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Vintage Hermès Paperweight Ruler Silver-plate Leather  Desk Accessory 1970's
Vintage Hermès Paperweight Ruler Silver-plate Leather  Desk Accessory 1970's

Vintage Hermès Paperweight Ruler Silver-plate Leather Desk Accessory 1970's

By Hermès

Located in Lausanne, CH

Vintage Hermès, Paris, an elegant desk accessory. The paperweight is in the shape of a decimal

Category

Vintage 1970s French Modern Paperweights

Materials

Silver Plate

Hermes Equestrian Desk Notepad, Silver-plated, Desk Accessorie
Hermes Equestrian Desk Notepad, Silver-plated, Desk Accessorie

Hermes Equestrian Desk Notepad, Silver-plated, Desk Accessorie

By Hermès

Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos

stunning desk accessory was made by the luxury French retailer, Hermès. Designed and crafted in France in

Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Desk Sets

Materials

Brass

Hermes Equestrian Desk Tray, 1960s France
Hermes Equestrian Desk Tray, 1960s France

Hermes Equestrian Desk Tray, 1960s France

By Hermès

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Elegant silver Hermès desk tray with a detailed horse head handle in solid metal. Hermès Paris

Category

Vintage 1960s French Desk Sets

Materials

Metal

Hermes Vintage Leather and Bronze Desk Magnifying Glass
Hermes Vintage Leather and Bronze Desk Magnifying Glass

Hermes Vintage Leather and Bronze Desk Magnifying Glass

By Hermès

Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA

Vintage Hermes Leather and Bronze Desk Magnifying Glass Elegant gilt bronze magnifying glass with

Category

20th Century French Art Deco Desk Sets

Materials

Bronze

Hermès desk magnifying glass, Paris, France, ca. 1960-1970
Hermès desk magnifying glass, Paris, France, ca. 1960-1970

Hermès desk magnifying glass, Paris, France, ca. 1960-1970

By Hermès

Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA

Hermès Paris Desk Magnifying Glass, France, ca. 1960-1970 Impressive large-format magnifying glass

Category

20th Century French Post-Modern Desk Sets

Materials

Metal

Hermes Paris desk set in black leather and silver metal
Hermes Paris desk set in black leather and silver metal

Hermes Paris desk set in black leather and silver metal

By Hermès

Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA

Hermes Paris desk set in black leather and silver metal Desk set consisting of a stationery holder

Category

20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Desk Sets

Materials

Metal

HERMES PARIS 1940 Desk Round Box In Gilt Bronze Nickel Plated & Leather
HERMES PARIS 1940 Desk Round Box In Gilt Bronze Nickel Plated & Leather

HERMES PARIS 1940 Desk Round Box In Gilt Bronze Nickel Plated & Leather

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

A round desk-box designed by Hermès Paris. This is a rare round desk-box created in Paris France

Category

Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Desk Sets

Materials

Silver, Bronze

Hermes Paris 1960 Vintage Horse Motif Desk Magnifier Glass in Silver
Hermes Paris 1960 Vintage Horse Motif Desk Magnifier Glass in Silver

Hermes Paris 1960 Vintage Horse Motif Desk Magnifier Glass in Silver

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

Desk magnifier glass designed by Hermes. Fabulous and highly decorative piece, created in Paris

Category

Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Paperweights

Materials

Silver, Silver Plate

Hermes Paris 1960 Vintage Modernist Desk Box Round Covered Dish In silver
Hermes Paris 1960 Vintage Modernist Desk Box Round Covered Dish In silver

Hermes Paris 1960 Vintage Modernist Desk Box Round Covered Dish In silver

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

, created in Paris France by the luxury house of Hermes, back in the 1960. This useful desk covered dish is

Category

Vintage 1960s French Modern Desk Sets

Materials

Silver

Two 20th Century Art Deco Hermes Paris Desk Set Pieces circa 1930-1935
Two 20th Century Art Deco Hermes Paris Desk Set Pieces circa 1930-1935

Two 20th Century Art Deco Hermes Paris Desk Set Pieces circa 1930-1935

By Hermès

Located in London, GB

Two beautiful and desirable vintage desk pieces by the most famous luxury brand, the crocodile skin

