Skip to main content

Hermes Elephant Ashtray

Hermès "Elephant India" Ashtray
Hermès "Elephant India" Ashtray

Hermès "Elephant India" Ashtray

By Hermès

Located in West Hollywood, CA

This Hermès "Elephant India" Ashtray in porcelain is a classic accessory for any room.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Ashtrays

Hermès Baby Elephant Cigar Ashtray Change Tray Porcelain Gold
Hermès Baby Elephant Cigar Ashtray Change Tray Porcelain Gold

Hermès Baby Elephant Cigar Ashtray Change Tray Porcelain Gold

By Hermès

Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique

Adorable Authentic Hermès Ashtray Print: baby elephant Made in France Made of porcelain, edges and notches hand painted with fine yellow gold Colorways: raspberry pink, gold, bla...

Category

20th Century French Ashtrays

Hermès Vintage Porcelain Cigar Ashtray Change Tray Elephant India Asia
Hermès Vintage Porcelain Cigar Ashtray Change Tray Elephant India Asia

Hermès Vintage Porcelain Cigar Ashtray Change Tray Elephant India Asia

By Hermès

Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique

Absolutely Gorgeous Authentic Hermès Ashtray Print: Elephant dressed in his finest jewels Made in France Made of porcelain, edges and notches hand painted with fine gold Colorway...

Category

20th Century French Ashtrays

Recent Sales

Hermès Elephant Burgundy Ashtray
Hermès Elephant Burgundy Ashtray

Hermès Elephant Burgundy Ashtray

Sold

H 2 in W 6 in L 8 in

Hermès Elephant Burgundy Ashtray

By Hermès

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Hermès vintage ashtray in the main color burgundy.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Ashtrays

Hermès Porcelain Ashtray With Festooned Elephant
Hermès Porcelain Ashtray With Festooned Elephant

Hermès Porcelain Ashtray With Festooned Elephant

By Hermès

Located in Atlanta, GA

A beautifully exotic Hermès porcelain ashtray in shades of orange, pale blue, red, gray and gold depicting a detailed hand painted festooned elephant.

Category

Late 20th Century French Ashtrays

Hermès Elephant Print Cigar Ashtray Change Tray Butterflies Porcelain
Hermès Elephant Print Cigar Ashtray Change Tray Butterflies Porcelain

Hermès Elephant Print Cigar Ashtray Change Tray Butterflies Porcelain

By Hermès

Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique

Adorable Authentic Hermès Ashtray Print: Elephant and Butterflies Made in France Made of porcelain, edges and notches in platinum (silver-tone) Bottom covered with water green do...

Category

20th Century French Ashtrays

Hermès Set of Mask and Elephant Matching Ashtrays Porcelain Africa Theme
Hermès Set of Mask and Elephant Matching Ashtrays Porcelain Africa Theme

Hermès Set of Mask and Elephant Matching Ashtrays Porcelain Africa Theme

By Hermès

Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique

Lovely Authentic Set of 2 Hermès Ashtrays Print: Mask and Elephant African Spirit Made in France Vintage item Made of porcelain, edges and notches covered with fine gold The ba...

Category

20th Century French Ashtrays

Cute Hermès Porcelain Cigar Ashtray Change Tray Elephant in Porcelain Rare
Cute Hermès Porcelain Cigar Ashtray Change Tray Elephant in Porcelain Rare

Cute Hermès Porcelain Cigar Ashtray Change Tray Elephant in Porcelain Rare

By Hermès

Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique

Lovely Authentic Hermès Ashtray Print: rare and adorable baby elephant Made in France Vintage item Made of porcelain and shiny silvery edges Colorways: heather brown / heather ...

Category

20th Century French Ashtrays

Gorgeous Hermès Porcelain Cigar Ashtray Change Tray Elephant India Asia Rare
Gorgeous Hermès Porcelain Cigar Ashtray Change Tray Elephant India Asia Rare

Gorgeous Hermès Porcelain Cigar Ashtray Change Tray Elephant India Asia Rare

By Hermès

Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique

Absolutely Gorgeous Authentic Hermès Ashtray Pattern: Elephant dressed in his finery Made in France Vintage item Made of french limoges porcelain and golden edges Colorways: Wh...

