photograph.
  • Source notes the strap is flaked and worn, and that the movement was not tested for timekeeping accuracy.

Photograph identity and source facts were screened before import; rights clearance remains pending.

Consulted source

LISA SOTILIS FOR CARTIER, A DRESS WATCH

Reviewed 2026-10-22 · Record 7dc1d20b82

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