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OVERVIEW
A highly collectible Hermès Paris Carré 90 silk scarf featuring “Sulfure & Presse-Papiers II,” designed by Caty Latham, one of the house\'s most prolific and recognizable scarf artists.
The design is a later and more closely focused interpretation of Latham\'s celebrated 1979 “Sulfures et Presse-Papiers” composition. The original motif was devoted to decorative glass paperweights, while the “II” version was introduced for Hermès Fall/Winter 2002/03, enlarging and abstracting those extraordinary millefiori forms into a far more graphic composition.
This example appears in a striking deep purple / violet-blue colorway with lavender, white, red, green, yellow and orange details.
Its combination of historical Hermès design lineage, Caty Latham authorship and highly recognizable glass-paperweight imagery makes it much more interesting than a generic Carré 90.
DESIGN HISTORY
The historical background is particularly strong on this model.
Caty Latham\'s original “Sulfures et Presse-Papiers” was first issued in 1979. Collector references describe the first edition as having been associated with the world of collectible glass paperweights, particularly French nineteenth-century examples.
Hermès subsequently returned to the theme in 2002 with “Sulfures et Presse-Papiers II,” effectively creating a magnified/detail reinterpretation of the earlier artwork rather than simply repeating the original layout. Independent Hermès scarf references and resale archives consistently identify the II design as a 2002 release by Caty Latham.
That lineage gives the piece a genuine archival story:
1979 original motif → 2002 “II” reinterpretation → later-production Carré represented here.
THE STORY BEHIND THE DESIGN
The Fall/Winter 2002/03 Hermès seasonal booklet connected the scarf to the history of paperweights as practical and decorative objects, referencing the usefulness of keeping loose manuscripts secured on a desk and the visual magic of decorative “sulphur” or glass paperweights.
The scarf transforms these objects into almost celestial decorative forms.
The motifs resemble millefiori glass paperweights, with:
- concentric flower rosettes
- intricate geometric glass patterns
- radiating floral arrangements
- jewel-like circular structures
- stars and miniature botanical forms
- highly detailed colored canes
- layered glass-inspired ornamentation
The result is one of Caty Latham\'s more abstract and visually modern Hermès designs.
ARTIST
Caty Latham
Latham is one of the major long-running Hermès scarf designers, with a body of work extending over several decades.
Her Hermès catalogue includes celebrated designs such as:
Les Clés, Brandebourgs, Ferronnerie, Washington\'s Carriage, Gaucho, Correspondance, Soleil de Soie, Bolduc au Carré, Carnets de Bal and many others.
“Sulfure & Presse-Papiers II” sits within that established body of work and is especially appealing because it revisits one of her own earlier Hermès designs.
MATERIAL & CONSTRUCTION
100% Silk / Soie
The attached black Hermès composition tag reads 100% SOIE / SILK and Made in France / Dry Clean Only.
The scarf is constructed from classic Hermès silk twill and finished with the characteristic hand-rolled roulotté hem.
Close-up photographs show:
- dense silk twill weave
- hand-finished rolled perimeter
- neat corner finishing
- strong print registration
- vivid multicolor surface
- Hermès copyright marking
- original black care/composition label
The physical weight shown in the photographs is approximately:
71.6 grams
That is an excellent substantial weight for a Carré 90 silk twill and further reflects the dense feel of the piece.
SIZE
Hermès Carré 90
Approximate dimensions:
90 × 90 cm
35.4 × 35.4 in
Classic full-size Hermès square.
COLORWAY
The main ground is a very rich deep violet / purple-blue.
Secondary tones include:
- lavender
- pale blue
- white / ivory
- emerald and muted green
- vivid red
- orange
- yellow
- grey-blue
The cooler dominant ground makes the millefiori motifs particularly vivid.
CONDITION
Overall good pre-owned condition.
Importantly, no major structural damage was observed.
There are:
- several light stains / surface marks
- some localized discoloration / tonal variation
- slight signs of previous use
- minor age/use-related variation around portions of the darker ground
The photographs document these areas closely.
