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>&nbsp;Bubblegum Pink Ostrich Mini <a href="https://www.sothebys.com/en/buy/fashion/handbag/hermes/kelly" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Kelly</a> Jump Backpack Palladium Hardwrae, 2024<ul><li>The interior is lined in a tonal leather</li><li>Includes detachable strap</li><li>This item is final sale and not eligible for return</li></ul> Please allow up to 3-5 business days for estimated shipping

Bubblegum Pink Ostrich Mini Kelly Jump Backpack Palladium Hardwrae, 2024

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

Handbags & Accessories 

Hermès Jaune Citron Epsom Kelly-To-Go Wallet Gold Hardware, 2019

Hermès Jaune Citron Epsom Kelly-To-Go Wallet Gold Hardware, 2019 This item is lined with tonal Chèvre leatherIncludes strap and dust bagDimension: 19.7 x 11.5 x 1.5 cm

View 1 of Lot 158: Jaune Citron Epsom Kelly-To-Go Wallet Gold Hardware, 2019

jaune citron epsom kelly-to-go wallet gold hardware, 2019

Set of Two: Hermès Limited Edition Doré Chèvre Chamkilight Metallic Mini Kelly II 20 Permabrass Hardware, 2025 and Hermès Doré Chèvre Chamkila Micro Mini Kelly Twilly Bag Charm Permabrass Hardware, 2025

Set of Two: Hermès Limited Edition Doré Chèvre Chamkilight Metallic Mini Kelly II 20 Permabrass Hardware, 2025 and Hermès Doré Chèvre Chamkila Micro Mini Kelly Twilly Bag Charm Permabrass Hardware, 2025 Hermès Limited Edition Dore Chèvre Chamkilight Metallic Mini Kelly II 20 Permabrass Hardware, 2025 The interior is lined with tonal lambskinIncludes strap, dust bag and boxDimensions: 20 x 12 x 6 cm Hermès Doré Chèvre Chamkila Micro Mini Kelly Twilly Bag Charm Permabrass Hardware, 2025 The interior is lined with tonal Chèvre leatherIncludes boxDimensions: 6,5 x 5 x 2 cm

View 1 of Lot 7: Set of Two: Hermès Limited Edition Doré Chèvre Chamkilight Metallic Mini Kelly II 20 Permabrass Hardware, 2025 and Hermès Doré Chèvre Chamkila Micro Mini Kelly Twilly Bag Charm Permabrass Hardware, 2025

set of two: hermès limited edition doré chèvre chamkilight metallic mini kelly ii 20 permabrass hardware, 2025 and hermès doré chèvre chamkila micro mini kelly twilly bag charm permabrass hardware, 2025

Hermès Orange Doblis Kelly Pochette Gold Hardware, 2005

Hermès Orange Doblis Kelly Pochette Gold Hardware, 2005 The interior is lined with tonal leatherIncludes felt, dust bag and boxDimensions: 22 x 14 x 7.5 cm

View 1 of Lot 17: Orange Doblis Kelly Pochette Gold Hardware, 2005

orange doblis kelly pochette gold hardware, 2005

Hermès Black Box Mini Kelly II 20 Palladium Hardware, 2025

Hermès Black Box Mini Kelly II 20 Palladium Hardware, 2025 The interior is lined with tonal leatherIncludes strap and dust bagDimensions : 20 x 12 x 6 cm

View 1 of Lot 21: Black Box Mini Kelly II 20 Palladium Hardware, 2025

black box mini kelly ii 20 palladium hardware, 2025

Hermès Nata Epsom Verso Biscuit Kelly 25 Sellier Palladium Hardware, 2022

Hermès Nata Epsom Verso Biscuit Kelly 25 Sellier Palladium Hardware, 2022 The interior is lined with tonal Chèvre leatherIncludes strap, clochette, lock, 2 keys, felt, care booklet, dust bag and boxDimensions: 25 x 18 x 9 cm

