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Hermes Lindy 34 Shoulder Bag in Taurillon Clemence Rouge Pivoine
By Hermès
Located in Toronto, ON
Hermes Lindy 34 Shoulder Bag. Grained taurillon clemence leather with palladium hardware in bright
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Hermes Lindy 34 Noir Taurillon Clemence Leather Shoulder Bag
By Hermès
Located in Kowloon, HK
Color: Noir (designer color) / Black Material: Taurillon Clemence Leather Condition: Rank A Overall: Good, few minor defects Surface: Good Corners: Good Edges: Good Handles/Strap: ...
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Hermes Lindy 34 Soleil Yellow Clemence Leather Shoulder Bag
By Hermès
Located in Kowloon, HK
Color: Yellow / Soleil (designer color) Material: Clemence Leather Condition: Rank A Overall: Good, few minor defects Surface: Minor Scratches & Stains Corners: Minor Scratches...
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Hermes Lindy Bag Clemence 34
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
Model: Lindy Bag Clemence 34 Exterior Material: Leather Exterior Color: Pink Interior Material: Leather
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Hermes Lindy 34 Orange Bag
By Hermès
Located in Athens, GA
Hermes Lindy 34 Orange Bag. Clemence leather. Palladium hardware. From 2014. R square. Good
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Hermes Black Clemence Lindy 34 Bag
By Hermès
Located in Jakarta, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta
Classic lindy 34 in black Clemence leather with palladium hardware. Overall still in very good
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2007 Hermes Gold Clemence Lindy 34 Bag
By Hermès
Located in Jakarta, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta
Classic lindy 34 in gold clemence with palladium hardware. Stamp Square K (2007). In very good
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Hermes Gris Tourtelle Clemence Lindy 34 Bag
Located in Jakarta, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta
Classic hermes lindy 34 bag in gris tourtelle clemence leather with palladium hardware. Slight
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2012 Hermes Blue Ciel Clemence Lindy 34 Bag
By Hermès
Located in Jakarta, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta
Classic Lindy 34 in blue ciel clemence with gold hardware. Very pale pastel blue which blends
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2008 Hermes Gold Clemence Leather Lindy 34 Bag
By Hermès
Located in Jakarta, Daerah Khusus Ibukota Jakarta
Classic lindy 34 in gold clemence with palladium hardware. Perfect everyday bag. Great condition
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Hermes Bag Lindy 34 Rouge Clemence Palladium
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Beautiful rich Rouge Hermes Lindy 34 Bag. Carry by hand, or shoulder, and the bag changes it whole
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2006 Hermes Black Togo Leather Lindy 34
By Hermès
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
HERMES Black Togo Leather Lindy 34 This HERMÈS Lindy 34 is in Very Good Pre-Owned Condition. Circa
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Hermès Lindy 34 Gold Clemence Leather Shoulder Bag
By Hermès
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
, your quest ends here. The Hermès Lindy 34 Gold Clemence Leather Shoulder Bag is the embodiment of
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Hermès Lindy Hand Bag 2 ways Light Brown Swift Leather PHW 34 cm
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Beautiful Authentic Hermès Bag "LINDY" Can be carried both Hand or Shoulder Made in France
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Hermes Etoupe Swift Palladium Lindy Bag 34cm
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hermes Lindy bag 34 cm in troupe swift leather and palladium hardware. Dated "K" for 2007. Partial
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Hermès Lindy 34 Bubblegum
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Located in Paris, FR
Hermès Lindy 34 Bubblegum Swift leather Bubblegum or Pink 5P Palladium hardware 2
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Hermes Red Taurillon Clemence Leather Lindy 34 Shoulder Bag
Located in Irvine, CA
Hermes Red Taurillon Clemence Leather Lindy 34 Shoulder Bag with leather, gold-tone hardware, trim
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Hermes Red Taurillon Clemence Leather Lindy 34 Shoulder Bag
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Located in Irvine, CA
Hermes Red Taurillon Clemence Leather Lindy 34 Shoulder Bag with leather, gold-tone hardware, trim
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Hermès Orange Togo Leather Palladium Finish Lindy 34 Bag
By Hermès
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
An example of exemplary craftsmanship, the Hermès Lindy 34 bag sweetly embodies ladylike elegance
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Hermes Chocolate Swift Leather Palladium Finish Lindy 34 Bag
By Hermès
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
piece crafted with precision. The Hermes Lindy 34 has been equipped with a well-sized interior that can
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Hermes Tabac Taurillion Clemence Leather Palladium Finish Lindy Lindy 34 Bag
