Hermès Ex-Libris Coloriage Silk 140
Designer: Hermès
Pattern: Ex-Libris Coloriage
Color: Purple / Multicolor
Size: 140cm
Material: 100% Silk
Artist: Hugo Grygkar
First Issued: Original Motif 2016
Condition: In pristine condition. Still has store tag attached, but one light area of discoloration at center in last photo.
Includes: Store tag, box, tissue paper and will always include signature Abigail Goodman gift wrap
Why I Love This Pattern: Hugo Grygkar, the designer behind many of Hermès’s most iconic carrés including the beloved Brides de Gala, created Ex-Libris in 1946, here reimagined with a fresh color treatment. Named after the personalized bookplates favored by bibliophiles, the design centers on a drawing by Alfred de Dreux (1810–1860) that Émile-Maurice Hermès chose as his own bookplate in 1923: a duc carriage with horse and groom, placed above his initials EMH. Flanking the image, two caducei—the staff of Hermes, or Mercury in Roman mythology—symbolize peace and commerce. Over time, this motif became an emblem of the house, surrounded in the carré by four elegant, horse-drawn carriages inspired by early 19th-century carriage-makers’ drawings from Émile Hermès’s personal collection.
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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