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HERMES YELLOW/BLUE LA CARNAVAL DE VANISE SILK SCARF
HERMES YELLOW/BLUE LA CARNAVAL DE VANISE SILK SCARF

HERMES YELLOW/BLUE LA CARNAVAL DE VANISE SILK SCARF

By Hermès

Located in New York, NY

This rare, and highly collectible Yellow/Blue HERMES Silk Scarf is a classic addition to any wardrobe.

The scarf is made of 100% Silk, hand-rolled. It can be used as a...

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20th Century French Scarves

Hermes Vintage Silk Jacquard Scarf Le Carnaval de Venise 1993 Watrigant
Hermes Vintage Silk Jacquard Scarf Le Carnaval de Venise 1993 Watrigant

Hermes Vintage Silk Jacquard Scarf Le Carnaval de Venise 1993 Watrigant

By Hermès

Located in Rome, Rome

Step into the festive spirit of the 1990s with this exquisite Hermes "Le Carnaval de Venise" silk scarf. Designed by the talented Hubert de Watrigant and meticulously crafted in Fran...

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1990s French Scarves

Hermes Le Carnaval De Venise by H de Watrigant Silk Scarf
Hermes Le Carnaval De Venise by H de Watrigant Silk Scarf

Hermes Le Carnaval De Venise by H de Watrigant Silk Scarf

By Hermès

Located in Paris, FR

Hermes "Le Carnaval de Venise" by Hubert de Watrigant silk scarf featuring a black border a jacquard in the ground and a Hermès signature.

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1990s French Scarves

HERMES Silk Jacquard Shirt, LE CARNAVAL DE VENISE, by Hubert de Watrigant
HERMES Silk Jacquard Shirt, LE CARNAVAL DE VENISE, by Hubert de Watrigant

HERMES Silk Jacquard Shirt, LE CARNAVAL DE VENISE, by Hubert de Watrigant

By Hermès

Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest

Authentic Vintage HERMES Silk Jacquard Shirt, LE CARNAVAL DE VENISE, by Hubert de Watrigant was designed and issued in 1993.

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Late 20th Century French Blouses

HERMES silk LE CARNAVAL DES ANIMAUX 90 Twill Scarf Bleu Pale Rose Beige
HERMES silk LE CARNAVAL DES ANIMAUX 90 Twill Scarf Bleu Pale Rose Beige

HERMES silk LE CARNAVAL DES ANIMAUX 90 Twill Scarf Bleu Pale Rose Beige

By Hermès

Located in Zürich, CH

100% authentic Hermès Le Carnaval des Animaux 90 scarf by Thibaut Huchard in pale blue silk twill (100%) with contrasting coral pink hem and details pink, beige, khaki and yellow.

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2010s French Scarves

HERMES silk LE CARNAVAL DES ANIMAUX 90 Twill Scarf Rose Pale Vert Jaune
HERMES silk LE CARNAVAL DES ANIMAUX 90 Twill Scarf Rose Pale Vert Jaune

HERMES silk LE CARNAVAL DES ANIMAUX 90 Twill Scarf Rose Pale Vert Jaune

By Hermès

Located in Zürich, CH

100% authentic Hermès Le Carnaval des Animaux 90 scarf by Thibaut Huchard in pale pink silk twill (100%) with contrasting green hem and details in yellow, orange, blue, khaki and tau...

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2010s French Scarves

HERMÈS scarf   Le Carnaval de Venise
HERMÈS scarf   Le Carnaval de Venise

HERMÈS scarf Le Carnaval de Venise

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H 35.44 in W 35.44 in

HERMÈS scarf Le Carnaval de Venise

By Hermès

Located in Rubiera, RE

HERMÈS scarf LE CARNAVAL DE VENISE Silk twill jacquard scarf Designed by Hubert de Watrigant 1st edition 1993 Copyright Composition label not present Hand rolled hem Colors: blue, w...