Category

20th Century French Ashtrays

Hermès Vintage Porcelain Cigar Ashtray Change TrayElephant India Asia Rare
Hermès Vintage Porcelain Cigar Ashtray Change TrayElephant India Asia Rare

Hermès Vintage Porcelain Cigar Ashtray Change TrayElephant India Asia Rare

By Hermès

Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique

Absolutely Gorgeous Authentic Hermès Ashtray Pattern: Elephant elephant dressed in his finery Made in France Made of Porcelain with Golden Edges Bottom covered with beige Leather...

Category

20th Century French Ashtrays

Vintage Hermès Elephant Ashtray
Vintage Hermès Elephant Ashtray

Vintage Hermès Elephant Ashtray

Sold

H 2 in W 8 in D 6 in

Vintage Hermès Elephant Ashtray

By Hermès

Located in New York, NY

Vintage Hermès elephant ashtray.

Category

20th Century French Ashtrays

You May Also Like

Hermes Story BNIB Porcelain Ashtray
Hermes Story BNIB Porcelain Ashtray

Hermes Story BNIB Porcelain Ashtray

$899

H 1 in W 6 in L 8 in

Hermes Story BNIB Porcelain Ashtray

By Hermès

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Hermes new light blue, blue, red and green porcelain catchalls with Hermes story design. With original box.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Ashtrays

Hermès Chasse en Inde Porcelaine Ashtray
Hermès Chasse en Inde Porcelaine Ashtray

Hermès Chasse en Inde Porcelaine Ashtray

By Hermès

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Hermès "Chasse en Inde" Ashtray, is in 100% porcelain, stamped, with a gold trim. Features a hunting scene and has a protective felt bottom.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Ashtrays

Hermès Les Jardins d'Arménie Cigar Ashtray Cgange Tray Porcelain Gold Armenia
Hermès Les Jardins d'Arménie Cigar Ashtray Cgange Tray Porcelain Gold Armenia

Hermès Les Jardins d'Arménie Cigar Ashtray Cgange Tray Porcelain Gold Armenia

By Hermès

Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique

Somptuous Authentic Hermès Ashtray Print: "Les Jardins d'Arménie" (The Gardens of Armenia) Pattern: animals, flowers, columns, musician in the center Made in France Made of prin...

Category

Early 2000s French Ashtrays

Hermès Gold Porcelain Change Tray Ashtray Carnets d'Equateur Dallet
Hermès Gold Porcelain Change Tray Ashtray Carnets d'Equateur Dallet

Hermès Gold Porcelain Change Tray Ashtray Carnets d'Equateur Dallet

By Hermès

Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique

Rare and Gorgeous Authentic Hermès Change Tray Can be used as ashtray Print: "Carnets d'Equateur" Designed by Robert Dallet Theme: Africa, wild animals, jungle, leopard, parrots ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Ceramics

Hermès Cigar Ashtray Change Tray Porcelain Platinum Horse Print
Hermès Cigar Ashtray Change Tray Porcelain Platinum Horse Print

Hermès Cigar Ashtray Change Tray Porcelain Platinum Horse Print

By Hermès

Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique

Extremely Rare and Gorgeous Authentic Hermès Ashtray Print: Horse Theme: horse riding, rodeo Made in France Made of printed porcelain, notches covered with platinum (silver-tone)...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Ashtrays

Hermès Set of 2 Matching Ashtrays Russian Ballets Russia Porcelain Gold
Hermès Set of 2 Matching Ashtrays Russian Ballets Russia Porcelain Gold

Hermès Set of 2 Matching Ashtrays Russian Ballets Russia Porcelain Gold

By Hermès

Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique

Rare and Gorgeous Set of 2 Matching Hermès Ashtrays Print: Dancers These patterns come from the Silk Collection Scarf called "Les Ballets Russes" (the russian ballets); desinged by...

