The history of Hermès, creator of luxury goods that range from leather to home furnishings, jewellery and more, begins in the mid-19th century. In 1837 Thierry Hermès, recognising the demand for high quality harnesses for the carriages of the nobility, opened a shop in Paris. He soon became known as the best in his field, and he counted Napoléon III and his wife, the Empress Eugénie, among his clientele. Eventually, Thierry’s son Charles-Emilie would expand their product line to the manufacture of saddles, boots, whips and importantly, feeding bags, or nosebags. Incidentally, a nosebag is thought to be the design inspiration for Hermes later Picotin handbag. This expertise at working leather gradually evolved into the production of leather handbags, with Hermès releasing its first in 1922. By 1929 it had launched its first collection of women’s fashion, and throughout the 1930s it created many of its most iconic items, from the ‘Kelly’ bag (so-called only decades later, when it was made famous by Grace Kelly in 1956), to its famous silk scarves, later moving on into watches, then perfumes and silk ties in the 1940s. By the 1980s Hermès was a globally recognised brand. Its iconic Birkin bag — said to have been inspired after the director of Hermès sat next to Jane Birkin on a plane, where she complained of handbags never having enough pockets — remains a fashion standard to this day, while its engagement of post-modern fashion designer Martin Margiela and later Jean-Paul Gaultier put it at the cutting edge of fashion through the 1990s and beyond. Today it remains among the world’s most valuable brands.

Hermès

<a href="https://www.sothebys.com/en/buy/fashion/handbag/hermes" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Hermès</a> Etoupe Swift <a href="https://www.sothebys.com/en/buy/fashion/handbag/hermes/kelly" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Kelly</a> Jump Backpack Gold Hardware, 2025<ul><li>The interior is lined in tonal leather</li><li>Includes felt, care booklet, dust bag and box</li><li>This item is final sale and not eligible for return</li><li>This item ships from Hong Kong; applicable import duties, taxes, or fees may be assessed by the destination country. Domestic alternatives may be available.</li></ul>

Etoupe Swift Kelly Jump Backpack Gold Hardware, 2025

Hermès Gold Courchevel Kelly Banana Bum Belt Bag 20 Gold Hardware, 1992<ul><li>The interior is lined in a tonal leather</li><li>Includes shoulder strap, shoulder strap dust bag, dust bag, and box</li><li>This item is final sale and not eligible for return</li></ul>

 Gold Courchevel Kelly Banana Bum Belt Bag 20 Gold Hardware, 1992

<a href="https://www.sothebys.com/en/buy/fashion/handbag/hermes" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Hermès</a>&nbsp;Black&nbsp;Swift&nbsp;<a href="https://www.sothebys.com/en/buy/fashion/handbag/hermes/kelly" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Kelly</a>&nbsp;Jump Backpack Gold Hardware, 2025<ul><li>The interior is lined with tonal leather</li><li>Includes felt, care booklet, dust bag and box</li><li>This item is final sale and not eligible for return</li><li>This item ships from Hong Kong; applicable import duties, taxes, or fees may be assessed by the destination country. Domestic alternatives may be available.</li></ul>

Black Swift Kelly Jump Backpack Gold Hardware, 2025

Hermès Black Swift Kelly Moove Bag Gold Hardware, 2023<ul><li>The interior is lined in a tonal swift leather</li><li>Includes shoulder strap pouch, pouch dust bag, felt protector, care booklet, ribbon, dust bag, and box</li><li>This item is final sale and not eligible for return</li></ul>

Black Swift Kelly Moove Bag Gold Hardware, 2023

<a href="https://www.sothebys.com/en/buy/fashion/handbag/hermes" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Hermès</a> Gold Swift <a href="https://www.sothebys.com/en/buy/fashion/handbag/hermes/kelly" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Kelly</a> Moove Bag Palladium Hardware, 2025<ul><li>The interior is lined in a tonal swift leather</li><li>Includes detachable pouch, pouch dust bag, shoulder strap, shoulder strap dust bag, care booklet, felt protector, dust bag, and box</li><li>This item is final sale and not eligible for return</li></ul>