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1990s French Scarves

Hermes Carré scarf " Le carnaval de Venise"
Hermes Carré scarf " Le carnaval de Venise"

Hermes Carré scarf " Le carnaval de Venise"

By Hermès

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Hermes Carré scarf in silk with handmade hem . Size 87cm X 87 cm

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Early 2000s French Scarves

Auth. Hermès Scarf Le Carnaval des Animaux - Multicolour New Care Tag
Auth. Hermès Scarf Le Carnaval des Animaux - Multicolour New Care Tag

Auth. Hermès Scarf Le Carnaval des Animaux - Multicolour New Care Tag

By Hermès

Located in Ottawa, CA

Le Carnaval des Animaux - Multicolour - NWCTS - 2503240859 Brand: Hermès Type/Model: Carré 90 Silk Twill Artist: Thibaut Huchard Size: 90 cm x 90 cm / 35 in x 35 in Color: Multicolo...

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2010s French Scarves

Auth. Hermès Scarf Le Carnaval des Animaux - Multicolour New Care Tag
Auth. Hermès Scarf Le Carnaval des Animaux - Multicolour New Care Tag

Auth. Hermès Scarf Le Carnaval des Animaux - Multicolour New Care Tag

By Hermès

Located in Ottawa, CA

Le Carnaval des Animaux - Multicolour - NWCTS - 2503240859 Brand: Hermès Type/Model: Carré 90 Silk Twill Artist: Thibaut Huchard Size: 90 cm x 90 cm / 35 in x 35 in Color: Multicolo...

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2010s French Scarves

Hermes Le Carnaval De Venise by H de Watrigant  Silk Scarf
Hermes Le Carnaval De Venise by H de Watrigant  Silk Scarf

Hermes Le Carnaval De Venise by H de Watrigant Silk Scarf

By Hermès

Located in Paris, FR

Hermes "Le Carnaval de Venise" by Hubert de Watrigant silk scarf featuring an ochre border a jacquard in the ground and a Hermès signature.

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1990s French Scarves

HERMES pale pink silk LE CARNAVAL DE VENISE 90 Jacquard Scarf
HERMES pale pink silk LE CARNAVAL DE VENISE 90 Jacquard Scarf

HERMES pale pink silk LE CARNAVAL DE VENISE 90 Jacquard Scarf

By Hermès

Located in Zürich, CH

100% authentic Hermès 'Le Carnaval de Venise 90' scarf by Hubert de Watrigant in beige and pink silk jacquard (100%) with details in mint, geen, yellow and brown.

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2010s French Scarves

Hermès Cashmere Shawl Scarf Carnaval de Venise Venezia Fetes Venitiennes 54'
Hermès Cashmere Shawl Scarf Carnaval de Venise Venezia Fetes Venitiennes 54'

Hermès Cashmere Shawl Scarf Carnaval de Venise Venezia Fetes Venitiennes 54'

By Hermès

Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique

Absolutely Gorgeous Authentic Hermès Shawl Super Rare, this print is hard to find in cashmere shawl Print: "VENEZIA" Also known as "Le Carnaval de Venise" and "Fêtes Vénitiennes"...

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Late 20th Century Unknown Scarves

Hermes "Le Carnaval de Venise" Silk Scarf, 1993
Hermes "Le Carnaval de Venise" Silk Scarf, 1993

Hermes "Le Carnaval de Venise" Silk Scarf, 1993

By Hubert de Watrigant, Hermès

Located in Alford, MA

A beautiful example of why Hermes scarves are valued for their beauty and design, this one is rendered in shades of dark green against warmer tones. The composition is an interplay o...

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1990s French Scarves

Hermes Carnaval de Venise
Hermes Carnaval de Venise

Hermes Carnaval de Venise

By Hermès

Located in Houston, TX

Article Title: Carnaval de Venise Fabric: Silk 100% Size: 35x35 in - 90x90 cm Condition: Excellent

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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Scarves

Hermes Scarf Carnaval de Venise
Hermes Scarf Carnaval de Venise

Hermes Scarf Carnaval de Venise

By Hermès

Located in Houston, TX

Article Title: Carnaval de Venise Fabric: Silk 100% Size: 35x35 in - 90x90 cm Condition: Excellent

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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Scarves

Hermes Scarf Carnaval de Venise
Hermes Scarf Carnaval de Venise

Hermes Scarf Carnaval de Venise

By Hermès

Located in Houston, TX

Article Title: Carnaval de Venise Fabric: Silk 100% Size: 35x35 in - 90x90 cm Condition: Excellent

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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Scarves

Hermes Scarf - Carnaval De Venise
Hermes Scarf - Carnaval De Venise

Hermes Scarf - Carnaval De Venise

By Hermès

Located in Houston, TX

Article Title:Le Carnaval De Venise Fabric: Silk 100% Color:Green / Yellow Size: 35x35 in - 90x90 cm Condition: Excellent

