The Bastia is an exercise in structural reduction. By using a single piece of leather, Hermès removes the need for stitching, allowing the material’s innate rigidity to define the form. To own this piece is to share a part of a road with an object that possesses a beautiful, clinical provenance—its Epsom grain is engineered for maximum durability and light reflection. It serves as a sophisticated companion that offers archival permanence through its uncompromising architectural simplicity.
Model: Hermès Bastia; Date
Stamp: M in Square (2009);
Material: Epsom Calfskin;
Color: White;
Dimensions: 8.5w x 8h cm;
Hardware: Palladium-plated;
Condition: Grade B (Archival vintage).
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