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Hermes Red Horse Porcelain Ashtray with Box
Hermes Red Horse Porcelain Ashtray with Box

Hermes Red Horse Porcelain Ashtray with Box

By Hermès

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Hermès signature ashtray with horse design in blue, red, white, and gold. Porcelain made in France.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Ashtrays

Hermès Porcelain Horse Heads Ashtray with Box
Hermès Porcelain Horse Heads Ashtray with Box

Hermès Porcelain Horse Heads Ashtray with Box

By Hermès

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Hermès white and black porcelain ashtray with horse heads design. Mint condition. Comes with

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Ashtrays

Hermes Hermy The Horse Plush Toy New
Hermes Hermy The Horse Plush Toy New

Hermes Hermy The Horse Plush Toy New

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

Guaranteed authentic Hermes Hermy The Horse Plush Toy Delights both adults and children! Created in

Category

2010s French Toys

Hermes Two Color Gold Horse Pendant Necklace
Hermes Two Color Gold Horse Pendant Necklace

Hermes Two Color Gold Horse Pendant Necklace

By Hermès

Located in Southampton, PA

18k Yellow And White Gold Horse Pendant Necklace by Hermes. Details: Chain Length: 18", Width

Category

Vintage 1970s French Drop Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

Hermés 1990s Cheval Horse Enamel Loquet Watch
Hermés 1990s Cheval Horse Enamel Loquet Watch

Hermés 1990s Cheval Horse Enamel Loquet Watch

By Hermès

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Hello Hermés! Circa 1990s, this Swiss made loquet watch is gold plated and features an enamel

Category

1990s French Wrist Watches

Hermès Blue Silk Tie Illustrated with Horses
Hermès Blue Silk Tie Illustrated with Horses

Hermès Blue Silk Tie Illustrated with Horses

By Hermès

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

Hermès - (Made in France) Blue silk tie illustrated with horses. There is a stain. Additional

Category

Early 2000s French Ties

HERMES Pink Silk Horse Jockey Print Tie
HERMES Pink Silk Horse Jockey Print Tie

HERMES Pink Silk Horse Jockey Print Tie

By Hermès

Located in San Francisco, CA

HERMES necktie comes in pink silk twill with all over horse jockey print. Minor wear. As-is. Made

Category

Late 20th Century French Ties

Hermes Gold Plated Yellow Enamel Horse Bracelet
Hermes Gold Plated Yellow Enamel Horse Bracelet

Hermes Gold Plated Yellow Enamel Horse Bracelet

By Hermès

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

This is a beautiful bracelet done by none other than the house of Hermes highlighting the brand's

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Bangles

Materials

Gold Plate, Enamel

Hermes Citrine Horse Bit Yellow Gold Ring
Hermes Citrine Horse Bit Yellow Gold Ring

Hermes Citrine Horse Bit Yellow Gold Ring

By Hermès

Located in Southampton, PA

18k Yellow Gold Citrine Horse Bit Yellow Gold Ring. With one beautiful Citrine: 14mm x 12mm

Category

20th Century French Solitaire Rings

Materials

Citrine, 18k Gold

Hermès Equestrian Linen Horse Motif Placemat 1224h21
Hermès Equestrian Linen Horse Motif Placemat 1224h21

Hermès Equestrian Linen Horse Motif Placemat 1224h21

By Hermès

Located in Dix hills, NY

Hermès Equestrian Linen Horse Motif Placemat 1224h21 Made In: France Measurements: Length: 19

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Other

Hermès dual-sided foulard / scarf 'Horse-Mermaid'
Hermès dual-sided foulard / scarf 'Horse-Mermaid'

Hermès dual-sided foulard / scarf 'Horse-Mermaid'

By Hermès

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

HERMÈS - (Made in France) Dual-sided silk twill foulard entitled 'Horse-Mermaid' designed by Alice

Category

2010s French Scarves

Silk chemise with "horse racing" print Hermès
Silk chemise with "horse racing" print Hermès

Silk chemise with "horse racing" print Hermès

By Hermès

Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR

Silk chemise with "horse racing" print. Mother-of-shell buttons in the middle front and branded

Category

1990s French Chemises

Hermes Silver Horse Head Catch All Pin Tray
Hermes Silver Horse Head Catch All Pin Tray

Hermes Silver Horse Head Catch All Pin Tray

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

round tray with horse head handle. Stamped Hermes Paris Made in France. D'Enfert mark. Wonderful for

