The Golden Horsemen – HERMÈS 90 SCARF

Hermès scarf 90 cm – The Golden Horsemen – Dimitri Rybaltchenko (1975)

Created in 1975 by Dimitri Rybaltchenko at the request of the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, Les Cavaliers d'Or pays homage to the refinement of Scythian art, the nomadic civilization that emerged from Asia before our era. This exceptional scarf, first issued in 1975 and then reissued in 1992, is now sought after by collectors for its rich iconography and rarity.

A very beautiful, luminous palette combining green, ivory white and gold.

Condition: Good condition. Signs of wear. Minor marks. No holes. Rolled hem in excellent condition. The photos are an integral part of the description and allow you to appreciate this unique piece. We invite you to examine them carefully to get a clear idea of ​​its condition.

Features

• Dimensions: approx. 90 × 90 cm (36" x 36")
• Material: 100% silk twill. No label.
• Hand-rolled edges – Made in France
• Second-hand scarf carefully authenticated by Carré Society – authenticity guaranteed

Art and History of this Hermès Scarf

The Les Cavaliers d'Or scarf was designed to accompany the exhibition “Scythian Gold,” presented in New York and then at the Grand Palais in Paris in 1976. It celebrates the ornamental art of the Scythians, formidable horsemen and talented goldsmiths, whose sumptuous jewelry had a lasting influence on European styles. On the silk, one finds intricately carved combs, gold pectorals, protective amulets, and finely decorated harnesses. A square scarf that testifies to the union of ancient history and timeless elegance.