Category

20th Century French Ashtrays

Hermès Porcelain Cigar Ashtray Horses Galloping
Hermès Porcelain Cigar Ashtray Horses Galloping

Hermès Porcelain Cigar Ashtray Horses Galloping

$2,000

H 1.38 in W 6.36 in L 7.8 in

Hermès Porcelain Cigar Ashtray Horses Galloping

By Hermès

Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique

Extremely Rare and Gorgeous Authentic Hermès Ashtray Print: Horses galloping through water, with egrets, flamingos, and vegetation in the background. These landscapes are inspired ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Ashtrays

Hermès Porcelain Gold Cigar Ashtray Change Tray Pavement
Hermès Porcelain Gold Cigar Ashtray Change Tray Pavement

Hermès Porcelain Gold Cigar Ashtray Change Tray Pavement

By Hermès

Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique

Extremely Rare and Lovely Authentic Hermès Ashtray Print: "Pavement" This pattern was designed by Maurice Tranchant in 1970 The design is a breathtakingly beautiful micromosaic. T...

Category

20th Century French Ashtrays

Hermes BNIB Pegase Porcelain Ashtray
Hermes BNIB Pegase Porcelain Ashtray

Hermes BNIB Pegase Porcelain Ashtray

$899

H 1 in W 6 in L 8 in

Hermes BNIB Pegase Porcelain Ashtray

By Hermès

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Hermes white,blue,red and orange porcelain catchalls with Pegase design. New with original box.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Ashtrays

Hermès Porcelain Gold Ashtray Tray 3 Horses Print Late 20th Century
Hermès Porcelain Gold Ashtray Tray 3 Horses Print Late 20th Century

Hermès Porcelain Gold Ashtray Tray 3 Horses Print Late 20th Century

By Hermès

Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique

Extremely Rare and Gorgeous Authentic Hermès Ashtray Print: Three magnificently decked-out horses, looking as if they had stepped straight off a carousel Made in France Made of pr...

Category

Late 20th Century French Ashtrays

Hermès Vintage Cigar Ashtray Change Tray Hunting With Hounds in Porcelain
Hermès Vintage Cigar Ashtray Change Tray Hunting With Hounds in Porcelain

Hermès Vintage Cigar Ashtray Change Tray Hunting With Hounds in Porcelain

By Hermès

Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique

Rare and Beautiful Authentic Hermès Ashtray Pattern: Hunting with hounds / Horse Hunt Made in France Made of printed porcelain and golden edges Bottom covered with green leather ...

Category

20th Century French Ashtrays

Hermès Red & Gold Horse Ashtray
Hermès Red & Gold Horse Ashtray

Hermès Red & Gold Horse Ashtray

By Hermès

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Hermès Limoges porcelain Chevaux à la Couverture ashtray. Red, white and gold color combination. Minor wear on suede.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Ashtrays

A Stunning 20th Century Ceramic Ashtray By Hermès, France
A Stunning 20th Century Ceramic Ashtray By Hermès, France

A Stunning 20th Century Ceramic Ashtray By Hermès, France

By Hermès

Located in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent

This elegant ceramic ashtray by Hermès produced in France during the 20th century, exemplifies the House’s dedication to artistry and refinement. The piece features a graceful organi...

Category

20th Century French Other Ashtrays

Materials

Ceramic

Hermès "Equestrian Horse" Ledoux Ashtray
Hermès "Equestrian Horse" Ledoux Ashtray

Hermès "Equestrian Horse" Ledoux Ashtray

$899

H 1.8 in W 6 in L 7.5 in

Hermès "Equestrian Horse" Ledoux Ashtray

By Hermès

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Hermès "Equestrian Horse" Ashtray is in porcelain with stamp and gold trim, felt bottom, and features an equestrian scene.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Ashtrays

Exceptional Hermès Gold Porcelain Cigar Ashtray Change Tray Tigre Royal
Exceptional Hermès Gold Porcelain Cigar Ashtray Change Tray Tigre Royal

Exceptional Hermès Gold Porcelain Cigar Ashtray Change Tray Tigre Royal

By Hermès

Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique

Rare and Stunning Authentic Hermès Ashtray Print: "TIGRE ROYAL" Designed by Christiane Vauzelles Made in France Made of porcelain, leaves, edges and notches hand painted with fin...