Category

Late 20th Century French For The Desk

HERMES Navy Cosmos Scarf with Horses and Stars
HERMES Navy Cosmos Scarf with Horses and Stars

HERMES Navy Cosmos Scarf with Horses and Stars

By Hermès

Located in New York, NY

Hermes Navy Cosmos Scarf with Horses and Stars Made In France Materials: 100% Silk Comes With

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Scarves

Rare Hermes by Vallauris Horse Ashtray, circa 1955
Rare Hermes by Vallauris Horse Ashtray, circa 1955

Rare Hermes by Vallauris Horse Ashtray, circa 1955

By Hermès

Located in Verviers, BE

horse. Marked Hermès Paris. Excellent vintage condition. Size: Width 17 cm - 6.69 in., length 18 cm

Category

Vintage 1950s French Ashtrays

Hermes Tie Origami Horse Rose / Gris Silk Twillbi
Hermes Tie Origami Horse Rose / Gris Silk Twillbi

Hermes Tie Origami Horse Rose / Gris Silk Twillbi

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

Guaranteed authentic Hermes Origami Horse silk twillb tie. Beautiful soft pink Rose with Gris

Category

2010s French Ties

Hermes Paris Horse Motif Silver Plate Letter Opener
Hermes Paris Horse Motif Silver Plate Letter Opener

Hermes Paris Horse Motif Silver Plate Letter Opener

By Hermès

Located in Simpsonville, SC

Add a touch of sophistication to your desk with this exquisite Hermès Paris Horse Motif Letter

Category

Vintage 1970s Desk Accessories

Materials

Silver Plate

Hermes Beach Tote Bag Horse Printed Toile New
Hermes Beach Tote Bag Horse Printed Toile New

Hermes Beach Tote Bag Horse Printed Toile New

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

Mightychic offers an Hermes Beach bag featured in a horse print Ecru Toile. Each side is printed

Category

2010s French Tote Bags

Hermes Beach Towel Horses Red Blue - Cotton NEW
Hermes Beach Towel Horses Red Blue - Cotton NEW

Hermes Beach Towel Horses Red Blue - Cotton NEW

By Hermès

Located in Ottawa, CA

Hermes Beach Towel Horses Red Blue - Cotton NWCTS 2403301622 Brand: Hermès Type: Beach Towel

Category

2010s Beachwear

HERMES ROYAL/NAVY/BROWN ROCKING HORSES SILK SCARF
HERMES ROYAL/NAVY/BROWN ROCKING HORSES SILK SCARF

HERMES ROYAL/NAVY/BROWN ROCKING HORSES SILK SCARF

By Hermès

Located in New York, NY

This Royal/Navy/Brown HERMES Rocking Horses Silk Scarf is a classic addition to any wardrobe.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Scarves

Hermés Late 20th Century Cheval Horse Porcelain Tray
Hermés Late 20th Century Cheval Horse Porcelain Tray

Hermés Late 20th Century Cheval Horse Porcelain Tray

By Hermès

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Decorate in style with this amazing Hermés tray! Circa late 20th century, this tray is crafted from

Category

Late 20th Century French Ashtrays

Hermes Galop Horse Limited Edition Diamond Silver Ring
Hermes Galop Horse Limited Edition Diamond Silver Ring

Hermes Galop Horse Limited Edition Diamond Silver Ring

By Hermès

Located in Feasterville, PA

A stunning Limited Edition Hermes Galop special release for 2014, this showstopping display of

Category

2010s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Brown Diamond, Silver

Hermès Equestrian Linen Horse Motif Placemat Linen 0H31
Hermès Equestrian Linen Horse Motif Placemat Linen 0H31

Hermès Equestrian Linen Horse Motif Placemat Linen 0H31

By Hermès

Located in Dix hills, NY

Made In: France Measurements: Length: 19" Width: .1" Height: 12.75" OVERALL VERY GOOD CONDITION ( 8/10 or AB ) Signs of Wear: Exterior Canvas: Very Minor Marks Back: Very Mino...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Scarves

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 Hermès

Located in Victoria, BC

: Maker: Hermès, Paris Period: c.1960s Style: Equestrian / Horse head motif Material: Sterling Silver

Category

Vintage 1960s French Letter Openers

Materials

Silver Plate

Hermes Rodeo Grigri PM Bag Charm Horse Rose Mexico
Hermes Rodeo Grigri PM Bag Charm Horse Rose Mexico

