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Diane Von Furstenberg "Floral & Multi Plaid" Silk Scarf
Diane Von Furstenberg "Floral & Multi Plaid" Silk Scarf

Diane Von Furstenberg "Floral & Multi Plaid" Silk Scarf

By Diane von Furstenberg

Located in New York, NY

Diane Von Furstenberg wonderfully elegant "Floral & Multi Plaid" silk scarf with rolled edges, measures 31 inches by 30 inches.

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1980s Japanese Scarves

Navy And White Lord & Taylor Abstract Silk Scarf
Navy And White Lord & Taylor Abstract Silk Scarf

Navy And White Lord & Taylor Abstract Silk Scarf

By Lord & Taylor

Located in New York, NY

Navy & white Lord & Taylor Abstract silk scarf with hand-rolled edges, measures 26 inches by 25 1/2 inches.

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1990s Italian Scarves

Pierre Cardin Rare Wonderful Signature Logo Silk Scarf
Pierre Cardin Rare Wonderful Signature Logo Silk Scarf

Pierre Cardin Rare Wonderful Signature Logo Silk Scarf

By Pierre Cardin

Located in New York, NY

Rare Pierre Cardin wonderful signature logo silk scarf with had-rolled edges, measures 28 inches by 28 inches and made in France.

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1970s French Scarves

Albert Nipon Vivid Multi-Floral rectangle silk scarf
Albert Nipon Vivid Multi-Floral rectangle silk scarf

Albert Nipon Vivid Multi-Floral rectangle silk scarf

By Albert Nipon

Located in New York, NY

Albert Nipon wonderful vivid multi-floral rectangle silk scarf measures 10" x 53", finished with rolled edges.

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1970s Japanese Scarves

Yves Saint Laurent Bold Multi-Color Silk Scarf
Yves Saint Laurent Bold Multi-Color Silk Scarf

Yves Saint Laurent Bold Multi-Color Silk Scarf

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in New York, NY

Yves Saint Laurent bold multi-color silk scarf is finished with hand-rolled edges and measures 34" x 34", made in France.

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1980s French Scarves

Jean Casseeere Navy & White Bold Abstract Silk Scarf
Jean Casseeere Navy & White Bold Abstract Silk Scarf

Jean Casseeere Navy & White Bold Abstract Silk Scarf

Located in New York, NY

Jean Casseeere navy and white bold abstract silk scarf measures 26" x 26", and finished with hand-rolled edges, made in Italy.

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1980s Scarves

Jerome (Paris) Bold Abstract with Floral Silk Scarf
Jerome (Paris) Bold Abstract with Floral Silk Scarf

Jerome (Paris) Bold Abstract with Floral Silk Scarf

Located in New York, NY

Jerome of Paris wonderfully bold abstract with floral print silk scarf measures 30" x 30" with hand-rolled edges, Made in France.

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1980s French Scarves

Lanvin Paris Green Gold Silk Scarf
Lanvin Paris Green Gold Silk Scarf

Lanvin Paris Green Gold Silk Scarf

By Lanvin Paris

Located in Amsterdam, NL

We offer more vintage Hermes, Cartier scarfs, view our frontstore This vintage Lanvin scarf is a true collector's silk scarf in collector's condition, one to own to wear, show or fr...

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20th Century Italian Scarves

"Collection Of Pottery" With Black Borders Silk Scarf
"Collection Of Pottery" With Black Borders Silk Scarf

"Collection Of Pottery" With Black Borders Silk Scarf

Located in New York, NY

"Collection Of Pottery" surrounded with black borders silk scarf measures 30 inches by 31 inches aand finished with rolled edges.

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1980s Italian Scarves

Adrienne Vittadini Beautiful "Celebration of Summer" Silk Scarf
Adrienne Vittadini Beautiful "Celebration of Summer" Silk Scarf

Adrienne Vittadini Beautiful "Celebration of Summer" Silk Scarf

By Adrienne Vittadini

Located in New York, NY

Adrienne Vittadini beautifully bold and colorful "Celebration of Summer" silk scarf with rolled edges, measures 34 inches by 35 inches.

