Vintage Hermès Bolide 45 SOIES VOLANTES Rouge H Box and Velvet Travel Bag

Vintage Hermès Bolide 45 SOIES VOLANTES Rouge H Box and Velvet Travel Bag

Experience the pinnacle of Hermès artistry with this extraordinary Bolide 45 "SOIES VOLANTES"—a true one-of-one travel bag, originally custom-created for the Hermès Paris windows in 1991. Designed by the acclaimed Loic Dubigeon, it features an arresting combination of Rouge H Box leather and sumptuous velvet in shades of red, orange, brown, and burgundy, all adorned with Dubigeon’s iconic flying silks motif. The interior is lined in vintage “vieux rose” doblis, marked by gold-stamped Hermès Paris insignia and the rare 1991 U stamp. Bearing subtle, characterful signs of age, this bag is an unrivaled collector’s artifact that bridges the worlds of haute maroquinerie and Parisian window art—its singular existence underscores both rarity and Hermès’ tradition of creativity without limits.

• Condition: Excellent (light signs of wear consistent with age)
• Stamp: 1991, U
• Color: Rouge H, multicolor velvet
• Material: Box Leather, Velvet, Doblís Lining
• Hardware: Gold-tone
• Dimensions: 45cm (contact for exact sizing and additional details)

JaneFinds Collector’s Insight:
Custom-made for Hermès’ own Parisian display, this Bolide is a true one-off—a bridge between the house’s storied window art tradition and functional, high-craft leatherwork. For collectors, the provenance and uniqueness place it among the most significant Hermès pieces in circulation.

JaneFinds Resale Insight:
Window commission pieces seldom reach the public, and their crossover appeal to both Hermès and art collectors drives exceptional demand. As a one-of-one, this Bolide is not only an heirloom-grade acquisition but a potential future centerpiece for Hermès exhibitions or museum retrospectives.

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