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Desk Sets

Materials

Crocodile

Hermes Tape Dispenser
Hermes Tape Dispenser

Hermes Tape Dispenser

By Hermès

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Classic vintage Hermès tape dispenser in silver with a brass belt buckle detail. Hermès PARIS, Made

Category

Vintage 1980s French Desk Sets

Materials

Metal

Hermes Mail Holder, 1960s France
Hermes Mail Holder, 1960s France

Hermes Mail Holder, 1960s France

By Hermès

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Beautiful metal Hermes letter holder. Perfect on your desk and great collectible Hermes piece

Category

Vintage 1960s French Desk Sets

Materials

Metal

1940s Paul Dupré-Lafon for Hermès Rare Desk Pieces- Set of 4
1940s Paul Dupré-Lafon for Hermès Rare Desk Pieces- Set of 4

1940s Paul Dupré-Lafon for Hermès Rare Desk Pieces- Set of 4

By Hermès, Paul Dupré-Lafon

Located in St.Petersburg, FL

-Lafon for Hermès. This is an investment grade set that will likely continue to rise in value. Tray with

Category

Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Desk Sets

Materials

Metal

Vintage Midcentury Hermès Lizard Pocket Agenda
Vintage Midcentury Hermès Lizard Pocket Agenda

Vintage Midcentury Hermès Lizard Pocket Agenda

By Hermès

Located in Chicago, IL

Vintage midcentury Hermès natural lizard skin pocket agenda, France, 1960s.

Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Desk Sets

Materials

Lizard

Hermes Pheasant Letter Opener, 1960s France
Hermes Pheasant Letter Opener, 1960s France

Hermes Pheasant Letter Opener, 1960s France

By Hermès

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A stunning and eclectic addition to your office or display, this silver plated Hermès letter opener

Category

Vintage 1960s French More Desk Accessories

Materials

Metal, Silver

Hermes Equestrian Magnifying Loupe, 1970s France
Hermes Equestrian Magnifying Loupe, 1970s France

Hermes Equestrian Magnifying Loupe, 1970s France

By Hermès

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A remarkable piece to elevate any office, and an essential addition to your vintage Hermès

Category

Vintage 1970s French Desk Sets

Materials

Metal, Silver

Hermes Desktop Magnifier Paperweight in Silver, 1960s
Hermes Desktop Magnifier Paperweight in Silver, 1960s

Hermes Desktop Magnifier Paperweight in Silver, 1960s

By Hermès

Located in Brooklyn, NY

Vintage Hermes Paris magnifying glass desk accessory with domed lens ensconced in a silver frame

Category

Vintage 1960s French Modern Paperweights

Materials

Sterling Silver

Hermes Golf Ball Magnifying Loupe, 1960s France
Hermes Golf Ball Magnifying Loupe, 1960s France

Hermes Golf Ball Magnifying Loupe, 1960s France

By Hermès

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This vintage Hermes magnifying glass/loupe is a beautiful personality piece that is ideal for a

Category

Vintage 1960s French Paperweights

Materials

Metal

Hermès Paris Mahogany Stationery / Correspondence Box, 1988
Hermès Paris Mahogany Stationery / Correspondence Box, 1988

Hermès Paris Mahogany Stationery / Correspondence Box, 1988

By Hermès

Located in London, GB

Hermès Paris Mahogany Stationery / Correspondence Box, 1988 This refined Hermès correspondence

Category

Vintage 1980s French Desk Sets

Materials

Brass

Vintage Hermes Note Paper, 1980s France
Vintage Hermes Note Paper, 1980s France

Vintage Hermes Note Paper, 1980s France

By Hermès

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Original and unopened Hermes note paper with gold gilded edge paper. Hermes logo on the top of the

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Desk Sets

Materials

Paper

Hermès Equestrian Paper Weight, 1960s France
Hermès Equestrian Paper Weight, 1960s France

Hermès Equestrian Paper Weight, 1960s France

By Hermès

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Elegant silver plates Hermès paper weight/ reading guide with a detailed horse head handle in solid

Category

Vintage 1960s French Desk Sets

Materials

Metal

Hermes Equestrian Paper Holder, 1960s France
Hermes Equestrian Paper Holder, 1960s France