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Hermes Tabac Taurillion Clemence Leather Palladium Finish Lindy Lindy 34 Bag
By Hermès
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
An example of exemplary craftsmanship, the Hermès Lindy 34 bag sweetly embodies ladylike elegance
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Hermès Gris Tourterelle Taurillion Clemence Leather Palladium Finish Lindy 34
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Hermès Gris Tourterelle Taurillion Clemence Leather Palladium Finish Lindy 34
By Hermès
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
An example of exemplary craftsmanship, the Hermès Lindy 34 bag sweetly embodies ladylike elegance
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Hermes Lindy 34 Blue Jean Taurillon Clemence Shoulder Bag
By Hermès
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: This Authentic Hermes Lindy 34 Blue Jean Taurillon Clemence Shoulder Bag is in Excellent Previously
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Hermes RARE ROSE DRAGEE Lindy 34
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
. The Lindy can be carried in two ways, shoulder or hand held. The Lindy bag comes with a sleeper and
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Hermes Electric Bleu Togo Leather Lindy 34 Bag
By Hermès
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
The Hermes Lindy was first designed in 2006 and it is recognized worldwide for its relaxed design
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Hermes Brown Taurillon Clemence Leather Lindy 34 Shoulder Bag
Located in Irvine, CA
Brown Taurillon Clemence leather Hermes Lindy shoulder bag with leather, palladium plated hardware
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By Hermès
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
The Hermes Lindy was first designed in 2006 and it is recognized worldwide for its relaxed design
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Hermes Rubis Clemence Leather Palladium Hardware Lindy 34 Bag
By Hermès
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
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By Hermès
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Hermes Lindy 34 Bleu Jean Clemence Leather Shoulder Bag
By Hermès
Located in Kowloon, HK
Color: Blue / Bleu Jean ( Designer Color ) Material: Clemence Leather Condition: Rank B Overall: Fair. Few defects Surface: Good Corners: Obvious Scratches Edges: Minor Scratches H...
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Hermes Gold Taurillon Clemence Leather Palladium Finished Lindy 34 Bag
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Hermes Gold Taurillon Clemence Leather Palladium Finished Lindy 34 Bag
By Hermès
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
The Hermes Lindy was first designed in 2006 and it is recognized worldwide for its relaxed design
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Hermes Black Taurillon Clemence Leather Palladium Hardware Lindy 34 Bag
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Hermes Black Taurillon Clemence Leather Palladium Hardware Lindy 34 Bag
By Hermès
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
The Hermes Lindy was first designed in 2006 and it is recognized worldwide for its relaxed design
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Hermes Rouge Vif Clemence Leather Gold Hardware Lindy 34 Bag
By Hermès
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
The Hermes Lindy was first designed in 2006 and it is recognized worldwide for its relaxed design
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Hermes Rouge Vif Clemence Leather Gold Hardware Lindy 34 Bag
By Hermès
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
The Hermes Lindy was first designed in 2006 and it is recognized worldwide for its relaxed design
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Hermes Tosca Taurillon Clemence Leather Palladium Finished Lindy 34 Bag
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Hermes Tosca Taurillon Clemence Leather Palladium Finished Lindy 34 Bag
By Hermès
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The Hermes Lindy was first designed in 2006 and it is recognized worldwide for its relaxed design
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Hermes Lindy 34 Bleu Jean Blue Clemence Leather Shoulder Bag
By Hermès
Located in Kowloon, HK
Color: Blue / Bleu Jean (designer color) Material: Clemence Leather Condition: Rank B Overall: Fair, few defects. Surface: Minor Stains Corners: Obvious Scratches & Stains ...
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Hermes Lindy 34 Rouge Pivoine Taurillon Clemence Leather SHW SHoulder Bag
By Hermès
Located in Kowloon, HK
Color: Light Red / Rouge Pivoine (designer color) Material: Taurillon Clemence Leather Condition: Rank B Overall: Fair. Few defects Surface:Minor Stains Corners:Minor Stains Edges...
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Hermès White Taurillion Togo Leather Palladium Finish Lindy 34 Bag
By Hermès
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Hermès handbags are known for their unique designs that emanate the labels elegant flair and the labels immaculate craftsmanship makes their creations last season after season. Here ...