View 1 of Lot 37: Nata Epsom Verso Biscuit Kelly 25 Sellier Palladium Hardware, 2022

nata epsom verso biscuit kelly 25 sellier palladium hardware, 2022

Hermès Bleu Tempête Shiny Niloticus Crocodile Kelly 25 Sellier Palladium Hardware, 2016

Hermès Bleu Tempête Shiny Niloticus Crocodile Kelly 25 Sellier Palladium Hardware, 2016 The interior is lined with tonal leatherIncludes strap, clochette, lock, 2 keys, felt and dust bagDimension: 25 x 16 x 9 cm CITES NOTICE: This lot must either be shipped to its final destination within Switzerland or personally picked up in Zurich. A buyer taking this lot outside of Switzerland is responsible for ensuring that they do so in accordance with all applicable Swiss 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. Please familiarize yourself with the applicable Swiss laws and the laws of the country of importation before bidding on this lot. A failure to obtain any required export and/or import permits from the applicable authority (and any consequences from failing to transport this lot in accordance with applicable laws and regulations) is not a ground for cancellation of the sale of the lot. Please note that the ability to obtain an export permit or certificate does not ensure the ability to obtain an import permit or certificate in another country, or vice versa. Should you choose to personally pick up the property from Sotheby’s, VAT will be applied against the purchase of the lot. Sotheby’s Post Sale Services can be reached by email (CH.CX@sothebys.com).

View 1 of Lot 29: Bleu Tempête Shiny Niloticus Crocodile Kelly 25 Sellier Palladium Hardware, 2016

bleu tempête shiny niloticus crocodile kelly 25 sellier palladium hardware, 2016

Hermès Rouge Tomate Togo Kelly 32 Retourné Palladium Hardware, 2018

Hermès Rouge Tomate Togo Kelly 32 Retourné Palladium Hardware, 2018 The interior is lined with tonal Chèvre leather Includes strap, clochette, lock and 2 keysDimensions: 32 x 23 x 10.5 cm

View 1 of Lot 80: Rouge Tomate Togo Kelly 32 Retourné Palladium Hardware, 2018

rouge tomate togo kelly 32 retourné palladium hardware, 2018

Hermès Vert Yucca Epsom Kelly 25 Sellier Palladium Hardware, 2023

Hermès Vert Yucca Epsom Kelly 25 Sellier Palladium Hardware, 2023 The interior is lined with with tonal Chèvre leatherIncludes strap, clochette, lock, 2 keys and dust bagDimensions: 25 x 18 x 10 cm

View 1 of Lot 55: Vert Yucca Epsom Kelly 25 Sellier Palladium Hardware, 2023

vert yucca epsom kelly 25 sellier palladium hardware, 2023

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 Togo Kelly 50 Voyage Retourné Palladium Hardware, 2004

Hermès Black Togo Kelly 50 Voyage Retourné Palladium Hardware, 2004 The interior is lined with tonal Chèvre leatherIncludes strap, clochette, lock, 2 keys and dust bagDimensions: 50 x 40,64 x 25,4 cm

View 1 of Lot 139: Black Togo Kelly 50 Voyage Retourné Palladium Hardware, 2004

black togo kelly 50 voyage retourné palladium hardware, 2004

Hermès Black Togo Kelly 28 Retourné Gold Hardware, 2026

Hermès Black Togo Kelly 28 Retourné Gold Hardware, 2026 The interior is lined with tonal leatherIncludes strap, clochette, lock, 2 keys, felt, dust bag and boxDimensions: 28 x 22 x 10 cm

View 1 of Lot 147: Black Togo Kelly 28 Retourné Gold Hardware, 2026

black togo kelly 28 retourné gold hardware, 2026

Hermès Gold Epsom Kelly 25 Sellier Gold Hardware, 2026

Hermès Gold Epsom Kelly 25 Sellier Gold Hardware, 2026 The interior is lined with tonal Chèvre leatherIncludes strap, clochette, lock, 2 keys, felt, care booklet, dust bag and boxDimensions : 25 x 19 x 9 cm