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1980s Italian Scarves

Hermès Silk Scarf “Projets Carré” 2007.
Hermès Silk Scarf “Projets Carré” 2007.

Hermès Silk Scarf “Projets Carré” 2007.

By Hermès, Henri D'Origny

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Hermès Silk Scarf “Projets Carré” 2007. Please note this item is in good condition with minor wear consistent with age and use.

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Early 2000s French Scarves

Hermes Silk Scarf, Au Couer de la Vie
Hermes Silk Scarf, Au Couer de la Vie

Hermes Silk Scarf, Au Couer de la Vie

By Hermès

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Hermes Silk Scarf, Au Couer de la Vie Desigfned by A. Honore, with box and ribbon. 35 by 35 in.

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21st Century and Contemporary Scarves

Bellolti Wonderful Warm Brown & Ivory "Emblem" Silk Scarf
Bellolti Wonderful Warm Brown & Ivory "Emblem" Silk Scarf

Bellolti Wonderful Warm Brown & Ivory "Emblem" Silk Scarf

Located in New York, NY

Bellolti wonderful warm brown and ivory "Emblem" silk scarf accented with hand-rolled edges measures 31 inches by 30 inches.

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1980s Italian Scarves

Adolfo "Midnight Black With Bursting Florals" Silk Scarf
Adolfo "Midnight Black With Bursting Florals" Silk Scarf

Adolfo "Midnight Black With Bursting Florals" Silk Scarf

By Adolfo

Located in New York, NY

Adolfo wonderfully elegant "Midnight Black with Bursting Florals" silk scarf measures 33 inches by 32 inches. Hand-rolled edges, and made in Italy.

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1980s Italian Scarves

Perry Ellis Elegant "Bundles of Florals" Silk Scarf
Perry Ellis Elegant "Bundles of Florals" Silk Scarf

Perry Ellis Elegant "Bundles of Florals" Silk Scarf

By Perry Ellis

Located in New York, NY

Perry Ellis wonderfully elegant "Bundles of Florals" silk scarf accented with hand-rolled edges, measures 35 inches by 35 inches.

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1980s Italian Scarves

Yves Saint Laurent Multi Color "Confetti" Silk Scarf
Yves Saint Laurent Multi Color "Confetti" Silk Scarf

Yves Saint Laurent Multi Color "Confetti" Silk Scarf

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in New York, NY

Yves Saint Laurent elegant multi color "Confetti" silk scarf accented with hand-rolled edges, measures 30 inches by 31 inches.

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1980s Japanese Scarves

Anne Klein Black & White Signature Logo Silk Scarf
Anne Klein Black & White Signature Logo Silk Scarf

Anne Klein Black & White Signature Logo Silk Scarf

By Anne Klein

Located in New York, NY

Anne Klein black & white signature logo silk scarf measures 34 inches by 35 inches, and finished with hand-rolled edges.

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1980s Italian Scarves

Ralph Lauren Coco Brown Palsey Border Silk Scarf
Ralph Lauren Coco Brown Palsey Border Silk Scarf

Ralph Lauren Coco Brown Palsey Border Silk Scarf

By Ralph Lauren

Located in New York, NY

Ralph Lauren coco brown palsey border silk scarf measures 30" x 30" and finished with hand-rolled edges.

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1990s Italian Scarves

Powder Yellow with Multi Colors Accent Silk Scarf
Powder Yellow with Multi Colors Accent Silk Scarf

Powder Yellow with Multi Colors Accent Silk Scarf

Located in New York, NY

Powder yellow with accents of multi-colors silk scarf measures 18" x 19", finished with hand-rolled edges.

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1980s Italian Scarves

Bold Multi-Color "Portrait of Daisies" Silk Scarf
Bold Multi-Color "Portrait of Daisies" Silk Scarf

Bold Multi-Color "Portrait of Daisies" Silk Scarf

Located in New York, NY

Bold multi-color "portrait of daisies" silk scarf measures 33" x 34", finished with rolled edges.

