Hermès Kelly 20 Sellier Owl Print Turquoise Silk & Rouge Vif Box Calf Gold Hardware

Hermès Kelly 20 Sellier Owl Print Turquoise Silk & Rouge Vif Box Calf Gold Hardware

The original design for the Mini Kelly 20 was subtly different from today’s Kelly 20: slightly taller and deeper, with a distinctive round top-handle known among collectors as the ‘bracelet handle.’ These vintage Kelly 20s are exceptionally rare, the product of a time when Hermès’ global footprint and production were a fraction of what they are today. The rarest of all are the silk-panel editions—coveted objects of fascination even among the world’s top Hermès collectors. Over decades at JaneFinds, only a handful have surfaced.

This particular example showcases a joyful, repeating owl motif on a turquoise silk ground, framed in vivid Rouge Vif Box Calf leather and finished with radiant gold hardware. Dated to 1992 and preserved in remarkable condition, it is a wearable work of art—proof of Hermès’ unrivaled creativity and a crown jewel for any connoisseur’s collection.

• Condition: 2 – Excellent
• Dimensions: 20cm W × 14cm H × 7cm D
• Stamp: 1992, V Circle
• Color: Turquoise (Owl Print) & Rouge Vif
• Material: Silk and Box Calf Leather
• Hardware: Gold

JaneFinds Collector’s Insight: Vintage silk-panel Mini Kellys, especially in whimsical motifs like this owl print, are true unicorns in the Hermès world. Their scarcity and playful artistry make them standouts in any top-tier collection.

JaneFinds Resale Insight: Ultra-rare, vintage Mini Kellys with silk panels routinely command premium pricing at auction, especially in excellent condition. They represent both an aesthetic triumph and a sound long-term investment.

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