Category

20th Century French Ashtrays

Hermès Vintage Cigar Ashtay Change Tray in Porcelain Columns Print
Hermès Vintage Cigar Ashtay Change Tray in Porcelain Columns Print

Hermès Vintage Cigar Ashtay Change Tray in Porcelain Columns Print

By Hermès

Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique

Beautiful and Rare Authentic Hermès Ashtray Patterned with columns Made in France Made of Printed Porcelain Colorways: Brick Orange-Red, Green, Purple, Golden "HERMÈS-PARIS" and...

Category

20th Century French Ashtrays

People Also Browsed

Amazing Russian Sable Coat, Double Breasted, 7/8 Coat with Fold Over Cuff
Amazing Russian Sable Coat, Double Breasted, 7/8 Coat with Fold Over Cuff

Amazing Russian Sable Coat, Double Breasted, 7/8 Coat with Fold Over Cuff

Located in Buchanan, MI

A Russian sable coat. Double breasted 7/8 sable coat with fold over cuff and a cape collar that can be worn closed around the neck or lower around the bust line. Labeled "Elan Furs"...

Category

Late 20th Century Russian Swing Coats

New Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent YSL Lotus Heels Final Collection 2004 Sz 37
New Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent YSL Lotus Heels Final Collection 2004 Sz 37

New Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent YSL Lotus Heels Final Collection 2004 Sz 37

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in Conroe, TX

Yves Saint Laurent Heels Brand New * Tom Ford Lotus Runway Ad Heels * This was his last collection for Yves Saint Laurent. He was inspired by the Chinese Collection of 1977... His Fi...

Category

Early 2000s Italian Shoes

Manolo Blahnik 2008 Silk Printed Mules With Turquoise Rhinestones, 5.5
Manolo Blahnik 2008 Silk Printed Mules With Turquoise Rhinestones, 5.5

Manolo Blahnik 2008 Silk Printed Mules With Turquoise Rhinestones, 5.5

By Manolo Blahnik

Located in North Miami, FL

This gorgeous pair of Manolo Blahnik pair of sexy mules have the most luscious silk printed design on them with chartreuse leather interior. The design is very Pucci esque. The turqu...

Category

Early 2000s Italian Shoes

Jean Paul Gaultier Vintage Wall and Flags Print Pants Trousers
Jean Paul Gaultier Vintage Wall and Flags Print Pants Trousers

Jean Paul Gaultier Vintage Wall and Flags Print Pants Trousers

By Jean Paul Gaultier

Located in Nice, FR

JEAN PAUL GAULTIER vintage pants trousers featuring a multi colored wall and flags print. These trousers feature : - Velvety touch material. - Front buttoning. - Front and back pock...

Category

20th Century Moroccan Pants

Vintage Chanel 2000s Black Patent Leather CC Logo Quilted Wristlet Micro Clutch
Vintage Chanel 2000s Black Patent Leather CC Logo Quilted Wristlet Micro Clutch

Vintage Chanel 2000s Black Patent Leather CC Logo Quilted Wristlet Micro Clutch

By Chanel

Located in San Francisco, CA

Vintage Chanel black patent leather mini wristlet purse from the 2003/2004 collection. A very rare model. Bag has square quilting throughout with CC logos, large CC logo at top. Dang...

Category

Early 2000s French Novelty Bags

Chanel Jumbo Matte Ombre Alligator Timeless Double Flap
Chanel Jumbo Matte Ombre Alligator Timeless Double Flap

Chanel Jumbo Matte Ombre Alligator Timeless Double Flap

By Chanel

Located in London, GB

Rare Item - Chanel Jumbo Matte Ombre Alligator Timeless Double Flap Bag iconic handbag crafted in Alligator skin and silver hardware. Red double front flap and signature 'CC' turn-...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Shoulder Bags

Hermes 1970s Haut À Courroies HAC 50 Black Gold Veau Grènè Travel Duffle Bag
Hermes 1970s Haut À Courroies HAC 50 Black Gold Veau Grènè Travel Duffle Bag

Hermes 1970s Haut À Courroies HAC 50 Black Gold Veau Grènè Travel Duffle Bag

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

- Black grained leather exterior - New handles ( Fresh from the Hermes spa ) - Stamped " Circle G " - 1977 - Comes with dust bag lock & key Base Of the Bag: 19.5 x 10.5 Heig...

