{"product_id":"special03hermes","title":"–SPECIAL– \"HERMES\" 70’s Foncebel oval link bar-lock box calf top handle bag","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-marked=\"1\"\u003eSince its founding in 1837, built upon the functional beauty and craftsmanship cultivated as a harness workshop, HERMÈS has defined luxury without compromise from material selection to structural design. We are pleased to introduce the rare model \"Foncebel,\" an icon of the 1970s archive.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe design of the hardware, which strongly reflects harmony with jewelry lines, and the structural bag construction exude a quiet dignity, making it an exceptional masterpiece.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBased on a stoic black box calfskin, the oval link bar lock closure positioned at the center demonstrates its presence as a form rather than decoration. It is designed to be recognizable as HERMÈS at a glance without relying on the brand logo, achieving a high level of completeness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe box calfskin, with its uniform and fine surface, reflects light beautifully. Its firmness maintains a square shape, making the contours less likely to distort over time. The firm tension felt upon touch is not only visually appealing but also a practical choice reflecting durability as a tool, embodying HERMÈS's philosophy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe front lock mechanism features two supporting posts protruding from the flap, with a bar passing through them, reminiscent of the complex manufacturing process unique to the 1970s.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe gold metal hardware, featuring the \"Gourmette\" motif with linked oval rings, vividly tells of the era when jewelry ideas were adapted for bags. It clearly differs from mass-produced hardware of the 2000s and beyond, leaving traces of craftsmanship and a sense of weight.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe interior is lined with lambskin and features a three-layer accordion compartment structure, reflecting a strong organizing philosophy for beautifully arranging belongings. Unlike modern minimal interiors, the act of opening and closing itself feels refined, a luxury unique to that era.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe balance of the top handle is excellent, providing a high sense of stability when held, and practicality naturally fits within its classic appearance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn terms of dating, the internal stamp with \"HERMÈS \/ PARIS\" in two layers of gold foil, and the font style with strong serifs and generous letter spacing typical of the 1970s to early 1980s, can be confirmed. Additionally, the model's specific features, such as the Gourmet lock hardware used only in the 1970s and the three-layer accordion structure, fully align, making this item a highly credible \"Foncebel\" manufactured around 1970–1979.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis model is considered the source of the later \"Roulis\" design, but the lock mechanism and internal structure are entirely different, making it an important point that it is not a direct successor.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe value of this masterpiece lies not in iconic pieces like Kelly or Birkin but in its ability to incorporate HERMÈS's design history into everyday life. The Foncebel, produced only briefly in the 1970s, is very rare today and has established itself as a \"connoisseur's\" archive and collector's piece.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe sense that value accumulates through background and structure rather than decoration is the greatest appeal of owning this bag.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStyling-wise, pairing it with a neat coat or tailored jacket balances the overall look and highlights the hardware's shine without excess. Alternatively, pairing it with a minimalist shirt and slacks or a simple dress allows the bag's structural beauty to stand out as the main feature, elevating it to an elegant presence regardless of gender.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis piece, a masterpiece of craftsmanship and era's aesthetic, is among the most refined in the HERMÈS archive.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDon't miss this opportunity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HERMES","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47601335075054,"sku":null,"price":528000.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0630\/2751\/1534\/files\/D848ED13-C160-48A5-819F-FBE9D143BCC9.jpg?v=1769768995","url":"https:\/\/mood-by-link.com\/en\/products\/special03hermes","provider":"MOOD","version":"1.0","type":"link"}