Hermes Equestrian Paper Holder, 1960s France

By Hermès

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Substantial Hermès paper holder with a detailed horse head handle in solid metal. Hermès Paris

Category

Vintage 1960s French Desk Sets

Materials

Metal

Vintage Hermes Anchor - Nautical - Boating Paperweight 1960´s
Vintage Hermes Anchor - Nautical - Boating Paperweight 1960´s

Vintage Hermes Anchor - Nautical - Boating Paperweight 1960´s

By Hermès

Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos

distinguished vintage desk accessory, crafted from chromed metal, from around the mid-20th century, reflecting

Category

Late 20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Paperweights

Materials

Bronze

HERMES PARIS 1935 Art-Deco Round Box And Trays Desk Set In .950 Sterling Silver
HERMES PARIS 1935 Art-Deco Round Box And Trays Desk Set In .950 Sterling Silver

HERMES PARIS 1935 Art-Deco Round Box And Trays Desk Set In .950 Sterling Silver

By Ravinet D' Enfert, Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

A five-pieces desk set designed by Hermès Paris. This is a very rare desk-set created in Paris

Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Desk Sets

Materials

Sterling Silver, Silver

Hermes Equestrian Giant Paper Clip, 1960s France
Hermes Equestrian Giant Paper Clip, 1960s France

Hermes Equestrian Giant Paper Clip, 1960s France

By Hermès

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Substantial Hermès paper clip with a detailed horse head handle in solid metal. Hermès Paris

Category

Vintage 1960s French Desk Sets

Materials

Metal

HERMES PARIS 1970 Desk Cylinders Lighter & Cigarettes Box In Gilt And Sterling
HERMES PARIS 1970 Desk Cylinders Lighter & Cigarettes Box In Gilt And Sterling

HERMES PARIS 1970 Desk Cylinders Lighter & Cigarettes Box In Gilt And Sterling

By Louis Ravinet and Charles D'Enfert 1, Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

A desk set of lighter and cigarettes case designed by Hermes Paris. This is a very handsome smoker

Category

Vintage 1970s French Mid-Century Modern Desk Sets

Materials

Silver, Gold

Vintage Midcentury Hermès Red Ostrich Pocket Agenda with Pen
Vintage Midcentury Hermès Red Ostrich Pocket Agenda with Pen

Vintage Midcentury Hermès Red Ostrich Pocket Agenda with Pen

By Hermès

Located in Chicago, IL

Vintage midcentury Hermès red ostrich pocket agenda with attached pen, 1960s France.

Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Desk Sets

Materials

Ostrich Leather

1950s Style of Hermès Distressed Leather Note Pad Holder
1950s Style of Hermès Distressed Leather Note Pad Holder

1950s Style of Hermès Distressed Leather Note Pad Holder

By Hermès

Located in Chula Vista, CA

French style of Hermes leather wrapped wood memo note pad holder desk accessory vintage circa 1950s

Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories

Materials

Leather, Wood

Vintage Hermès Black Alligator Agenda with Pen & Pages, 1961
Vintage Hermès Black Alligator Agenda with Pen & Pages, 1961

Vintage Hermès Black Alligator Agenda with Pen & Pages, 1961

By Hermès

Located in Chicago, IL

Vintage Hermès black alligator agenda with attached pen and original blank pages for the first

Category

Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Desk Sets

Materials

Alligator

Hermès Ink Blotter by Dupre-Lafon, 1970s France
Hermès Ink Blotter by Dupre-Lafon, 1970s France

Hermès Ink Blotter by Dupre-Lafon, 1970s France

By Hermès

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Beautiful Hermès ink blotter by Dupre-Lafon. Made with thick tanned cowhide and finished with a

Category

Vintage 1970s French Desk Sets

Materials

Brass

Set of 3 Hermes Place Card Holders, 1990s France
Set of 3 Hermes Place Card Holders, 1990s France

Set of 3 Hermes Place Card Holders, 1990s France

By Hermès

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Beautiful set of Hermès place card holders. Hermès stamped on the slide-out base which supports the

Category

1990s French Desk Sets

Materials

Metal

1950s Style of Hermès Distressed Leather Memo Note Pad Holder
1950s Style of Hermès Distressed Leather Memo Note Pad Holder