Category

1970s Duffel Bags and Carry-On Bags

Victorian Embroidered Chinese Mantle Shawl
Victorian Embroidered Chinese Mantle Shawl

Victorian Embroidered Chinese Mantle Shawl

Located in New York, NY

Victorian Chinese Mantle Shawl created in the period with imported Chinese silk hand embroidered textiles. Hand trimmed with lavish fringe throughout with amazing elaborate hand embr...

Category

1880s Chinese Capes

New $24.000 Gucci Crocodile Dusty Turquoise Top Handle Shoulder Strap Medium Bag
New $24.000 Gucci Crocodile Dusty Turquoise Top Handle Shoulder Strap Medium Bag

New $24.000 Gucci Crocodile Dusty Turquoise Top Handle Shoulder Strap Medium Bag

By Gucci

Located in Montgomery, TX

New Gucci Crocodile Bamboo Top Handle Bag with Shoulder Strap F/W 2017 Collection, Size Medium. Dusty Turquoise Crocodile Leather, Top Handle Bag with Removable Crocodile Shoulder St...

Category

2010s Italian Top Handle Bags

New Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford Fall 2002 Size 38.5 / 8.5 Corset Heels YSL
New Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford Fall 2002 Size 38.5 / 8.5 Corset Heels YSL

New Yves Saint Laurent by Tom Ford Fall 2002 Size 38.5 / 8.5 Corset Heels YSL

By Yves Saint Laurent, Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent

Located in San Diego, CA

Step into early-2000s runway glamour with these ultra-rare vintage Yves Saint Laurent slingback heels from Tom Ford’s iconic Fall 2002 collection. Crafted in sumptuous yellow silk s...

Category

Early 2000s Italian Shoes

Gianni Versace Vintage Off White Leather Jacket with Fringe and Lacing , SS 2002
Gianni Versace Vintage Off White Leather Jacket with Fringe and Lacing , SS 2002

Gianni Versace Vintage Off White Leather Jacket with Fringe and Lacing , SS 2002

By Gianni Versace

Located in Water Mill, NY

A fabulous soft, supple, off white leather jacket from Gianni Versace. It is fitted with vertical seaming which is highlighted with intricate braiding plus 4" long fringe at the cuff...

Category

Early 2000s Italian Jackets

Vintage Tom Ford for Gucci S/S 1998 Red Crocodile Crystal G Sandals Shoes 40 C
Vintage Tom Ford for Gucci S/S 1998 Red Crocodile Crystal G Sandals Shoes 40 C

Vintage Tom Ford for Gucci S/S 1998 Red Crocodile Crystal G Sandals Shoes 40 C

By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci

Located in Montgomery, TX

Vintage Tom Ford for Gucci Red Crocodile Shoes Sandals S/S 1998 Collection Designer size 40 C - US 10 C Limited Edition, Genuine Crocodile, Crystal G on One Heel, Leather Insole & So...

Category

1990s Italian Sandals

Dolce & Gabbana Pink Green Geometric Print Lace up Sides Silk Dress 1990s
Dolce & Gabbana Pink Green Geometric Print Lace up Sides Silk Dress 1990s

Dolce & Gabbana Pink Green Geometric Print Lace up Sides Silk Dress 1990s

By Dolce & Gabbana

Located in Water Mill, NY

A beautiful silk dress in a pink and green geometric print from Dolce & Gabbana. The bodice is vertically boned, fitted through to the hips and has an attached matching pink adj...

Category

1990s Italian Day Dresses

1980s Valentino Vintage Black Silk Charmeuse with Lace Ruffle Collar Blouse
1980s Valentino Vintage Black Silk Charmeuse with Lace Ruffle Collar Blouse

1980s Valentino Vintage Black Silk Charmeuse with Lace Ruffle Collar Blouse

By Valentino, Valentino Couture

Located in Water Mill, NY

A gorgeous black silk charmeuse blouse shirt by Valentino. It buttons on the side front with delicate black faceted glass buttons and is adorned with layers of beautiful gold flower...

