–SPECIAL– "HERMES" 60’s-70’s Box calf piano lock accordion bag

Based on its origins as a harness workshop, Hermès has built elegance by shaping tools to be as beautiful as possible, and here we introduce a superb piece that reflects the maison's quiet artisan philosophy directly.

Using what is presumed to be glossy black box calf and smooth leather, only the surfaces exposed to light rise smoothly, with deep shadows creating a contrast that accentuates its neat presence.

The two square gold fittings on the front are striking, and their faceted, three-dimensional edges catch light delicately, conveying elegance through the beauty of their contours rather than flashy decoration.

This hardware features a push-lock mechanism, and the act of fastening itself is designed to be a refined gesture, embodying Hermès' characteristic appeal through tactile and rhythmic sensations, reminiscent of a piano.

Structurally, the three-compartment accordion design is its greatest charm, creating a three-dimensional beauty with layered steps like stairs when viewed from the side, maintaining uniform thickness while ensuring flexibility, which reflects the high precision in leather folding and sewing.

This accordion is not just about having many compartments; it is designed with a flow for organizing belongings inside the bag, making it easier to keep things in order at hand in daily life, and as a result, it helps present a neat overall appearance.

The use of a plus screw for securing the flap's inner fitting is also interesting. While Hermès' signature pieces often evoke minus screws, many models from that era, such as the piano and Gige, used genuine plus screws as standard, which can be understood as a model-specific design philosophy rather than a later replacement.

Furthermore, the logo is a two-line embossed Hermès Paris, and the absence of the third line, which appears after the 80s, indicates an earlier style. The old font type with the S being nearly symmetrical vertically also evokes an older aesthetic even within the classic collection.

The reason for estimating the era as between 1960 and 1975 is primarily because the absence of a third line in the Hermès Paris two-line logo is a characteristic more common before the 70s, and the specific screw specifications of the piano model align well with examples from the same period. Additionally, the aging of the hardware and leather naturally matches the wear on the screw heads, ensuring the consistency of the specifications and thus their credibility.

Furthermore, the fact that the included coin case made of the same material is complete without any missing parts is proof that the tools used as practical items have been handled carefully, greatly increasing their value as collection pieces.

Before Birkins and Kellys became symbols, Hermès embodied a more architectural and minimal aristocratic aesthetic through tools, and without speaking through logos, it convinces through structure, sound, and texture, strongly emphasizing its meaning as a MOOD special collection.

In modern luxury, it is especially recommended for those who want to embody a certain dignity within tranquility, and it can be said to be a masterpiece that incorporates not only practicality in organizing belongings but also the beauty of refining one's manner into everyday life.

In terms of styling, pairing it with minimal jackets or long coats highlights the architectural accordion structure of the bag, and when added to a simple shirt and slacks for a neat look, the straight lines of the hardware and the shine of the leather tighten the overall appearance, creating an impression of quiet elegance regardless of gender.

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