Vintage Hermès Silk Twill Carré 85 cm, Golden Sun Medallion and Celestial Blue Print Scarf

Hermès solar iconography rendered in silk: a radiant golden sun with an anthropomorphic face, regal and symmetrical, set against saturated lapis blue. The gold radiates like illuminated manuscript detailing, and the composition belongs to the house’s long tradition of allegorical scarf design.

The Piece

Around the central sun ripple celestial geometry, astrological framing and maritime echoes. The anthropomorphic face recalls Renaissance engravings and 17th-century astronomical plates; Hermès returns again and again to cosmic themes of time, navigation, royal symbolism and Enlightenment iconography. Here the sun stands for authority, illumination and cyclical time.

The lower border carries Roman numerals within a structured frame, suggesting a clock or astrolabe, while the outer field of deep blue is scattered with stars, reinforcing the navigational and cosmic narrative. Nothing here is random ornament; it is structured celestial language. Hermès scarves are storytelling devices, and this one speaks of navigation, sovereignty and the golden age of exploration.

The carré measures 85 × 85 cm, slightly smaller than the classic 90 cm format. The 85 cm size often indicates older production runs, transitional-era pieces or market-specific releases. The drape points to classic silk twill, woven rather than printed on flat polyester, and the depth of color saturation is consistent with the house’s silk.

Details

• Maker: Hermès
• Format: Carré
• Material: Silk twill (classic Hermès construction indicated by the drape)
• Color: Lapis to royal blue ground with gold
• Measurements: 85 × 85 cm
• Motifs: Anthropomorphic golden sun; celestial geometry; Roman numeral border; star scatter

Condition

• Condition rated 7/10: visible signs of use but no serious flaws.
• Collectors may wish to request close views of the edges and the hand-rolled hem, which are central to the value of a Hermès carré.

Authenticity & Care

Classic Hermès silk twill in the less common 85 cm format; the depth of color saturation is consistent with the house’s printing. Every piece is examined and documented in Japan before dispatch and is offered with the Japonista authenticity guarantee.

Delivery from Japan

Packed by hand in Japan and shipped insured and tracked by EMS or an equivalent express service. Import duties and taxes, where applicable, are payable on arrival. Returns follow our published policy.

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