1950s Style of Hermès Distressed Leather Memo Note Pad Holder

By Hermès

Located in Chula Vista, CA

French style of Hermes leather wrapped wood memo note pad holder desk accessory vintage circa 1950s

Category

Vintage 1950s French Mid-Century Modern More Desk Accessories

Materials

Leather, Wood

Hermes Wood and Leather Business Card Holder, 2000s France
Hermes Wood and Leather Business Card Holder, 2000s France

Hermes Wood and Leather Business Card Holder, 2000s France

By Hermès

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Hermès wood and leather business card holder. Made in France. Minimalist design. Dark hardwood body

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Desk Sets

Materials

Leather, Wood

Custom Leather Writing Desk Pad by PARIONE, Gilt Embossed, Italy, 1990
Custom Leather Writing Desk Pad by PARIONE, Gilt Embossed, Italy, 1990

Custom Leather Writing Desk Pad by PARIONE, Gilt Embossed, Italy, 1990

By Hermès

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

blotter dating to the late 20th century, circa 1990. This luxurious desk accessory will add a touch of

Category

Late 20th Century Italian Baroque Desk Sets

Materials

Leather

Mid 20th Century Hermes Horse Head Magnifying Glass, France, Circa 1960
Mid 20th Century Hermes Horse Head Magnifying Glass, France, Circa 1960

Mid 20th Century Hermes Horse Head Magnifying Glass, France, Circa 1960

By Hermès

Located in London, GB

Hermes mark on the base make it an exquisite addition to your collection or desk. Embrace the timeless

Category

Mid-20th Century French Paperweights

Materials

Glass

Hermes Paris 1970 Modernist Purse Pencil In 18Kt Gold And .925 Sterling Silver
Hermes Paris 1970 Modernist Purse Pencil In 18Kt Gold And .925 Sterling Silver

Hermes Paris 1970 Modernist Purse Pencil In 18Kt Gold And .925 Sterling Silver

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

A purse pencil designed by Hermes. Very sleek and useful purse pencil, created in Paris France by

Category

Vintage 1970s French Post-Modern Desk Sets

Materials

Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

Hermes Horse / Equestrian Letter Opener, 1960s France
Hermes Horse / Equestrian Letter Opener, 1960s France

Hermes Horse / Equestrian Letter Opener, 1960s France

By Hermès

Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos

Hermes Equestrian Letter Opener, 1960s France. Sleek Hermès letter opener in solid metal. Hermès

Category

Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Letter Openers

Materials

Bronze

Hermes Horse Head / Equestrian Letter Opener, 1960s France
Hermes Horse Head / Equestrian Letter Opener, 1960s France

Hermes Horse Head / Equestrian Letter Opener, 1960s France

By Hermès

Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos

Hermes Equestrian Letter Opener, 1960s France. Sleek Hermès letter opener with a detailed horse

Category

Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Letter Openers

Materials

Bronze

Hermes Horse Head / Equestrian Letter Opener, 1960s France
Hermes Horse Head / Equestrian Letter Opener, 1960s France

Hermes Horse Head / Equestrian Letter Opener, 1960s France

By Hermès

Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos

Hermes Equestrian Letter Opener, 1960s France. Sleek Hermès letter opener with a detailed horse

Category

Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Letter Openers

Materials

Bronze

Art Deco Luxury Saddle Leather and Brass Desk Set, Italy, 1960
Art Deco Luxury Saddle Leather and Brass Desk Set, Italy, 1960

Art Deco Luxury Saddle Leather and Brass Desk Set, Italy, 1960

By Hermès, Jacques Adnet

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

letter opener. Classic 3-piece leather desk set in the style of Jacques Adnet, French Hermes designer

Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Desk Sets

Materials

Metal, Brass

Hermès Paris Silver Pencil Holder
Hermès Paris Silver Pencil Holder

Hermès Paris Silver Pencil Holder

By Hermès

Located in New York, NY

Hermès Paris Silver Pencil Holder A sleek desk essential by Hermès, blending minimalist design with

Category

Vintage 1980s Modern Desk Accessories

Materials

Silver Plate

Mid-20h Century Golden Brass and Leather Letter Opener/Knife by Hermès, France
Mid-20h Century Golden Brass and Leather Letter Opener/Knife by Hermès, France

