I think the watch case, when seen from the top —in white gold — is very appealing. However, it looks chunky, or less appealing, from the side. | Cartier

Cartier Coussin Bamboo: yes or no?

By: quattro : March 22nd, 2026-09:59

Among the “ quirky design timepieces ”, the Cartier Coussin Bamboo ref. 78102 isn't often seen. Most examples are in yellow gold , but there are a few very rare examples in white gold . According to Remi Guillemin in his Lot Essay for Christie's : “The mo...

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I think the watch case, when seen from the top —in white gold — is very appealing. However, it looks chunky, or less appealing, from the side.

Cartier Coussin Bamboo: yes or no?

Originality is very appealing especially for such a dressy watch but the two pieces case is « cheap feeling »🤔

Yes, exactly my feeling: something doesn't feel 100% right...

A lovely one. Really lovely.

I agree. I'm just not sure I like the thickness and 2-part case construction.

Wow. Rare !

Absolutely, very rare!

Yes 🤪

Not bad

Yes, true. But the Cheich makes me feel a bit uncomfortable, because of its

I think the watch case, when seen from the top —in white gold — is very appealing. However, it looks chunky, or less appealing, from the side.

Yes, it’s exactly how I feel!

Here I might actually prefer the colored gold version…

I guess you're right. In fact I didn't manage to find the exact thickness...

I like it very much. The two part case is part of the spice. I like it. Very vintage Cartier. Classy.

I guess you’re right.

Wow. Another great one.

Something about it really appealing, but I would need to see it in real life.

I would say it’s rather unusual and original so that’s definitely appealing. But I wouldn’t necessarily say it’s aesthetically pleasing, especially relative to Cartier’s other offerings

Yes, I fully understand your feelings, here!