Hermès Casques et Plumets 90
Designer: Hermès
Pattern: Casques et Plumets
Color: Pink
Size: 90cm
Material: 100% Silk
Artist: Julie Abadie
First Issued: Original Motif 1989
Condition: In very good condition. Discoloration on corner seen in last photo.
Includes: Just the scarf, but will always include signature Abigail Goodman gift wrap
From The Hermes Fall-Winter 1989/90 Seasonal Scarf Booklet: One of the crowning achievements of literature is the heartrending scene in Homer's Iliad, when Hector, about to die in battle, embraces his wife Andromache for the last time, while Astyanax, their son, plays with his father's helmet. With all due respect to the Homeric tradition, let us be moved by more modern classics: a collection of four helmets worn by 19th-century French heroes.
From The Hermès Fall-Winter 2012/13 Seasonal Scarf Booklet: Masterpieces ofthe metalsmiths' craft, some armor leaves us speechless with its subtlety and complexity as an ornament-true paintings etched in metal. Over time, only helmets--the outlines and ornaments of which vary according to rank and weapons--have survived. Superb plumes also allow us to identify the men, without taking away any of their "panache". Here the French cavalry are honoured. The helmets date from the 19th century; the plates arranged at the corners of the composition adorned the helmets of the Musketeers under the house of King Louis XIlI. Would this be of The Three Musketeers from the famous novel by Alexandre Dumas?
Size Guide
- Twilly: small but mighty, use it like a typical scarf, as a bag handle, as a belt, and more.
- 45cm: this is the typical pocket square size, will fit around the neck like a bandana.
- 55cm: this is the bandana size typically printed in 3 colors to look like a traditional bandana.
- 70cm: this is a great option for petites and they are typically made out of a lighter weight silk than any of the other formats.
- 90cm: this is the classic Hermès scarf size. It's very versatile and if you're looking at any vintage photos, this is the scarf size that's worn.
- 140cm: the largest size of the bunch, almost reaching 5 ft. It's hard to capture the scale in photos but these are incredible as a lightweight shawl in the summer, or folded for a warmer feel in the winter.
- Shawls & Other Sizes: there are a few styles that Hermès does not make every season which are just as lovely and fit into this category.
Packaging
Offering complimentary signature Abigail Goodman gift wrap with every order.
Authenticity
All items have been authenticated by Abigail Goodman, ensuring every item is authentic. Abigail has authenticated thousands of Hermès scarves throughout her career and all items are guaranteed authentic.
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