Hermès 140 Cashmere & Silk Shawl Colour_Yellow A chessboard design with blue

A chessboard design with blue pieces

Designed by Maurice Taquoy and first released in 1951 followed by a re-issue in 1993

Embellished with tiny beads

rust and green in a stripey swirled design

although the silk has softened slightly with age

Hermès 140 Cashmere & Silk Shawl Colour_Yellow A chessboard design with blue65% Cashmere and 35% Silk. A stunning, luxurious shawl with a classic Hermes design in navy and teal on a stone background with eyelash edges. A few pulls are present though lost within the pattern. Made in France and measuring 54 inches square. Condition: E Condition Key: BNWT BRAND NEW WITH TAGS Could be modern or vintage but includes original tags and may include original packaging. BN BRAND NEW No evidence of having been worn but no tags. P