A magnificent and grand vintage desk-top magnifying glass / loupe made with it's beautifully cast Hermes Horse head handle, lovely quality to be expected from this most famous of luxury brands. Stamped Hermes, Paris and Made in France either side of the maker's mark for Maison Ravinet d’Enfert of Paris, the silversmith's that created the majority of the silver lines for the iconic Hermes brand. About as luxurious as they get. Very good vintage condition (a knock to the metal on the underside) with a good magnification measuring 5 1/2" x 3 1/8" x 2 1/8". Mid-Century c.1960. Thierry Hermès on the Grands Boulevards in Paris, Hermès began as a humble harness and saddlery workshop serving European noblemen. Over six generations, the family-led business transitioned from equestrian gear into a global luxury empire encompassing leather goods, silver, silk scarves, and ready-to-wear fashion. Originally started by E. Tonnelier in 1845, it became Ravinet d'Enfert in 1891 after Louis Ravinet and Charles d'Enfert joined forces. Famed for Art Nouveau and Art Deco designs, the firm created luxury silverware for elite clients—including custom pieces for Hermès—before closing in 1984. Item: 46022 FREE Worldwide Registered Airmail Directly From the UK FREE Worldwide Shipping Directly From London, England Internal Ref: 46022
Dimensions
Height = 5.4 cm (2")
Width = 14 cm (6")
Depth = 7.9 cm (3")
Hermes, Paris - Equestrian Horse Head Magnifying Glass c.1960
Price
£1,200
| $1,643 USD | €1,400 EUR
Item Ref
46022
Description
A magnificent and grand vintage desk-top magnifying glass / loupe made with it's beautifully cast Hermes Horse head handle, lovely quality to be expected from this most famous of luxury brands. Stamped Hermes, Paris and Made in France either side of the maker's mark for Maison Ravinet d’Enfert of Paris, the silversmith's that created the majority of the silver lines for the iconic Hermes brand. About as luxurious as they get. Very good vintage condition (a knock to the metal on the underside) with a good magnification measuring 5 1/2" x 3 1/8" x 2 1/8". Mid-Century c.1960. Thierry Hermès on the Grands Boulevards in Paris, Hermès began as a humble harness and saddlery workshop serving European noblemen. Over six generations, the family-led business transitioned from equestrian gear into a global luxury empire encompassing leather goods, silver, silk scarves, and ready-to-wear fashion. Originally started by E. Tonnelier in 1845, it became Ravinet d'Enfert in 1891 after Louis Ravinet and Charles d'Enfert joined forces. Famed for Art Nouveau and Art Deco designs, the firm created luxury silverware for elite clients—including custom pieces for Hermès—before closing in 1984. Item: 46022 FREE Worldwide Registered Airmail Directly From the UK FREE Worldwide Shipping Directly From London, England Internal Ref: 46022
Dimensions
Height = 5.4 cm (2")
Width = 14 cm (6")
Depth = 7.9 cm (3")