Cartier Disco Louis Dial Discussion — WatchProSite Forum Digest

Stonec · 2023-04-03T15:28:54Z

Explore the Cartier Disco Louis with Stonec and the WatchProSite community. Discuss its unique dial, artistic appeal, and design inspirations.

Stonec initiates a discussion on the Cartier Disco Louis, inviting the community to share their opinions on this distinctive timepiece. This post delves into the aesthetic impact of artistic dials and the subjective nature of watch appreciation, prompting a lively debate among collectors.

Key Points from the Discussion

Many artistic and handcrafted dials, including this Cartier piece, are best appreciated in person to fully grasp the contrast and illusion created by the three gold colors.
The dial is considered wonderful and very attractive, with a unique design that other manufacturers haven't replicated.
While aesthetically pleasing, concerns are raised about the legibility of the hands against the intricate dial background.
The watch's design is likened to a 'disco ball,' distinguishing it from other music-themed watches like the AP Royal Oak Music Edition.
The design evokes a strong, polarizing reaction, with some finding it reminiscent of bathroom tiles.

The Discussion

j.jota

Apr 3, 2023

Aesthetically I looks great

would be worried about the legibility of the hands for telling the time, though, on that background dial

Stonec

Apr 3, 2023

I’ve thought of the same

But that dial ❤️

orahu

Apr 3, 2023

A bit ambivalent—I want to like it, but having a hard time getting there!

Stonec

Apr 3, 2023

It took me about three days and then pure love

mahesh

Apr 3, 2023

Nice but not my taste…

Stonec

Apr 3, 2023

And that is a good thing

Thank god we all don’t like everything.

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