Hermes Rodeo Grigri PM Bag Charm Horse Rose Mexico

By Hermès

Located in West Chester, PA

Hermes Rodeo Grigri Leather Horse Charm Pm Size New Color Rose Mexico Double sides Brand new Hermes

Category

2010s French Wallets and Small Accessories

Hermes Large Paper Holder or Desk Clip with Horse
Hermes Large Paper Holder or Desk Clip with Horse

Hermes Large Paper Holder or Desk Clip with Horse

By Hermès

Located in Austin, TX

a handsomely modeled bust of a horse. Marked: Hermes.Paris - Made In France on back A lovely

Category

20th Century French Desk Accessories

Hermès Vintage Two Horse Heads Sterling Silver Bangle Bracelet
Hermès Vintage Two Horse Heads Sterling Silver Bangle Bracelet

Hermès Vintage Two Horse Heads Sterling Silver Bangle Bracelet

By Hermès

Located in London, GB

Hermès Paris. The horse is a universal symbol of freedom. It is a great vintage piece. There is the

Category

Vintage 1960s French Bangles

Materials

Sterling Silver

New Hermes Yellow Horse Gavroche Scarf 16.5" in Box
New Hermes Yellow Horse Gavroche Scarf 16.5" in Box

New Hermes Yellow Horse Gavroche Scarf 16.5" in Box

By Hermès

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Hermès collectible multicolor bandana horse small silk gavroche scarf in yellow, white and blue

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Scarves

Hermes Printed Horse White Gold Enamel Bracelet Bangle 70
Hermes Printed Horse White Gold Enamel Bracelet Bangle 70

Hermes Printed Horse White Gold Enamel Bracelet Bangle 70

By Hermès

Located in New York, NY

Hermes Printed Horse White Gold Enamel Bracelet Bangle 70 Store fresh. Pristine condition

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Bangles

Hermes Vintage Iconic Gold Horse Head Clip-On Earrings
Hermes Vintage Iconic Gold Horse Head Clip-On Earrings

Hermes Vintage Iconic Gold Horse Head Clip-On Earrings

By Hermès

Located in Nice, FR

HERMES Paris vintage gold tone iconic clip on earrings featuring a horse head. Embossed Hermes

Category

20th Century French Clip-on Earrings

Vintage Hermes 18 Karat Yellow Gold Equestrian Pendant Horses
Vintage Hermes 18 Karat Yellow Gold Equestrian Pendant Horses

Vintage Hermes 18 Karat Yellow Gold Equestrian Pendant Horses

By Hermès

Located in New York, NY

Vintage Hermes 18 Karat Yellow Gold Equestrian Pendant Horses c.1970s 33.62mm length 38.78mm wide

Category

Late 20th Century French Modernist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

HERMES Cavalcolor pink white cotton wool felt horse backpack
HERMES Cavalcolor pink white cotton wool felt horse backpack

HERMES Cavalcolor pink white cotton wool felt horse backpack

By Hermès

Located in Hong Kong, NT

HERMES Cavalcolor pink white cotton wool felt horse backpack Reference: KYCG/A00154 Brand: Hermes

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Evening Bags and Minaudières

Hermes So Black Rodeo PM Bag Charm Horse New
Hermes So Black Rodeo PM Bag Charm Horse New

Hermes So Black Rodeo PM Bag Charm Horse New

By Hermès

Located in West Chester, PA

Stock Rodeo Grigri Leather Horse Charm Double sides Brand new Hermes Gift Box, Tissue and Ribbon

Category

2010s French Wallets and Small Accessories

HERMES Cavalcolor pink white cotton wool felt horse backpack
HERMES Cavalcolor pink white cotton wool felt horse backpack

HERMES Cavalcolor pink white cotton wool felt horse backpack

By Hermès

Located in Hong Kong, NT

HERMES Cavalcolor pink white cotton wool felt horse backpack Reference: KYCG/A00154 Brand: Hermes

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Backpacks

HERMES Cavalcolor pink white cotton wool felt horse backpack
HERMES Cavalcolor pink white cotton wool felt horse backpack

HERMES Cavalcolor pink white cotton wool felt horse backpack

By Hermès

Located in Hong Kong, NT

HERMES Cavalcolor pink white cotton wool felt horse backpack Reference: KYCG/A00154 Brand: Hermes

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Backpacks

Hermes Galop Horse Solid Silver PM Bracelet Short Iconic
Hermes Galop Horse Solid Silver PM Bracelet Short Iconic