Category

1980s Italian Blouses

Louis Vuitton Paris Italian Knit Brown Cardigan c 21st c
Louis Vuitton Paris Italian Knit Brown Cardigan c 21st c

Louis Vuitton Paris Italian Knit Brown Cardigan c 21st c

By Louis Vuitton

Located in University City, MO

Louis Vuitton Paris Italian knit brown cardigan sweater Size M The chic Italian knit cardigan is designed with a muted light brown shade; accented with subtle gold metallic knit band...

Category

Early 2000s Italian Cardigans

Hermès Paris 4 Mini Ashtrays Change Trays Sailboats Prints Navy Porcelain Gold
Hermès Paris 4 Mini Ashtrays Change Trays Sailboats Prints Navy Porcelain Gold

Hermès Paris 4 Mini Ashtrays Change Trays Sailboats Prints Navy Porcelain Gold

By Hermès

Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique

Rare Set of 4 Authentic Hermès Mini Ashtrays Prints: sailboats Theme: navy, sailor, sea, boats, sailboats, nautical, ships Also called "guest ashtray", these small ashtrays can be...

Category

20th Century French Ashtrays

Get Updated with New Arrivals
Save "Hermes Elephant Ashtray", and we’ll notify you when there are new listings in this category.

Finding the Right Ashtrays for You

Many antique, new and vintage ashtrays have taken on an entirely new purpose in today’s homes.

Ashtrays were once near-universal tabletop accessories. While these formerly ubiquitous objects were associated with smoking, drinking, gambling and other vices, well-designed and interesting large vintage ashtrays are candy dishes, coasters or cocktail garnish receptacles in today’s interiors. But don’t discount the ashtray’s initial function — amid your carefully curated coastal chic California decor, for example, a stone ashtray can help you manage the ashes that accumulate while you’re burning your morning incense.

Hand-painted porcelain ashtrays — the collection of which on 1stDibs includes visually striking vintage Hermes ashtrays and change trays — can introduce pops of color on any surface in your space. Old glass ashtrays, which are quite popular and easily found in free-form, organic shapes, can be a purely decorative final touch when styling a coffee table, whether you’ve filled it with wrapped lemon-drop candies or not.

In the postwar years, the democratization of luxury led to an explosion in the number of well-designed ashtrays, and there are many mid-century modern ashtrays to choose from on 1stDibs. (It’s no coincidence that sculptor Isamu Noguchi devised his “Dymaxion” version, which he hoped would make him rich, in 1945. Alas, it turned out to be too difficult to mass-produce.) The design collection of the Museum of Modern Art includes ashtrays by Carlo Scarpa (Murano glass, 1950–59); Achille Castiglioni (stainless steel with spring-like inserts, 1970); Masayuki Kurokawa (rubber and steel, 1973) and more. Smoking declined in popularity in the 1970s and ’80s, after the surgeon general’s warning began appearing on cigarette packs, but designers were still crafting ashtrays through the end of the century (especially outside the United States).

On 1stDibs, browse a collection of decorative vintage ashtrays that includes everything from modern and minimalist cigar ashtrays to outwardly ornate Art Deco ashtrays that evoke the opulence and elegance of the 1920s.

Questions About Hermès

  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024
    Hermès is so special for a few reasons. The French luxury house is one of the most storied fashion labels in the world and has a rich heritage that dates back to 1837.

    Hermès began in Paris as a maker of leather equestrian goods for European noblemen. The house later 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 jewelry to pillows and handbags.

    Hermès artisans spend years honing their craft as apprentices before they produce Hermès pieces in premium materials. For example, the Kelly bag, which was named in tribute to one of its biggest fans, Grace Kelly, takes between 18 and 25 hours to produce, and its 680 hand stitches are made by one Hermès artisan. Each Birkin tote is also hand-sewn according to Hermès’s centuries-old saddle-stitching technique, and its exotic leathers, a variety that includes ostrich and crocodile, are subsequently painted and polished by house craftsmen in France.

    On 1stDibs, explore a selection of vintage Hermès handbags and accessories.