Mid-20h Century Golden Brass and Leather Letter Opener/Knife by Hermès, France

By Hermès

Located in North Miami, FL

Mid-20h century golden brass and leather letter opener/knife by the luxury design house Hermès

Category

Mid-20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Letter Openers

Materials

Metal, Brass, Copper, Zinc

Hermes Paperweight in Solid Silver Caduceus
Hermes Paperweight in Solid Silver Caduceus

Hermes Paperweight in Solid Silver Caduceus

By Hermès

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Hermes -Paperweight in solid silver representing a caduceus. Additional information: Dimensions

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Vintage 1970s French Desk Accessories

Materials

Silver

Hermès Paris Silver “Jeton J. Sallin” Coin Card Holder
Hermès Paris Silver “Jeton J. Sallin” Coin Card Holder

Hermès Paris Silver “Jeton J. Sallin” Coin Card Holder

By Hermès

Located in New York, NY

distinguished addition to any desk or collection. Details: – Creator: Hermès – Origin: France – Date: 1970

Category

Vintage 1970s Modern Desk Accessories

Materials

Silver

Hermès, Scissors Equestrian Horse Head in Silver Plate, 1960's-1970's Paris
Hermès, Scissors Equestrian Horse Head in Silver Plate, 1960's-1970's Paris

Hermès, Scissors Equestrian Horse Head in Silver Plate, 1960's-1970's Paris

By Hermès, Ravinet D' Enfert

Located in Lausanne, CH

An elegant pair of scissors designed and retailed by Hermès, manufactured by silversmiths Ravinet

Category

Vintage 1970s French Modern Desk Sets

Materials

Silver Plate, Stainless Steel

Hermès Paris Bamboo Wood Post-it Holder Pair – With Refill
Hermès Paris Bamboo Wood Post-it Holder Pair – With Refill

Hermès Paris Bamboo Wood Post-it Holder Pair – With Refill

By Hermès

Located in New York, NY

A rare and elegant desk accessory set by Hermès Paris, this pair of post-it holders showcases a

Category

Vintage 1980s Desk Accessories

Hermès Paris Horse Head Letter Opener, Designed by Ravinet Denfert
Hermès Paris Horse Head Letter Opener, Designed by Ravinet Denfert

Hermès Paris Horse Head Letter Opener, Designed by Ravinet Denfert

By Hermès

Located in New York, NY

A gesture of elegance, cast in silver. This sculptural letter opener, designed for Hermès by

Category

Vintage 1970s Modern Desk Accessories

Materials

Silver Plate

Hermes Paperweight Leather and Gold Plate Belt Buckle
Hermes Paperweight Leather and Gold Plate Belt Buckle

Hermes Paperweight Leather and Gold Plate Belt Buckle

By Hermès

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Hermes -Paperweight leather and gold plate representing a belt buckle - personal item with a date

Category

Vintage 1970s French Desk Accessories

Materials

Gilt Metal

Italian 1960s Green Leather and Brass Paper Clip
Italian 1960s Green Leather and Brass Paper Clip

Italian 1960s Green Leather and Brass Paper Clip

By Hermès

Located in Milan, IT

Italian 1960s Green Leather and Brass Paper Clip in the style of Hermès

Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Paperweights

Materials

Brass

Hermes, Paris, Equestrian / Horse Head Letter Opener, c.1960
Hermes, Paris, Equestrian / Horse Head Letter Opener, c.1960

Hermes, Paris, Equestrian / Horse Head Letter Opener, c.1960

By Ravinet D' Enfert, Hermès

Located in Bath, GB

underside is signed by the famous French luxury design house established in 1837. Made for Hermes by the

Category

Vintage 1960s French Mid-Century Modern Letter Openers

Materials

Bronze

Equestrian Giant Paper Clip, 1960s France
Equestrian Giant Paper Clip, 1960s France

Equestrian Giant Paper Clip, 1960s France

By Hermès

Located in Los Angeles, CA

clip stamped by HERMES in a separate listing for 4x the price. This was definitely made by the same

Category

Vintage 1960s French Desk Sets

Materials

Metal

Hermcès Stirrup Shaped Pencil and cards Holder in Brass and Leather
Hermcès Stirrup Shaped Pencil and cards Holder in Brass and Leather