Hermes Galop Horse Solid Silver PM Bracelet Short Iconic

By Hermès

Located in New York, NY

request). Features Hermes' modern rendition of the house's famous horse head Very classic but edgy

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Bracelets

Materials

Silver

Hermes Men's T-Shirt Blanc Brazilian Horses M nwt
Hermes Men's T-Shirt Blanc Brazilian Horses M nwt

Hermes Men's T-Shirt Blanc Brazilian Horses M nwt

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

Guaranteed authentic Hermes Brazilian Horses T-Shirt. In Blanc. Short sleeve T with crew neck

Category

2010s French T-Shirts

Hermès Black Pourpre Grigri Horse Rodeo Bag Charm PM
Hermès Black Pourpre Grigri Horse Rodeo Bag Charm PM

Hermès Black Pourpre Grigri Horse Rodeo Bag Charm PM

By Hermès

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

and putting your own unique twist on your ensembles. This is a tiny horse figure will will be sure to

Category

2010s French Wallets and Small Accessories

Hermes Black Gold Printed Horse Enamel Bangle Bracelet 65
Hermes Black Gold Printed Horse Enamel Bangle Bracelet 65

Hermes Black Gold Printed Horse Enamel Bangle Bracelet 65

By Hermès

Located in New York, NY

Store fresh. Pristine condition. Perfect gift! Comes full set with Hermes box and ribbon

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Bangles

Hermes Men's T-Shirt Brazilian Horse Marine M New
Hermes Men's T-Shirt Brazilian Horse Marine M New

Hermes Men's T-Shirt Brazilian Horse Marine M New

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

Guaranteed authentic Hermes Brazilian Horses Graphic T-Shirt featured in Marine. Graphics in gray

Category

2010s French T-Shirts

Hermes Blue Leather Horse Rodeo PM Bag Charm Accessory
Hermes Blue Leather Horse Rodeo PM Bag Charm Accessory

Hermes Blue Leather Horse Rodeo PM Bag Charm Accessory

By Hermès

Located in Rome, Rome

Hermes Rodeo PM Bag Charm Accessory in the shape of a horse. Body in blue leather, hair and tail in

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Wallets and Small Accessories

Hermes Paris Vintage Gold Plated Horse Head Bracelet Bangle
Hermes Paris Vintage Gold Plated Horse Head Bracelet Bangle

Hermes Paris Vintage Gold Plated Horse Head Bracelet Bangle

By Hermès

Located in Nice, FR

HERMES Paris vintage gold plated horse head bracelet bangle. Marked HERMES Paris Made in France

Category

20th Century French Bangles

Hermes Silk Vest, Cream w/ Horse Race Scenes Print
Hermes Silk Vest, Cream w/ Horse Race Scenes Print

Hermes Silk Vest, Cream w/ Horse Race Scenes Print

By Hermès

Located in Los Angeles, CA

This is an authentic Hermes vest for women. It is made of 100 % silk and has a print of a horse

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Vests

Vintage Hermès Paris 18 Karat Yellow Gold Horse Figural Earrings
Vintage Hermès Paris 18 Karat Yellow Gold Horse Figural Earrings

Vintage Hermès Paris 18 Karat Yellow Gold Horse Figural Earrings

By Hermès

Located in New York, NY

Vintage Hermes Paris 18 Karat Yellow Gold Horse Earrings Clip back. 16.8 grams 0.85" Length 0.60

Category

Mid-20th Century French Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Hermes Abstract Horse Marine Naturel Cashmere Silk Shawl Scarf GM
Hermes Abstract Horse Marine Naturel Cashmere Silk Shawl Scarf GM

Hermes Abstract Horse Marine Naturel Cashmere Silk Shawl Scarf GM

By Hermès

Located in New York, NY

Hermes Abstract Horse Marine Naturel Cashmere Silk Shawl Scarf GM New or Never Worn. Pristine

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Scarves

HERMES Le Danse Du Cheval Marwari Jewled Horse Print Scarf
HERMES Le Danse Du Cheval Marwari Jewled Horse Print Scarf

HERMES Le Danse Du Cheval Marwari Jewled Horse Print Scarf

By Hermès

Located in New York, NY

Hermes Le Danse Du Cheval Marwari Jewled Horse Print Scarf Made in France Materials: Silk 35" x