Gold Swift Kelly Moove Bag Palladium Hardware, 2025

Hermès Rubis Tadelakt Micro Mini Kelly Twilly Bag Charm Gold Hardware, 2022<ul><li>The interior is lined with tonal Chèvre leather</li><li>Includes dust bag and box</li><li>This item is final sale and not eligible for return</li><li>This item ships from Hong Kong; applicable import duties, taxes, or fees may be assessed by the destination country. Domestic alternatives may be available.</li></ul>

Rubis Tadelakt Micro Mini Kelly Twilly Bag Charm Gold Hardware, 2022

Hermès Micro Mini Kelly Twilly Accessoire de sac Doré Chèvre Chamkila Garniture Permabrass, 2024<ul><li>Intérieur doublé de cuir de chèvre du même ton</li><li>Inclus pochon et la boite</li><li>Dimensions 6,5 x 5 x 2 cm</li></ul> Hermès Doré Chèvre Chamkila Micro Mini Kelly Twilly Bag Charm Permabrass Hardware, 2024<ul><li>The interior is lined with tonal chèvre leather</li><li>Includes dustbag, box</li><li>Dimensions: 6,5 x 5 x 2 cm</li></ul>

Doré Chèvre Chamkila Micro Mini Kelly Twilly Bag Charm Permabrass Hardware, 2024

Hermès Black Shiny Niloticus Lizard Micro Mini Twilly Kelly Bag Charm Palladium Hardware, 2019<ul><li>The interior is lined in a tonal chèvre&nbsp;leather</li><li>Includes dust bag and box</li><li>This item is final sale and not eligible for return</li></ul>

Black Shiny Niloticus Lizard Micro Mini Twilly Kelly Bag Charm Palladium Hardware, 2019

<a href="https://www.sothebys.com/en/buy/fashion/handbag/hermes" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Hermès</a> Vintage Rouge H Veau Grain Lisse <a href="https://www.sothebys.com/en/buy/fashion/handbag/hermes/kelly" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Kelly</a> Sport 24 Bag Palladium Hardware, 2001<ul><li>The interior is lined in a tonal leather</li><li>Includes dust bag and box</li><li>This item is final sale and not eligible for return</li></ul>

Vintage Rouge H Veau Grain Lisse Kelly Sport 24 Bag Palladium Hardware, 2001

Handbags & Accessories

Hermès Limited Edition Fauve Barenia and Osier Wicker Picnic Kelly 35 Palladium Hardware, 2017

Hermès Limited Edition Fauve Barenia and Osier Wicker Picnic Kelly 35 Palladium Hardware, 2017 The interior is lined with tonal Chèvre leatherIncludes clochette, lock, keys, felt and dust bagDimensions: 35 x 24 x 18 cm

View 1 of Lot 112: Limited Edition Fauve Barenia and Osier Wicker Picnic Kelly 35 Palladium Hardware, 2017

limited edition fauve barenia and osier wicker picnic kelly 35 palladium hardware, 2017

Hermès Rouge Braise Shiny Niloticus Crocodile Kelly Cut Gold Hardware, 2014

Hermès Rouge Braise Shiny Niloticus Crocodile Kelly Cut Gold Hardware, 2014 The interior is lined with tonal Chèvre leatherIncludes dust bag and boxDimensions: 30 x 13 x 3 cm Endangered species Sotheby’s cannot organize the shipping of this lot. This lot must be picked up in London. A buyer taking this lot outside of the UK is responsible for ensuring that they do so in accordance with all applicable UK laws and regulations. It is a buyer’s responsibility to ensure they are legally importing the lot into the destination country in full compliance with the laws of the country of importation. Sotheby's will not be able to provide any documentation for the export of these lots. Please note that this lot contains endangered or restricted species. Sotheby’s will not be able to assist Buyers with the shipment of lots containing such material. Bidders are advised to make their own enquiries to determine what requirements apply to a given lot before bidding. A Buyer’s inability or delay in obtaining an export or import licence or permit, where required, will not be a legitimate basis for sale cancellation or a delay in payment. When collecting the lot from Sotheby's, VAT will be applied to the purchase of the lot. Sotheby’s Post Sale Services can be reached by telephone (+44 207 293 5220) or email (UK.CX@sothebys.com).

