A VERY RARE DARK RED CROCODILE HAUT À COURROIES
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A VERY RARE DARK RED CROCODILE HAUT À COURROIES

HERMÈS, 1972

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A VERY RARE DARK RED CROCODILE HAUT À COURROIES
HERMÈS, 1972
polished brass hardware, with dustbag, keyfob and padlock
Crocodylus porosus
45cm
Blindstamp B
Special Notice
No VAT will be charged on the hammer price, but VAT at 15% will be added to the buyer's premium which is invoiced on a VAT inclusive basis.
Sale Room Notice
This item may be subject to export restrictions. It is the sole responsibility of the purchaser to obtain any necessary permissions.

Lot Essay

The Haut à Courroies was first designed by Hermès circa 1900, originally to carry equestrian kit, including saddles. It quickly became popular as a travel bag, and ultimately inspired the Birkin. It is the oldest travel bag still in production at Hermès.

This example is extraordinarily rare. Hermès produce no more than 5 crocodile bags of this size a year, and fewer in such a rich colour.

This item may be subject to export and/or import restrictions. It is the sole responsibility of the purchaser to obtain any necessary permissions.

Sold with a letter of origin from Hermès. See department for details.

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