Hermès Sous L'Egide de Mars Cashmere Silk 140
Designer: Hermès
Pattern: Sous L'Egide de Mars
Color: White / Pink
Size: 140cm
Material: 70% Cashmere 30% Silk
Artist: Pierre Marie
First Issued: Original Motif 2013
Condition: In very good condition. One run and some fuzziness shown in last photos.
Includes: Box, tag, tissue paper and will always include signature Abigail Goodman gift wrap
From The Hermès Fall-Winter 2013/14 Seasonal Scarf Booklet: At the height of the Italian Renaissance, a major artistic school was born and spread throughout Europe. Known as Mannerism (c.1520-1620), the new style was characterised in particular by its close attention to ornament and detail. Magnificent works of decorative armour were a dazzling testimony to the Mannerist aesthetic of la bella maniera. Motifs often designed by often well-known painters, were recreated in metal, using a wide range of techniques - repoussé work, engraving, gilding, or damascening. One suit of armour might take an entire year to complete, and sometimes two. Here, our invisible but richly-armoured knight has taken the Twelve Labours of Hercules as his symbolic theme. The breastplate, shoulder- and knee-pieces, shield and chamfrain are decorated with medallions recounting each episode. Created in association with the Musée de l'Armée in Paris, and inspired by princely armour of the French School, this carré - entitled Sous l'Egide de Mars ('Under the Aegis of Mars') - is a tribute to the museum's exhibition of the same name, and the fine art of protecting oneself from the blows of enemies while impressing them with finery at the same time.
From The Hermès Spring-Summer 2022 Seasonal Scarf Booklet: The peak of the Renaissance in Italy saw the birth of a style of art called Mannerism (c.1520-1620), which would spread across the whole of Europe. It was characterised by an emphasis on both decoration and details. Designed by an artist. the motifs are transcribed onto repousse, chased, gilded or damascened metal. Here, an invisible knight is sumptuously protected behind representations of the twelve labours of Hercules. Breastplate, pauldrons, poleyns, shield and shaf-fron are decorated with medallions recounting these epi-sodes. This scarf, created in collaboration with the Musée de l'Armée de Paris and entitled Sous l'égide de Mars in tribute to the eponymous exhibition, is inspired by a prince's armour of the French school and illustrates the art of both protecting oneself and intimidating an opponent.
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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