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1970s Japanese Scarves

Adrienne Vittadini "Burst of Fuchsia Flowers" Silk Scarf
Adrienne Vittadini "Burst of Fuchsia Flowers" Silk Scarf

Adrienne Vittadini "Burst of Fuchsia Flowers" Silk Scarf

By Adrienne Vittadini

Located in New York, NY

Adrienne Vittadini "Burst of Fuchsia Flowers" silk scarf measures 30" x 30" with finished rolled edges.

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1980s Japanese Scarves

Estee Lauder Bold Multi-Color Floral Silk Scarf
Estee Lauder Bold Multi-Color Floral Silk Scarf

Estee Lauder Bold Multi-Color Floral Silk Scarf

By Estee Lauder

Located in New York, NY

Estee Lauder wonderfully elegant bold multi-color floral silk scarf measures 30" x 30" and finished with hand-rolled edges.

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1980s Italian Scarves

Hermès Silk Scarf "Les Insectes" 1958
Hermès Silk Scarf "Les Insectes" 1958

Hermès Silk Scarf "Les Insectes" 1958

By Hermès, Hugo Grygkar

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Hermès Silk Scarf "Les Insectes" 1958. Please note this item is in good condition with minor wear consistent with age and use.

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1950s French Scarves

2000s Christian Dior Abstract Geometric Multicolor Silk Scarf
2000s Christian Dior Abstract Geometric Multicolor Silk Scarf

2000s Christian Dior Abstract Geometric Multicolor Silk Scarf

By Christian Dior

Located in London, GB

This 1990s Christian Dior silk scarf features a multicolor abstract geometric logo, crafted in France.

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Early 2000s French Babushka

Eye-Popping Multicolor "Floating Floral" Japanese Silk Scarf
Eye-Popping Multicolor "Floating Floral" Japanese Silk Scarf

Eye-Popping Multicolor "Floating Floral" Japanese Silk Scarf

Located in New York, NY

This wonderfully colorful eye-popping multicolor textured "Floating Florals" Japanese silk scarf measures 26 inches by 27 inches. Edges are stitched.

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1980s Japanese Scarves

Vivid Poppies & Orchids With Violet Borders Silk Scarf
Vivid Poppies & Orchids With Violet Borders Silk Scarf

Vivid Poppies & Orchids With Violet Borders Silk Scarf

Located in New York, NY

This wonderfully vivid poppies and Orchids with violet borders silk scarf accented with rolled edges, measures 35 inches by 34 inches.

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1980s Japanese Scarves

Kenzo's Black & Olive Border With Feathers Silk Scarf
Kenzo's Black & Olive Border With Feathers Silk Scarf

Kenzo's Black & Olive Border With Feathers Silk Scarf

By Kenzo

Located in New York, NY

Kenzo's wonderfully detailed black & Olive borders surrounding multicolor feathers silk scarf accented with rolled edges, measures 25 inches by 25 inches.

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1980s Italian Scarves

Huge Majestic "Royal Navy & Fuchsia Florals" Silk Scarf
Huge Majestic "Royal Navy & Fuchsia Florals" Silk Scarf

Huge Majestic "Royal Navy & Fuchsia Florals" Silk Scarf

Located in New York, NY

This wonderfully huge majestic "Royal navy and fuchsia florals" silk scarf with hand-rolled edges, measures 41 inches by 41 inches.

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1980s Italian Scarves

Sally Gee Whimsically Colorful "Asian Theme" Silk Scarf
Sally Gee Whimsically Colorful "Asian Theme" Silk Scarf

Sally Gee Whimsically Colorful "Asian Theme" Silk Scarf

Located in New York, NY

Sally Gee whimsically bold and colorful "Asian Theme" silk scarf accented with hand-rolled edges measures 30 inches by 31 inches.

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1980s Japanese Scarves

Majestic "Family of Tigers" Multi Color Silk Scarf
Majestic "Family of Tigers" Multi Color Silk Scarf

Majestic "Family of Tigers" Multi Color Silk Scarf

Located in New York, NY

This rich and majestic "multi-color "Family of Tigers" silk scarf measures 34 inches by 34 inches. Hand-rolled edges and made in Italy.

