Hermès Le Songe de Poliphile 90
Designer: Hermès
Pattern: Le Songe de Poliphile
Color: White
Size: 90cm
Material: 100% Silk
Artist: Michel Duchene
First Issued: Original Motif 1998
Condition: In excellent condition. I don't see any notable signs of wear.
Includes: Just the scarf, but will always include signature Abigail goodman gift wrap.
Why I Love This Pattern: This scarf is inspired by the book Hypnerotomachia Poliphili. It's a slightly bizarre, dreamlike book from 1499, and considered one of the most beautiful early printed books. The title roughly translates to The Strife of Love in a Dream, and that’s exactly what it is one long, surreal dream sequence where the main character, Poliphilo, wanders through fantastical landscapes in search of his love, Polia. Along the way, he encounters elaborate architecture, strange rituals, and mythical creatures. The story is a mix of Latin, Italian, and made-up words, making it as mysterious as it is visually stunning. It’s part romance, part fever dream, and part architectural treatise basically, a Renaissance deep dive into love, beauty, and the unconscious mind.
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 shipping & 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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