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Scarves

New Hermes Red Horse Silk Gavroche 16.5" Scarf in Box
New Hermes Red Horse Silk Gavroche 16.5" Scarf in Box

New Hermes Red Horse Silk Gavroche 16.5" Scarf in Box

By Hermès

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Hermès collectible multicolor bandana horse small silk gavroche scarf in red and blue. Hand-rolled

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Scarves

Hermès Vintage Two Horse Heads Sterling Gold Plated Bangle Bracelet
Hermès Vintage Two Horse Heads Sterling Gold Plated Bangle Bracelet

Hermès Vintage Two Horse Heads Sterling Gold Plated Bangle Bracelet

By Hermès

Located in London, GB

horse heads. It is fully made in gold plated and signed Hermès Paris. The horse is a universal symbol of

Category

Vintage 1980s French Bangles

Materials

Gold Plate

Hermes Rodeo Bag Charm MM Blue Celeste Malachite Craie Horse
Hermes Rodeo Bag Charm MM Blue Celeste Malachite Craie Horse

Hermes Rodeo Bag Charm MM Blue Celeste Malachite Craie Horse

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

Guaranteed authentic coveted Hermes MM features retired Blue Celeste Rodeo horse charm with Craie

Category

2010s French Wallets and Small Accessories

auth HERMES burgundy cashmere & silk MINI HORSES GRAND LOSANGE Scarf
auth HERMES burgundy cashmere & silk MINI HORSES GRAND LOSANGE Scarf

auth HERMES burgundy cashmere & silk MINI HORSES GRAND LOSANGE Scarf

By Hermès

Located in Zürich, CH

Hermes 'Mini Horses' losange shawl in burgundy cashmere (70%) and silk (30%) with contrasting sea

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Scarves

HERMES Rodeo Horse Bag Charm PM Rose Indienne and Orange

HERMES Rodeo Horse Bag Charm PM Rose Indienne and Orange

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

Coveted rare PM Rose Indienne Rodeo horse bag charm accented with Orange. Skin is lamb Milo

Category

2010s French Wallets and Small Accessories

Hermes Baby Toy Plush Horse Cheval Herpluch White Coral Gift!
Hermes Baby Toy Plush Horse Cheval Herpluch White Coral Gift!

Hermes Baby Toy Plush Horse Cheval Herpluch White Coral Gift!

By Hermès

Located in New York, NY

$315 including tax where we are. Ultra adorable Hermes plush horse baby toy with bell inside. 100

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Children

Hermes Blue "Raconte-moi le Cheval" Rocking Horse Silk Scarf
Hermes Blue "Raconte-moi le Cheval" Rocking Horse Silk Scarf

Hermes Blue "Raconte-moi le Cheval" Rocking Horse Silk Scarf

By Hermès

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

This beautiful Hermes silk scarf is blue with a multicolored rocking horse design. There is a red

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Scarves

Hermes Men's T-Shirt Bubble Gum Brazilian Horses M New
Hermes Men's T-Shirt Bubble Gum Brazilian Horses M New

Hermes Men's T-Shirt Bubble Gum Brazilian Horses M New

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

Guaranteed authentic Hermes Brazilian Horses T-Shirt. In Bubble Gum Pink. Short sleeve T with crew

Category

2010s French T-Shirts

Authentic Hermes Clic Clac Bracelet Horses Gold Hdw GM 65
Authentic Hermes Clic Clac Bracelet Horses Gold Hdw GM 65

Authentic Hermes Clic Clac Bracelet Horses Gold Hdw GM 65

By Hermès

Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique

AUTHENTIC HERMES BRACELET CLIC CLAC Pattern: horses Very Rare, beautiful Made of Enamel

Category

1990s French More Bracelets

Materials

Gold Plate

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Hermes Horse For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the vintage or contemporary hermes horse you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Our collection includes a variety of colors, spanning Gray, Black, Beige and more. You’re likely to find the perfect hermes horse among the distinctive accessories we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 20th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. An accessory like this designed by Hermès, Alice Shirley and ERIC BERGERE — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured item — is worth considering. 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 Horse?

On average, a hermes horse on 1stDibs sells for $761, while they’re typically $95 on the low end and $40,599 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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.

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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Hermès started as an equestrian brand in 1837 making saddles. Hermès has since expanded its line to include riding blankets and saddle pads. Hermès saddles are handmade and can still be purchased directly through Hermès or authorized retailers. On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic Hermès pieces from some of the world’s top sellers.