View 1 of Lot 20: Rouge Braise Shiny Niloticus Crocodile Kelly Cut Gold Hardware, 2014

rouge braise shiny niloticus crocodile kelly cut gold hardware, 2014

Hermès Apricot Chèvre Mysore Mini Kelly II 20 Palladium Hardware, 2018

Hermès Apricot Chèvre Mysore Mini Kelly II 20 Palladium Hardware, 2018 The interior is lined with tonal leatherIncludes strap, felt and dust bagDimensions: 20 x 12 x 6 cm

View 1 of Lot 12: Apricot Chèvre Mysore Mini Kelly II 20 Palladium Hardware, 2018

apricot chèvre mysore mini kelly ii 20 palladium hardware, 2018

Hermès Lime Matte Mississippiensis Alligator Kelly 28 Retourné Palladium Hardware, 2017

Hermès Lime Matte Mississippiensis Alligator Kelly 28 Retourné Palladium Hardware, 2017 The interior is lined with tonal leatherIncludes strap, clochette, lock, keys, felt, care booklet, dust bag and boxDimensions: 28 x 22 x 11 cm Endangered species Sotheby’s cannot organize the shipping of this lot. This lot must be picked up in London. A buyer taking this lot outside of the UK is responsible for ensuring that they do so in accordance with all applicable UK laws and regulations. It is a buyer’s responsibility to ensure they are legally importing the lot into the destination country in full compliance with the laws of the country of importation. Sotheby's will not be able to provide any documentation for the export of these lots. Please note that this lot contains endangered or restricted species. Sotheby’s will not be able to assist Buyers with the shipment of lots containing such material. Bidders are advised to make their own enquiries to determine what requirements apply to a given lot before bidding. A Buyer’s inability or delay in obtaining an export or import licence or permit, where required, will not be a legitimate basis for sale cancellation or a delay in payment. When collecting the lot from Sotheby's, VAT will be applied to the purchase of the lot. Sotheby’s Post Sale Services can be reached by telephone (+44 207 293 5220) or email (UK.CX@sothebys.com).

View 1 of Lot 4: Lime Matte Mississippiensis Alligator Kelly 28 Retourné Palladium Hardware, 2017

lime matte mississippiensis alligator kelly 28 retourné palladium hardware, 2017

Hermès Limited Edition Bordeaux Sombrero, Capucine Epsom and Bleu Brighton Clémence Kellygraphie Lettre E Kelly 28 Sellier Palladium Hardware, 2018

Hermès Limited Edition Bordeaux Sombrero, Capucine Epsom and Bleu Brighton Clémence Kellygraphie Lettre E Kelly 28 Sellier Palladium Hardware, 2018 The interior is lined with tonal Chèvre leatherIncludes strap, clochette, lock, keys, felt, care booklet, dust bag and boxDimensions: 28 x 22 x 10 cm

View 1 of Lot 25: Limited Edition Bordeaux Sombrero, Capucine Epsom and Bleu Brighton Clémence Kellygraphie Lettre E Kelly 28 Sellier Palladium Hardware, 2018

limited edition bordeaux sombrero, capucine epsom and bleu brighton clémence kellygraphie lettre e kelly 28 sellier palladium hardware, 2018

Hermès Limited Edition Rouge De Coeur Swift and Osier Wicker Mini Picnic Kelly II 20 Palladium Hardware, 2019

Hermès Limited Edition Rouge De Coeur Swift and Osier Wicker Mini Picnic Kelly II 20 Palladium Hardware, 2019 The interior is partially lined with tonal leatherIncludes strap, care booklet, dust bag and limited edition boxDimensions: 20 x 12 x 6 cm