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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Scarves

Hermes Scarf - Carnaval de Venise
Hermes Scarf - Carnaval de Venise

Hermes Scarf - Carnaval de Venise

By Hermès

Located in Houston, TX

Article Title: Carnaval de Venise Fabric: Silk 100% Size: 35x35 in - 90x90 cm Condition: Very Good, slight spot upper right side

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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Scarves

Hermes Carre 90 Foulard Scarf 'Carnaval de Venise'
Hermes Carre 90 Foulard Scarf 'Carnaval de Venise'

Hermes Carre 90 Foulard Scarf 'Carnaval de Venise'

By Hermès

Located in Antwerp, BE

Lovely Hermes scarf made from 100% silk, named 'Le Carnaval de Venise' in Renaissance colors like royal blue, forest green and apple red.

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21st Century and Contemporary French Scarves

Hermes Vintage Multicolor Jacquard Silk Le Carnaval de Venise Scarf
Hermes Vintage Multicolor Jacquard Silk Le Carnaval de Venise Scarf

Hermes Vintage Multicolor Jacquard Silk Le Carnaval de Venise Scarf

By Hermès

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

An essential Hermès accessory, the label's scarves are as iconic as any other creation from the brand and are collector's favorites. This rendition is carefully cut from luxurious si...

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2010s Scarves

Hermes Multicolor Le Carnaval de Denise Printed Silk Square Scarf
Hermes Multicolor Le Carnaval de Denise Printed Silk Square Scarf

Hermes Multicolor Le Carnaval de Denise Printed Silk Square Scarf

By Hermès

Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2

An essential Hermès accessory, the label's scarves are as iconic as any other creation from the brand and are collector's favorites. This rendition is carefully cut from luxurious si...

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2010s Italian Scarves

Hermès Le Carnaval de Venise Silk Scarf- 90 cm
Hermès Le Carnaval de Venise Silk Scarf- 90 cm

Hermès Le Carnaval de Venise Silk Scarf- 90 cm

By Hermès, Hubert de Watrigant

Located in Malibu, CA

Hermès Le Carnaval de Venise 90 cm silk scarf- NEW The highly collectible print by artist Hubert de Watrigant was released in 1993.

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21st Century and Contemporary French Scarves

Hermes Scarf Le Carnaval De Venise
Hermes Scarf Le Carnaval De Venise

Hermes Scarf Le Carnaval De Venise

By Hermès

Located in Houston, TX

Article Title: Le Carnaval De Venise Fabric: Silk 100% Size: 35x35 in - 90x90 cm Condition: Good

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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Scarves

Vintage Hermes Vest Le Carnaval De Venice
Vintage Hermes Vest Le Carnaval De Venice

Vintage Hermes Vest Le Carnaval De Venice

By Hermès

Located in Hamburg, Deutschland

90's Hermes Silk Vest Le Carnaval De Venice. Gold Hermes signature snap closure buttons.

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1990s French Vests

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Hermes Carnaval For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate vintage or contemporary hermes carnaval for your needs in our varied inventory. Many people prefer Brown, but fashion is all about individuality — you can find Beige, Purple and more options on these pages. Finding the perfect hermes carnaval may mean sifting through those that were made during different time periods — popular versions were made as early as the 20th Century and a newer one, made as recently as the 21st Century, can also be found on the site. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking these accessories, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Hermes Carnaval?

Prices for a hermes carnaval can differ depending upon size, designer and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $295 and can go as high as $4,139, while, on average they fetch $379.

Hermès for sale on 1stDibs

For Hermès, what began as a maker of leather equestrian goods for European noblemen would eventually grow into one of the most storied fashion labels in the world. In 1837, German-born French entrepreneur Thierry Hermès opened a saddle and harness purveyor in Paris. Gradually, the house extended into accessories and luggage for its riders, and today, in paying homage to its origins, the family-run luxury brand resurfaces horse motifs in everything from clothing and modernist jewelry to pillows and handbags.

The first top-handled bag ever produced by Hermès was the Haut à courroies, which made its debut in 1892. A tall bag secured with a folded leather flap (fastened with bridle-inspired straps), it was designed to transport riding boots and a harness.

