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A Hermes Ebene box calf leather mini Constance bag. Size mini.…
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Auction Location:
Auckland
Date:
26-Jun-2023
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Description:
A Hermes Ebene box calf leather mini Constance bag. Size mini. Made in France. Crafted from box calf leather in Ebene with tonal stitching, gusseted sides, a leather shoulder strap and iconic oversize H clasp in Palladium. Interior has two separate compartments, both with slip pockets. Palladium hardware. Bag dimensions 18 cm x 15 cm. Shoulder strap drop 52 cm. Stamped X. Production period 2016. Comes together with dust bag. The ever-popular Hermes Constance bag continues to capture the hearts of generations. The Constance is an unmistakable Hermes design with its statement adornment of the Maison's 'H'. It is classic, iconic, practical and just a little bit sporty to perfectly accent any women's casual confidence. The letter innovatively functions as both a design logo and a clasp, with a concealed spring-loaded mechanism that firmly fixes the opening flap. The Constance is considered to be one of 'the big three' Hermes handbags alongside the Birkin and the Kelly, but with its own signature personality. Constance in French means constancy 'to be faithful, reliable, steadfast and have perseverance, which are all synonymous with the Hermes' design of the Constance handbag. It is a timeless piece, fit for any outfit. It was first released in 1959 and was instantly loved by many, including first lady Jacqueline Kennedy, whose frequent sporting of the bag grew its global adoration. The bag was named after draftswomen and creator Catherine Chaillet's fifth daughter. Chaillet considered the Constance a true labour of love which is still the case today. Each bag takes a Hermes artisan between 14-18 to construct a single Constance, proving the bag to be a sincere celebration of Hermes' exquisite craftsmanship. The Constance's elegant shape and functional design have been reinterpreted and re-stylised for a modern audience and can now be seen in many variations of Hermes leathers and colours.
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Costume & Dressing Accessories: Handbags & Purses