Hermès, Paris - Large Equestrian Horse Head Desk Clip c.1960
Price
£1,800
| $2,407 USD | €2,152 EUR
Item Ref
46085
Description
An impressive oversized desk clip / paperweight, a heavily weighted, tension clip crafted from high-quality silver plate designed by the creme de la creme of luxury designers and retailers, Maison Hermès of Paris. This exclusive piece was crafted in France, typically dating from circa 1960. During this era, Hermès heavily expanded its lifestyle and desk accessories, frequently collaborating with renowned French silversmith companies like Ravinet d'Enfert to produce high-end metalwork. Signed on the underside "Hermès, Paris / Made in France" and the makers mark for Ravinet d'Enfert.Just back from our silversmith's workshop where it has been professionally cleaned and polished, restoring it to it's former glory.
Hermès began in 1837 when Thierry Hermès established an elite harness and saddle workshop in Paris. For its first century, the house focused entirely on equipping the European nobility with leather equestrian goods.
However, as automobiles began replacing horses in the 1920s and 1930s, the family pivoted to lifestyle accessories, travel gear, and luxury home goods. This shift birthed Herm
Hermès Homeware and Barware, translating Hermès, Paris - Large Equestrian Horse Head Desk Clip c.1960heavy saddlery techniques into elegant interior pieces.
Excellent condition measuring 8 3/4" x 2" x 2 1/2" tall.
Item: 46085
Internal Ref: 46085
Dimensions
Height = 6.35 cm (3")Width = 22.23 cm (9")
Depth = 5.08 cm (2")
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