Hermcès Stirrup Shaped Pencil and cards Holder in Brass and Leather

By Hermès

Located in Autonomous City Buenos Aires, CABA

showvy and elegant piece for every desk No Hermès packaging

Category

20th Century French Mid-Century Modern Desk Sets

Materials

Bronze, Chrome

Hermes Leather Agenda Cover Day Planner
Hermes Leather Agenda Cover Day Planner

Hermes Leather Agenda Cover Day Planner

Located in Cypress, CA

Brand: Hermes Paris Made in France Logos / Tags: Hermes Paris embossed inside Condition

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20th Century French More Desk Accessories

Materials

Leather

Hermès Visionaire Limited Edition Case
Hermès Visionaire Limited Edition Case

Hermès Visionaire Limited Edition Case

By Hermès

Located in Chicago, IL

Visionaire collaboration with Herme's for issue #32. A set of 53 postcards in a leather shell

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French More Desk Accessories

Materials

Leather

Chrome Horse Bit in the Style of Hermes
Chrome Horse Bit in the Style of Hermes

Chrome Horse Bit in the Style of Hermes

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A decorative horse bit, used as a paper weight, in the style of Hermes. The sides of the bit are

Category

20th Century Paperweights

Materials

Chrome

Handcrafted Iron Horse Bit Paperweight in Gucci Style, 1970s
Handcrafted Iron Horse Bit Paperweight in Gucci Style, 1970s

Handcrafted Iron Horse Bit Paperweight in Gucci Style, 1970s

By Hermès, Gucci

Located in Round Top, TX

wonderful piece that would be great displayed above an oil painting or framed Hermès scarf with an

Category

Late 20th Century American American Classical Paperweights

Materials

Iron

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Hermes Desk Accessories For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are several options of hermes desk accessories available for sale. The range of distinct hermes desk accessories — often made from metal, silver and animal skin — can elevate any home. Hermes desk accessories have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Modern, Mid-Century Modern and Art Deco hermes desk accessories are consistently popular styles. Hermes desk accessories have been a part of the life’s work for many furniture makers, but those produced by Hermès, Ravinet d'Enfert and Contempra House are consistently popular.

How Much are Hermes Desk Accessories?

Prices for hermes desk accessories start at $86 and top out at $80,000 with the average selling for $1,498.

Finding the Right Desk-accessories for You

Whether you’ve carved out a space for a nifty home office or you prefer the morning commute, why not dress up your desk with antique and vintage desk accessories? To best tiptoe the line between desk efficiency and desk enjoyment, we suggest adding a touch of the past to your modern-day space.

Desks are a funny thing. Their basic premise has remained the same for quite literally centuries: a flat surface, oftentimes a drawer, and potentially a shelf or two. However, the contents that lay upon the desk? Well, the evolution has been drastic to say the least.

Thank the Victorians for the initial popularity of the paperweight. The Industrial Revolution offered the novel concept of leisure-time to Europeans, giving them more time to take part in the then crucial activity of letter writing. Decorative glass paperweight designs were all the rage, and during the mid-19th-century some of the most popular makers included the French companies of Baccarat, St. Louis and Clichy.

As paper was exceedingly expensive in the early to mid-19th-century, every effort was made to utilize a full sheet of it. Paper knives, which gave way to the modern letter opener, were helpful for cutting paper down to an appropriate size.

Books — those bound volumes of paper, you may recall — used to be common occurrences on desks of yore and where there were books there needed to be bookends. As a luxury item, bookend designs have run the gamut from incorporating ultra-luxurious materials (think marble and Murano glass) to being whimsical desk accompaniments (animal figurines were highly popular choices).

Though the inkwell’s extinction was ushered in by the advent of the ballpoint pen (itself quasi-obsolete at this point), there is still significant charm to be had from placing one of these bauble-like objets in a central spot on one’s desk. You may be surprised to discover the mood-boosting powers an antique — and purposefully empty — inkwell can provide.

The clamor for desk clocks arose as the Industrial Revolution transitioned labor from outdoors to indoors, and allowed for the mass-production of clock parts in factories. Naturally, elaborate designs soon followed and clocks could be found made by artisans and luxury houses like Cartier.

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