No major holes, tears or serious fabric loss are visible.
The rolled edges remain overall well preserved.
Because the scarf has some staining and mild discoloration, its asking price should sit below a pristine or near-new example. This is particularly important because very clean examples of this pattern can command significantly stronger prices.
No guarantee is made that existing marks will disappear completely with cleaning.
WHY IT STANDS OUT
This is not simply another Hermès abstract silk carré.
It has several collector-relevant characteristics working together:
Caty Latham authorship
One of Hermès\' major scarf artists.
Direct historical link to a 1979 design
The composition traces back to Latham\'s original “Sulfures et Presse-Papiers.”
2002 archival reinterpretation
The II version magnifies and reframes the original concept.
Distinctive millefiori subject matter
Far removed from the more common equestrian Hermès themes.
Later-production example
This particular scarf carries the later black composition label, making it a later issue of an already established archival design rather than an original 2002 production.
Classic Carré 90 format
The most collectible and recognizable Hermès scarf format.
HOW TO STYLE
The Carré 90 format allows traditional neck and shoulder styling, head-scarf styling, bag styling or more elaborate folded arrangements.
Because of the large-scale circular paperweight motifs, this design also has unusually strong decorative potential when framed as textile art. A large section of the composition remains visually interesting even when partially folded.
IMPORTANT FIT & RETURNS
Please review the listed dimensions carefully.
Measurements are taken manually and may vary slightly because of the flexible nature of silk and the hand-rolled edges.
The photographs form an essential part of the description, particularly regarding the disclosed staining and discoloration.
SHIPPING & COST
The scarf will be carefully folded, protected and securely packaged for shipment.
Tracking will be provided where applicable.
Import duties, customs charges, taxes and other destination-country fees are the responsibility of the buyer unless collected directly by the marketplace during checkout.
PHOTO DISCLAIMER
All photographs show the actual scarf being offered.
Close-up images have deliberately been included to document the print, weave, care label, rolled edges, copyright markings and condition.
Lighting and display settings can slightly alter perceived color, especially with deep violet and blue silk.
CUSTOMER RESOLUTION
Every effort is made to describe the item accurately and transparently.
If an issue arises after delivery, the buyer is encouraged to contact the seller directly so the situation can be reviewed based on the listing photographs, description and marketplace policies.
AUTHENTICITY / BRAND
The scarf displays numerous item-specific characteristics consistent with Hermès Carré construction, including:
- Hermès silk twill
- approximately 71.6 g physical weight
- characteristic roulotté edge finish
- integrated Hermès markings
- © HERMÈS detail within the artwork
- original composition/care tag
- identified Caty Latham design
- known archival pattern
The design itself is independently documented by multiple specialist and sale sources as Hermès Sulfure et Presse-Papiers II by Caty Latham.
ROYAL DISCLAIMER
Every pre-owned item is individually photographed and described based on its visible condition.
Normal signs of prior ownership may be present unless specifically stated otherwise.
All condition observations should be considered together with the photographs, which form an integral part of the listing.
RESALE SHIELD
This listing describes the exact item shown.
Condition observations are made in good faith after visual inspection. Minor characteristics inherent to pre-owned silk—including subtle tonal variation, light marks, storage traces or age-related changes—may occur and should not automatically be interpreted as manufacturing defects.
All notable visible condition points identified during inspection have been disclosed or photographically documented.
LEGAL BLOCK
Kevinfashionstore is an independent reseller and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, sponsored by, or officially connected with Hermès International or any of its subsidiaries or affiliates.
Hermès, related trademarks, design names and copyrighted artwork remain the property of their respective owners and are referenced solely for accurate identification and resale description of the genuine branded item offered.
IMPORT DUTIES
International buyers may be responsible for customs duties, taxes, brokerage charges or other import-related costs imposed by their destination country.
Such charges are not included in the item price unless collected automatically by the marketplace.