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1990s Italian Scarves

GUCCI Blue and Gold Chainlink Print Silk Scarf
GUCCI Blue and Gold Chainlink Print Silk Scarf

GUCCI Blue and Gold Chainlink Print Silk Scarf

By Gucci, Tom Ford

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Dead stock Gucci ( 10 yrs old) Blue and gold chainlink print silk scarf with hand stitch hem. Scarf is in excellent condition. 24” X 24”

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Early 2000s Italian Scarves

Anne Klein "Warm Shades of Browns" Silk Scarf
Anne Klein "Warm Shades of Browns" Silk Scarf

Anne Klein "Warm Shades of Browns" Silk Scarf

By Anne Klein

Located in New York, NY

Anne Klein "Warm Shades of Browns" silk scarf measures 25" x 25" and finished with rolled edges.

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1970s Japanese Scarves

Vera Multi-Lavender, Olive, Yellow & Blue Silk Scarf
Vera Multi-Lavender, Olive, Yellow & Blue Silk Scarf

Vera Multi-Lavender, Olive, Yellow & Blue Silk Scarf

By Vera

Located in New York, NY

Vera Multi-Lavender, Olive, yellow & Blue silk scarf measures 23" x 24", and finished with hand-rolled edges.

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1970s Japanese Scarves

Vera Bold Bright Colorful Fuchsia Abstract Silk Scarf
Vera Bold Bright Colorful Fuchsia Abstract Silk Scarf

Vera Bold Bright Colorful Fuchsia Abstract Silk Scarf

By Vera

Located in New York, NY

Vera's wonderfully bold, bright and colorful fuchsia abstract silk scarf measures 15" x 44" and finished with detailed hand-rolled edges, made in Italy.

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1970s Italian Scarves

Anne Klein Bold Multi Floral Abstract Silk Scarf
Anne Klein Bold Multi Floral Abstract Silk Scarf

Anne Klein Bold Multi Floral Abstract Silk Scarf

By Anne Klein

Located in New York, NY

Anne Klein wonderfully elegant with bold multi-floral abstract silk scarf measures 34" x 35" and finished with hand-rolled edges, Made in Italy.

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1980s Italian Scarves

Perry Ellis Detailed "Butterflies In Love" Silk Scarf
Perry Ellis Detailed "Butterflies In Love" Silk Scarf

Perry Ellis Detailed "Butterflies In Love" Silk Scarf

By Perry Ellis

Located in New York, NY

Perry Ellis wonderfully elegant "Butterflies In Love" silk scarf is accented with hand-rolled edges and measures 30 inches by 31 inches.

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1980s Italian Scarves

Adolfo Shades of Navy & Gold "Royal" Silk Scarf
Adolfo Shades of Navy & Gold "Royal" Silk Scarf

Adolfo Shades of Navy & Gold "Royal" Silk Scarf

By Adolfo

Located in New York, NY

Adolfo's wonderfully elegant shades of navy and gold "Royal" silk scarf accented with hand-rolled edges measures 34 inches by 34 inches.

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1990s Italian Scarves

Huge Vincent Van Gogh "Turquoise Painting" Silk Scarf
Huge Vincent Van Gogh "Turquoise Painting" Silk Scarf

Huge Vincent Van Gogh "Turquoise Painting" Silk Scarf

Located in New York, NY

This huge and wonderfully vivid Vincent Van Gogh "Turquoise Painting" silk scarf with hand-rolled edges, measures 38 inches by 39 inches.

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1990s Swedish Shawls

Hermes Silk Scarf, L Art Indien Des Plaines
Hermes Silk Scarf, L Art Indien Des Plaines

Hermes Silk Scarf, L Art Indien Des Plaines

By Hermès

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Hermes Silk Scarf, L Art Indien Des Plaines designed by Sophie de Seynes, with Hermes box and ribbon. 35 by 35 in.

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20th Century Scarves

Escada Bold Large Multi-Color "Golf" Silk Scarf
Escada Bold Large Multi-Color "Golf" Silk Scarf

Escada Bold Large Multi-Color "Golf" Silk Scarf

By Escada

Located in New York, NY

Escada wonderfully large detailed multi-color "Golf" silk scarf measures 36" x 36". The hand-rolled edges are bordered with black silk.