View 1 of Lot 91: Gold Epsom Kelly 25 Sellier Gold Hardware, 2026

gold epsom kelly 25 sellier gold hardware, 2026

Hermès Vintage Black Shiny Mississippiensis Alligator Kelly 32 Gold Hardware

Hermès Vintage Black Shiny Mississippiensis Alligator Kelly 32 Gold Hardware The interior is lined with tonal Chèvre leatherIncludes clochette, lock, 2 keys, dust bag and boxDimension: 32 x 23 x 10.5 cmThe sangles have been replaced by Hermès, and the year stamp is no longer legible. CITES NOTICE: This lot must either be shipped to its final destination within Switzerland or personally picked up in Zurich. A buyer taking this lot outside of Switzerland is responsible for ensuring that they do so in accordance with all applicable Swiss 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. Please familiarize yourself with the applicable Swiss laws and the laws of the country of importation before bidding on this lot. A failure to obtain any required export and/or import permits from the applicable authority (and any consequences from failing to transport this lot in accordance with applicable laws and regulations) is not a ground for cancellation of the sale of the lot. Please note that the ability to obtain an export permit or certificate does not ensure the ability to obtain an import permit or certificate in another country, or vice versa. Should you choose to personally pick up the property from Sotheby’s, VAT will be applied against the purchase of the lot. Sotheby’s Post Sale Services can be reached by email (CH.CX@sothebys.com).

View 1 of Lot 141: Vintage Black Shiny Mississippiensis Alligator Kelly 32 Gold Hardware

vintage black shiny mississippiensis alligator kelly 32 gold hardware

Hermès Etoupe Swift Kelly Pochette Palladium Hardware, 2025

Hermès Etoupe Swift Kelly Pochette Palladium Hardware, 2025 The interior is lined with tonal leatherIncludes felt, dust bag and boxDimensions: 22 x 12 x 6 cm

View 1 of Lot 114: Etoupe Swift Kelly Pochette Palladium Hardware, 2025

etoupe swift kelly pochette palladium hardware, 2025

Hermès Anémone Swift Kelly Pochette Palladium Hardware, 2010

Hermès Anémone Swift Kelly Pochette Palladium Hardware, 2010 The interior is lined with tonal lambskinIncludes felt, dust bag and boxDimensions : 22 x 12 x 6 cm

View 1 of Lot 75: Anémone Swift Kelly Pochette Palladium Hardware, 2010

anémone swift kelly pochette palladium hardware, 2010

Hermès Black Box Kelly Cut Palladium Hardware, 2008

Hermès Black Box Kelly Cut Palladium Hardware, 2008 The interior is lined with tonal leatherIncludes dust bag and boxDimensions: 30 x 12 x 2 cm

View 1 of Lot 125: Black Box Kelly Cut Palladium Hardware, 2008

black box kelly cut palladium hardware, 2008

Hermès Ardoise Epsom Kelly 28 Sellier Permabrass Hardware, 2024

Hermès Ardoise Epsom Kelly 28 Sellier Permabrass Hardware, 2024 The interior is lined with tonal leatherIncludes strap, clochette, lock, 2 keys, felt, care booklet, dust bag and boxDimensions: 28 x 22 x 10 cm

View 1 of Lot 109: Ardoise Epsom Kelly 28 Sellier Permabrass Hardware, 2024

ardoise epsom kelly 28 sellier permabrass hardware, 2024

Hermès Black Box Kelly 25 Sellier Palladium Hardware, 2025

Hermès Black Box Kelly 25 Sellier Palladium Hardware, 2025 The interior is lined with tonal leatherIncludes: clochette, lock, 2 keys, strap and dust bagDimensions: 25 x 19 x 9 cm