As the world made the switch from horse to automobile, the bag adapted, becoming a multifunctional travel satchel instead of a designated saddlebag. Today, 120 years later, the HAC remains in Hermès’s line — and its distinctive flap and clasping straps have laid the groundwork for some of the house’s other iconic bags.

In the 1930s, Robert Dumas (son-in-law to Émile-Maurice Hermès, Thierry’s grandson) designed a smaller, trapezoidal take on the flap bag with a handle and two side straps. Later, actress Grace Kelly, then engaged to Prince Rainier of Monaco, is said to have used one of these bags to conceal her pregnancy during the 1950s. Because she was photographed constantly, the coverage catapulted her handbag to international popularity.

In 1977, Hermès officially renamed the model for her, and the Kelly bag was born. Each Kelly bag takes between 18 and 25 hours to produce, and its 680 hand stitches owe solely to one Hermès artisan.

Robert Dumas was also responsible for another one of the brand’s most iconic offerings: the launch of its first silk scarf on the occasion of Hermès’s 100th anniversary in 1937. Based on a woodblock designed by Dumas and printed on Chinese silk, the accessory was an immediate hit.

Today, vintage Hermès scarves, typically adorned in rich colors and elaborate patterns, serve many functions, just as they did back then. Well-heeled women wear it on their heads, around their necks and, in a genius piece of cross-promotion, tied to the straps of their Hermès bags. Kelly even once used one as a sling for her broken arm.

In 1981, Robert Dumas’s son Jean-Louis Dumas, then Hermès chairman, found himself sitting next to French actress and musician Jane Birkin on a plane, where she was complaining about finding a suitable carryall for the necessary accoutrements of motherhood. After the two travelers were properly introduced, Birkin helped design Jean-Louis’s most famous contribution to the Hermès canon: the Birkin bag, a roomy, square catchall with the HAC’s trademark leather flap top and the addition of a lock and key.

Owing to the brand’s legendary commitment to deft, handcrafted construction, the Birkin is an investment that is coveted by collectors everywhere.

While the Kelly and Birkin may be standouts, gracing the arms of everyone from royal heiresses to hip-hop stars in the past few decades, the handbags are but a small part of Hermès’s fashion offerings.

Since the 1920s, the brand has produced some of the most desirable leather goods in the world. There’s the Constance bag, a favorite of Jacqueline Kennedy, the recently relaunched 1970s-era Evelyne and, on the vintage market, a slew of designs dating back to the 1920s.

Good design never goes out of style. Find a variety of vintage Hermès handbags, day dresses, shoes and more on 1stDibs.

Finding the Right Scarves for You

We’ve long had a love affair with vintage and designer scarves. Every glamorous go-to ensemble deserves the lightweight finishing touch that can be added with this stylish, versatile accessory.

Scarves have held a distinctive place in the evolution of formal and casual wear for centuries. And although now firmly entrenched in western culture, the origins of this neckwear are global.

Egyptian Queen Nefertiti is known to have worn a finely woven scarf with a headdress, and Emperor Cheng of the Chinese Han dynasty presided over an army of warriors whose scarves denoted their rank. The idea of scarves as status symbols still persists; for example, silk scarves, which were favored by the upper class during the reign of Queen Victoria, are an out-of-reach luxury item, cost prohibitive for many consumers. However, the increasing diversity of available materials over the years has rendered this adornment more accessible since their early days.

Luxury houses and various designers helped elevate scarves and long, flowing wraps as a desirable fashion accessory during the 20th century.

Visionary Italian designer Emilio Puccithe first fashion designer to enter the lifestyle market — introduced abstractions and dazzling psychedelic elements to scarves, while mid-century era multidisciplinary American artist Vera Neumann drew on Japanese techniques to create exuberant textile designs based on her paintings and drawings.

Established in Paris in 1837, Hermès didn’t start creating their famously decorative scarves until 100 years later, in 1937. Before long, the Hermès scarf, then crafted from strong imported Chinese silk, became an iconic work favored by actresses such as Audrey Hepburn and Grace Kelly, a lifetime enthusiast of the family-owned brand. Hermès has produced over 2,000 different scarf designs in the decades since Robert Dumas, Émile-Maurice Hermès’s son-in-law, crafted the first one.

On 1stDibs, find a broad selection of vintage scarves that includes flamboyant and colorful accessories designed by Chanel, Yves Saint Laurent and more.