Cartier Santos Galbee | 18k Yellow Gold & Steel | 29mm | 187901

An Architectural Icon Since 1904

The Santos redefined wristwatch design with a frank, geometric aesthetic that celebrated structure over ornament. Its square case and eight exposed screws were a manifesto of modernism—purpose made beautiful. In this Santos Galbée, the warmth of 18k yellow gold meets the precision of steel, framing a serene cream dial in a composition of timeless clarity.

A Symphony of Lines and Angles

• Reference Number: 187901
• The Geometric Square Case: A refined 29 mm profile that asserts clean, architectural proportions.
• The Exposed Bezel Screws: Eight visible fasteners that honor engineering as an art form.
• The Polished and Brushed Finishes: Contrasting surfaces in steel and 18k yellow gold play with light and depth.
• The Integrated Bracelet Design: A flowing, two-tone bracelet with screw accents that echo the bezel’s visual rhythm.
• The Ergonomic Curvature: The Galbée’s subtly cambered case and links contour to the wrist with effortless comfort.

The Curator’s Insight

In 1904, revealing screws on a luxury watch was audacious—an embrace of the machine age and its honest materials. This celebration of function as decoration became a new design language, one that still looks forward more than a century later.

A Timeless Statement of Modernism

For the design connoisseur, this Santos Galbée distills Cartier’s pioneering vision into a wearable sculpture—precise, confident, and unmistakable from across the room. The two-tone palette and cream dial soften the geometry with elegance, while the ergonomic case makes it a joy to wear daily. It is an icon of functional beauty that has never fallen out of style.

This Watch is Ideal For…

• The design and architecture enthusiast drawn to purposeful, geometric form.
• The individual who appreciates the harmony of precious two-tone metals and crisp industrial detailing.
• The collector seeking an enduring 20th-century design classic for a refined 29 mm wrist presence.