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1990s Italian Scarves

Bell "Horses & Riding Crops" Cream & Beige Silk Scarf
Bell "Horses & Riding Crops" Cream & Beige Silk Scarf

Bell "Horses & Riding Crops" Cream & Beige Silk Scarf

Located in New York, NY

Bell's wonderfully detailed "Horses & Riding Crops" cream and beige silk scarf accented with hand-rolled edges measures 29 inches by 30 inches.

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1980s Italian Scarves

Hadson "Red & Tangerine Bursting Floral Border" Silk Scarf
Hadson "Red & Tangerine Bursting Floral Border" Silk Scarf

Hadson "Red & Tangerine Bursting Floral Border" Silk Scarf

Located in New York, NY

Hadson wonderfully vivid "red and tangerine bursting floral border" silk scarf, accented with hand-rolled edges, measures 32 inches by 31 inches.

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1980s Japanese Scarves

Shades of Green & Multi Color Floral Silk Scarf
Shades of Green & Multi Color Floral Silk Scarf

Shades of Green & Multi Color Floral Silk Scarf

Located in New York, NY

Shades of greens and multi-color floral silk scarf accented with hand-rolled edges, measures 34 inches by 34 1/2 inches.

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1980s Japanese Scarves

Vera Red, White & Blue "Triangle Print" Silk Scarf
Vera Red, White & Blue "Triangle Print" Silk Scarf

Vera Red, White & Blue "Triangle Print" Silk Scarf

By Vera

Located in New York, NY

Vera's red, white and blue "Triangle Print" silk scarf measures 22" x 22", finished with hand-rolled edges.

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1970s Japanese Scarves

Rare Vera Multi-Color Block "Sun" Silk Scarf
Rare Vera Multi-Color Block "Sun" Silk Scarf

Rare Vera Multi-Color Block "Sun" Silk Scarf

By Vera

Located in New York, NY

Rare Vera multi-color block "Sun" silk scarf measures 27" x 27" and finished with hand-rolled edges.

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1970s Italian Scarves

Rare Georgio Sant' Angelo Black & White Silk Scarf
Rare Georgio Sant' Angelo Black & White Silk Scarf

Rare Georgio Sant' Angelo Black & White Silk Scarf

By Giorgio di Sant' Angelo

Located in New York, NY

This rare Georgio Sant' Angelo wonderful detailed black & white silk scarf is finished with hand-rolled edges and measures 23" x 23", made in Italy.

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1980s Italian Scarves

Christian Dior 1990s Poison Petite Silk Scarf
Christian Dior 1990s Poison Petite Silk Scarf

Christian Dior 1990s Poison Petite Silk Scarf

By Christian Dior

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

The Christian Dior 1990s Poison Petite Silk Scarf is a stunning accessory that exudes elegance and sophistication.

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1990s Neckties

Hermès Silk Scarf "Trésor Du Nil" 2003
Hermès Silk Scarf "Trésor Du Nil" 2003

Hermès Silk Scarf "Trésor Du Nil" 2003

By Hermès

Located in Palm Beach, FL

Hermès Silk Scarf "Trésor Du Nil" 2003. Beautiful scarf designed by Joachim Metz in 2003, with only one edition this scarf can be considered a collectible and is really sought after ...

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Early 2000s French Scarves

Hermès 1994 Astres et Soleils Silk Scarf
Hermès 1994 Astres et Soleils Silk Scarf

Hermès 1994 Astres et Soleils Silk Scarf

By Hermès

Located in Amman, JO

Hermès 1994 Astres et Soleils Silk Scarf A collectible vintage Hermès silk scarf featuring the iconic Astres et Soleils design, originally introduced in 1994.