View 1 of Lot 121: Black Box Kelly 25 Sellier Palladium Hardware, 2025

black box kelly 25 sellier palladium hardware, 2025

Hermès Black Chèvre Kelly 25 Sellier Gold Hardware, 2022

Hermès Black Chèvre Kelly 25 Sellier Gold Hardware, 2022 The interior is lined with tonal Chèvre leatherIncludes clochette, lock, 2 keys, strap and dust bagDimensions: 25 x 19 x 9 cm

View 1 of Lot 122: Black Chèvre Kelly 25 Sellier Gold Hardware, 2022

black chèvre kelly 25 sellier gold hardware, 2022

Hermès Black Ardennes Kelly 35 Sellier Shooting Star Gold Hardware

Hermès Black Ardennes Kelly 35 Sellier Shooting Star Gold Hardware The interior is lined with tonal Chèvre leatherIncludes clochette, lock, 2 keys and dust bagDimensions: 35 x 24 x 12 cm

View 1 of Lot 146: Black Ardennes Kelly 35 Sellier Shooting Star Gold Hardware

black ardennes kelly 35 sellier shooting star gold hardware

Hermès Bamboo Swift Kelly Cut Palladium Hardware, 2015

Hermès Bamboo Swift Kelly Cut Palladium Hardware, 2015 The interior is lined with tonal leatherIncludes dust bag and boxDimensions: 30 x 13 x 3 cm

View 1 of Lot 56: Bamboo Swift Kelly Cut Palladium Hardware, 2015

bamboo swift kelly cut palladium hardware, 2015

Hermès Etoupe Togo Kelly 32 Retourné Palladium Hardware, 2009

Hermès Etoupe Togo Kelly 32 Retourné Palladium Hardware, 2009 The interior is lined in tonal Chèvre leather Includes strap, clochette, lock, 2 keys and dust bagDimensions: 32 x 23 x 10.5 cm

View 1 of Lot 113: Etoupe Togo Kelly 32 Retourné Palladium Hardware, 2009

etoupe togo kelly 32 retourné palladium hardware, 2009

Hermès Lipstick Box Kelly 32 Sellier Gold Hardware, 2017

Hermès Lipstick Box Kelly 32 Sellier Gold Hardware, 2017 The interior is lined with tonal Chèvre leather Includes strap, clochette, lock, 2 keys, rain protection and dust bagDimensions: 32 x 23 x 10.5 cm

View 1 of Lot 49: Lipstick Box Kelly 32 Sellier Gold Hardware, 2017

lipstick box kelly 32 sellier gold hardware, 2017

Hermès Nata Swift Kelly Pochette Palladium Hardware, 2024

Hermès Nata Swift Kelly Pochette Palladium Hardware, 2024 The interior is lined with tonal lambskin leatherIncludes dust bag and boxDimensions: 22 x 12 x 6 cm

View 1 of Lot 34: Nata Swift Kelly Pochette Palladium Hardware, 2024

nata swift kelly pochette palladium hardware, 2024

Hermès Etain Togo Kelly 28 Retourné Palladium Hardware, 2019

Hermès Etain Togo Kelly 28 Retourné Palladium Hardware, 2019 The interior is lined with with tonal leatherIncludes strap, clochette, lock, 2 keys and dust bagDimensions 28 x 20 x 12 cm

View 1 of Lot 201: Etain Togo Kelly 28 Retourné Palladium Hardware, 2019

etain togo kelly 28 retourné palladium hardware, 2019

Hermès Black Epsom Kelly 25 Sellier Palladium Hardware, 2024

Hermès Black Epsom Kelly 25 Sellier Palladium Hardware, 2024 The interior is lined with tonal Chèvre leatherIncludes strap, clochette, lock, 2 keys, felt and dust bagDimensions: 25 x 18 x 9 cm

View 1 of Lot 19: Black Epsom Kelly 25 Sellier Palladium Hardware, 2024

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