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Lindy Bag Clemence 34
By Hermès
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", Width 13", Depth 6", Strap Drop 15" Designer: Hermes Model: Lindy Bag Clemence 34 Exterior Material
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Hermes Lindy Clemence 34
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Hermes Lindy Clemence 34 in beautiful soleil yellow clemence leather is the perfect
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Hermes Lindy Bag Swift 34
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
This Hermes Lindy Bag Swift 34, crafted from Havane red swift leather, features dual rolled handles
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Hermes Lindy Handbag Clemence 34
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
This Hermes Lindy Handbag Clemence 34, crafted from Orange Poppy orange Clemence leather, features
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Hermes Lindy Handbag Swift 34
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
This Hermes Lindy Handbag Swift 34, crafted from Malachite Evercolor leather, features dual rolled
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Hermes Lindy Handbag Clemence 34
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
This Hermes Lindy Handbag Clemence 34, crafted from Gris Tourterelle neutral Clemence leather
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Hermes Lindy Handbag Clemence 34
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Located in NY, NY
This Hermes Lindy Handbag Clemence 34, crafted from Mykonos blue Clemence leather, features dual
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Hermes Lindy Handbag Clemence 34
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
This Hermes Lindy Handbag Clemence 34, crafted from Mykonos blue Clemence leather, features dual
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Hermes Lindy Bag Swift 34
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
15" Designer: Hermes Model: Lindy Bag Swift 34 Exterior Material: Leather Exterior Color: Green
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Hermes Lindy Bag Clemence 34
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Located in NY, NY
", Depth 6", Strap Drop 16" Designer: Hermes Model: Lindy Bag Clemence 34 Exterior Material: Leather
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Hermes Lindy Handbag Evercolor 34
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Hermes Lindy Handbag Evercolor 34 is the perfect understated accessory for the
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Hermes Lindy Handbag Clemence 34
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Hermes Lindy Handbag Clemence 34 is a hard-to-find bag made for Hermes lovers
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Hermes Lindy Handbag Clemence 34
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This authentic Hermes Lindy Handbag Clemence 34 is the perfect understated accessory for the modern
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Hermes Lindy Handbag Clemence 34
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
This authentic Hermes Lindy Handbag Clemence 34 is a hard-to-find bag made for Hermes lovers
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Hermes Lindy Bag Clemence 34
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
Measurements: Handle Drop 5", Height 9", Width 13", Depth 6", Strap Drop 15" Designer: Hermes Model: Lindy Bag
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Hermes Lindy Bag Clemence 34
By Hermès
Located in NY, NY
" Designer: Hermes Model: Lindy Bag Clemence 34 Exterior Material: Leather Exterior Color: Orange Interior
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Hermes Lindy Bag Clemence 34
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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 Shoulder-bags for You
Ever since we’ve needed an accessory to carry our personal items when we’re on the go, shoulder bags have proven indispensable. Today, vintage and designer shoulder bags are such a treasured part of fashion history that they even get their own museum exhibitions. And while lovers of luxury handbags and purses are savvier now and have a wider range of shopping options, classics created by brands such as Louis Vuitton, Dior and Balenciaga still rule.
Prior to bags becoming an essential piece of any ensemble for any gender, women wore pockets strung on ribbons as garments that were separate from their gowns, accessible by openings in the fabric. Small handbags and handheld purses were developed before the accessory gained importance as functional and fashionable. Most had more in common with wallets than anything else.
While the bags of the 16th century warranted ornament, such as exteriors embroidered with silver-gilt thread and beads, it wasn’t until the late 18th century and early 19th century that the design and craft of bags had really broadened. Handheld purses were finished with details that were meant to garner attention, and bags were fitted with shoulder straps. A stylish shoulder bag meant that women could tote jewelry, cash and perhaps a decorative snuff box full of tobacco to an evening ball across town.
The early 1900s saw the introduction of gold and silver minaudières. The patenting of these compact bejeweled clutches has been attributed to revered French jewelry house Van Cleef & Arpels, and today they remain a fashion favorite. One of Judith Leiber’s innovative minaudières even earned a role in the movie Sex and the City.
A luxury shoulder bag is a work of art with a long, fascinating origin story, and entire brands and fashion lines have emerged around creating the perfect versions of shoulder bags and top-handle bags. For example, the iconic Hermès Kelly bag, which was popularized by actress Grace Kelly, is a widely coveted, collected and often faked entry from the handbag hall of fame. And while vintage Gucci tote bags have their own dedicated fan base, collectors are likely familiar with the Dionysus, a pared-down Gucci shoulder bag that manages to make a substantial statement anyway.
Embrace a classic look with a vintage shoulder bag designed by Chanel, Givenchy or Fendi — find yours on 1stDibs today.
Questions About Hermès
- Why is Hermès so special?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 25, 2024Hermès 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.
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