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21st Century and Contemporary French Scarves

ATELIER VERSACE butterfly silk scarf Spring/Summer 1995
ATELIER VERSACE butterfly silk scarf Spring/Summer 1995

ATELIER VERSACE butterfly silk scarf Spring/Summer 1995

By Atelier Versace

Located in Rubiera, RE

ATELIER VERSACE Butterfly silk scarf Spring/Summer 1995 Collection 100% silk Hand rolled hem Care tag Made in Italy Measures: Width cm. 87 Height cm. 88 Excellent condition

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1990s Italian Scarves

Pierre Cardin Coco Brown Signature Logo Silk Scarf
Pierre Cardin Coco Brown Signature Logo Silk Scarf

Pierre Cardin Coco Brown Signature Logo Silk Scarf

By Pierre Cardin

Located in New York, NY

Pierre Cardin wonderful coco brown and ivory signature logo silk scarf with hand-rolled edges, measures 25 inches by 25 and a half inches.

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1970s French Scarves

Bold Red, Black & Ivory "Multi Feathers" Silk Scarf
Bold Red, Black & Ivory "Multi Feathers" Silk Scarf

Bold Red, Black & Ivory "Multi Feathers" Silk Scarf

Located in New York, NY

Wonderfully rich with reds, black and ivory "Multi Feathers" silk scarf finished with hand-rolled edges, measures 26 inches by 26 1/2 inches.

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1980s Italian Scarves

Light Pink & Multicolor Hermes Equateur Motif Printed Silk Scarf
Light Pink & Multicolor Hermes Equateur Motif Printed Silk Scarf

Light Pink & Multicolor Hermes Equateur Motif Printed Silk Scarf

By Hermès

Located in New York, NY

Light pink and multicolor Equateur motif printed silk scarf by Hermes. 35" height, 35" length. 

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21st Century and Contemporary French Scarves

Enrico Coveri Rich Taupe Signature Logo Silk Scarf
Enrico Coveri Rich Taupe Signature Logo Silk Scarf

Enrico Coveri Rich Taupe Signature Logo Silk Scarf

By Enrico Coveri

Located in New York, NY

Enrico Coveri wonderfully elegant rich taupe-on-taupe signature logo silk scarf accented with hand-rolled edges and measures 34 inches by 35 inches.

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1980s Italian Scarves

Pierre Cardin Signature Taupe & Coco Brown Silk Scarf
Pierre Cardin Signature Taupe & Coco Brown Silk Scarf

Pierre Cardin Signature Taupe & Coco Brown Silk Scarf

By Pierre Cardin

Located in New York, NY

Pierre Cardin signature taupe and coco-brown silk scarf accented with hand-rolled edges, measures 18 1/2 inches by 18 1/2 inches.

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1970s French Scarves

Hermes Hommage A Charles Garnier Silk Scarf
Hermes Hommage A Charles Garnier Silk Scarf

Hermes Hommage A Charles Garnier Silk Scarf

By Hermès

Located in London, GB

Hermes Hommage A Charles Garnier Silk Scarf Blue scarf fully crafted from silk with Hommage A Charles Garnier Architecte De L'Opera De Paris print designed by Caty Latham.

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21st Century and Contemporary Scarves

Ralph Lauren Runway Collection Ruffled Silk Scarf
Ralph Lauren Runway Collection Ruffled Silk Scarf

Ralph Lauren Runway Collection Ruffled Silk Scarf

By Ralph Lauren

Located in London, GB

Ralph Lauren Runway Collection Ruffled Silk Scarf Magenta purple scarf fully crafted from silk organza in a distinct layered ruffle design.

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21st Century and Contemporary Scarves

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Silk Scarfes For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, there are many options to choose from in our collection of silk scarfes. For silk scarfes, Brown is a pretty popular color, but we also have Gray, Black, Beige and more in stock now. Making the right choice when shopping for these accessories may mean looking at versions that date from different eras — you can find early iterations from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century, all of which have proven very popular over the years. There have been many classic iterations of silk scarfes over the years, but those made by Hermès, Gucci and Chanel are often thought to be among the most stylish. If you’re browsing our inventory for these accessories, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for men and unisex.

How Much are Silk Scarfes?

Prices for silk scarfes can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — on 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $1 and can go as high as $18,200, while these items, on average, fetch $415.

Finding the Right Scarves for You

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

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

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

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

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

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

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