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“Engrenage” Handbag, 1950s

£3,000

A classic and elegant early 1950s Hermès ladies handbag, known as the "Engrenage" model. It is expertly crafted in smooth black leather (typically Box Calf) and accented with refined gold-tone hardware. This vintage piece embodies timeless sophistication, featuring a refined, structured silhouette and a top handle. It is a highly coveted collector's item and an iconic example of mid-century French heritage luxury.

The “Engrenage” model is a profound example of Hermès’s commitment to timeless, functional design, predating more famous styles like the Kelly. Its structured shape and use of classic Box leather and gilt hardware place it firmly within the post-war era of restrained, impeccable luxury. The name, which means “gear” or “mechanism,” subtly alludes to the precise engineering of its hardware and closure, signifying Hermès’s mastery of both material and craft

Model Name: Hermès “Engrenage”
Handbag Date/Period: Early 1950s Primary
Material: Black Leather (Likely Box Calf)
Hardware: Gold-tone Accents: Structured Silhouette, Top Handle
Dimensions: 24 { cm } (W) 18 (H) times 5 { cm } (D)