View 1 of Lot 16: Limited Edition Rouge De Coeur Swift and Osier Wicker Mini Picnic Kelly II 20 Palladium Hardware, 2019

limited edition rouge de coeur swift and osier wicker mini picnic kelly ii 20 palladium hardware, 2019

Hermès Vert D'Eau Matte Mississippiensis Alligator Kelly 32 Retourné Gold Hardware, 2018

Hermès Vert D'Eau Matte Mississippiensis Alligator Kelly 32 Retourné Gold Hardware, 2018 The interior is lined with tonal Chèvre LeatherIncludes strap, clochette, lock, keys, felt, dust bag and boxDimensions: 32 x 23 x 11 cm Endangered species Sotheby’s cannot organize the shipping of this lot. This lot must be picked up in London. A buyer taking this lot outside of the UK is responsible for ensuring that they do so in accordance with all applicable UK laws and regulations. It is a buyer’s responsibility to ensure they are legally importing the lot into the destination country in full compliance with the laws of the country of importation. Sotheby's will not be able to provide any documentation for the export of these lots. Please note that this lot contains endangered or restricted species. Sotheby’s will not be able to assist Buyers with the shipment of lots containing such material. Bidders are advised to make their own enquiries to determine what requirements apply to a given lot before bidding. A Buyer’s inability or delay in obtaining an export or import licence or permit, where required, will not be a legitimate basis for sale cancellation or a delay in payment. When collecting the lot from Sotheby's, VAT will be applied to the purchase of the lot. Sotheby’s Post Sale Services can be reached by telephone (+44 207 293 5220) or email (UK.CX@sothebys.com).

View 1 of Lot 50: Vert D'Eau Matte Mississippiensis Alligator Kelly 32 Retourné Gold Hardware, 2018

vert d'eau matte mississippiensis alligator kelly 32 retourné gold hardware, 2018

Hermès Black Shiny Mississippiensis Alligator Mini Kelly II 20 Gold Hardware, 2016

Hermès Black Shiny Mississippiensis Alligator Mini Kelly II 20 Gold Hardware, 2016 The interior is lined with tonal leatherIncludes strap, felt, dust bag and boxDimensions: 20 x 12 x 6 cm Endangered species Sotheby’s cannot organize the shipping of this lot. This lot must be picked up in London. A buyer taking this lot outside of the UK is responsible for ensuring that they do so in accordance with all applicable UK laws and regulations. It is a buyer’s responsibility to ensure they are legally importing the lot into the destination country in full compliance with the laws of the country of importation. Sotheby's will not be able to provide any documentation for the export of these lots. Please note that this lot contains endangered or restricted species. Sotheby’s will not be able to assist Buyers with the shipment of lots containing such material. Bidders are advised to make their own enquiries to determine what requirements apply to a given lot before bidding. A Buyer’s inability or delay in obtaining an export or import licence or permit, where required, will not be a legitimate basis for sale cancellation or a delay in payment. When collecting the lot from Sotheby's, VAT will be applied to the purchase of the lot. Sotheby’s Post Sale Services can be reached by telephone (+44 207 293 5220) or email (UK.CX@sothebys.com).

View 1 of Lot 88: Black Shiny Mississippiensis Alligator Mini Kelly II 20 Gold Hardware, 2016

black shiny mississippiensis alligator mini kelly ii 20 gold hardware, 2016

Hermès Limited Edition White Swift and Osier Wicker Mini Kelly II 20 Picnic Palladium Hardware, 2021

Hermès Limited Edition White Swift and Osier Wicker Mini Kelly II 20 Picnic Palladium Hardware, 2021 The interior is lined with tonal leatherIncludes strap, care booklet, dust bag and box Dimensions: 20 x 12 x 6 cm

View 1 of Lot 121: Limited Edition White Swift and Osier Wicker Mini Kelly II 20 Picnic Palladium Hardware, 2021

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