Hermès L’Instructions du Roy Maxi Twilly
Designer: Hermès
Pattern: L’Instructions du Roy
Color: Orange
Size: 68" x 12" Inches
Material: 100% Silk
Artist: Henri d'Origny
First Issued: Original Motif 1993
Condition: In very good condition. One area of discoloration shown in last photo.
Includes: Box, tag, ribbon tissue paper and will always include signature Abigail Goodman gift wrap
Notes: Inspired by “The King’s Instruction in the Exercise of Horse Riding,” a 17th-century manual by Antoine de Pluvinel for King Louis XIII of France. Pluvinel believed that kindness was more effective than severity when training horses, treating them not as machines but as responsive, sentient beings. He founded a riding academy in Paris and wrote his renowned guide as a dialogue with the young king, accompanied by exquisite etchings by Crispin de Pas. Henri d’Origny’s design draws on this tradition, pairing steel bits with braided fabric reins. Also, how incredible is the detail in the jacquard?!
From The Hermes Fall-Winter 1993/94 Seasonal Scarf Booklet: The advantage of being a king is that one usually had this role from birth, and was raised for it. A king's masters neglected nothing that could help him reign in the best way. And the skill taught most carefully was riding. How could one rule a kingdom if one could not manage a horse? Monsieur de Pluvinel hoped that his royal pupil would be "an attractive and good rider", because then he would be this kind of king, as well...
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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