I was happy to learn that this scarf (below) from my collection was one of the earliest. Jue des Omnibus et Dames Blanche, dates from 1937.I would not call this the definitive book on Hermes. The text is overly flowery me me "How to put into words that elegance, that delightful languor" or 'It inspires infinite harmonies and a thousand tales, yet it seems disarmingly natural, too. It inspires endless contemplation and moulds itself voluptuously to each persons desires".....Well, I have about 50 Hermes scarves and it hasn't done that for me yet.
Some of the text pages are awkwardly laid out, with a photo smack bang in the middle that make it difficult to read.
However, I have gained some information, not enough though. I would like to see how and where these lovely scarves are printed, and have a full catalog of the over 2000 designs printed. I still have a million questions.
Must say there are a couple that really appeal to me and I would not mind picking up for the right price (and you know how much that is ) Both are designed by Jean-Louise Clerk
Must say there are a couple that really appeal to me and I would not mind picking up for the right price (and you know how much that is ) Both are designed by Jean-Louise ClerkLes Boxes in 2006, and Paddock designed 50 years before in 1955.
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Talking of scarves, here is a fascinating treasury we all need a beautiful scarf, that features one I have for sale. Barbara put this together, her shop RustisVogue has lots of fab vintage patterns amongst other things.
Two vintage saris popped up in these treasuries
Cozy by the Fire...put together by an expat buddy PeonyForest... this was her first treasury and she did a smashing job ,check out her darling shop.
and Ornate and Opulent items chosen by SarahZambiasiArt a talented and original artist.
Molds itself voluptuously? Wow! Guess I'd better get me one of those scarves because I've always wanted to be voluptuous.
ReplyDeleteSimply divine offerings in your post. Sorry that the book took so long to arrive and was lacking vital information. When I read "The Widow Clicquot: The Story of a Champagne Empire and the Woman Who Ruled It" I felt similar to you. I wanted more actual info on the widow---the Widow was sadly missing and the book overly wordy.
ReplyDeleteBut how delicious is this writing: "infinite harmonies and a thousand tales, yet it seems disarmingly natural, too. It inspires endless contemplation and moulds itself voluptuously to each persons desires"
yum,yum, moulding to my desire... an AD man wrote that.
Love the old keys on your French connection La Manche.
Voluptuous?! I think I need that masterclass in tying my hermes scarf.
ReplyDeleteLovely photos! I've given you a blog award, visit my blog to see it! :) x
ReplyDeleteVery interesting read and wonderful images!
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