Rare Hermès · Curated by Jane
Hermès Minaudière 18 petit h Graphite, Fuchsia, Poussiere Porosus Crocodile & Calf Gold Hardware Bag
The petit h workshops under the Hermès brand have crafted an unorthodox and innovative approach to creation that reverses the traditional process.
The object record
- Condition
- 1 – Pristine
- Material
- Porosus Crocodile
- Made in
- France
- Color
- Graphite, Fuchsia and Poussière
- Metallic finish
- Gold
- Care
- Porosus Crocodile: Exotic skin is not interchangeable with other leathers for treatment: a product intended for one may be unsuitable for another. Protect from humidity, prolonged light and extreme heat, and seek an appropriate assessment before treatment. Care Guide
These workshops often begin with pre-existing materials, letting them guide the design of the objects born from their innate qualities. This unique method is founded on the elements of surprise and ephemerality, and the finished products are typically one-of-a-kind pieces or very limited editions. The enchanting tales of these exceptional creations are narrated in the Hermès boutique located on Rue de Sèvres in Paris, while also making occasional appearances at Hermès stores worldwide.
Among these unique creations is a particular piece from the petit h collection, the Hermès Minaudière handbag, crafted from graphite and shiny porous crocodile. This handbag stands as a singular entity in the world, boasting a palette of Graphite, Fuchsia, Poussière and Paille croc sides, which is subtly accentuated by the elegant gold Hermès hardware. Its rarity and unique design earmark it as a piece that belongs to the most distinguished and exclusive personal collections.
Collector's Insight:
Porosus Crocodile production is constrained by raw material scarcity and limited annual output. Allocation within Hermès exotic bag production is among the most selective in the house.
Resale Insight:
Accessories in high-demand colors and materials like this continue to see strong performance on the secondary market due to limited boutique availability.
Condition, defined +
Every piece is graded on the JANEFINDS five-tier scale: 1 Pristine, 2 Excellent, 3 Very Good, 4 Good, 5 Vintage, Well-Loved. Each tier is defined in writing in The Condition Guide.
The JANEFINDS standard +
Every piece is authenticated in-house and individually inspected, and ships with a JANEFINDS Certificate of Authenticity.
Delivery and payment +
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Returns +
This piece is final sale and is not eligible for return or refund. Full details in our Returns and Exchanges policy.
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The Condition Guide
