Empty ashtray pocket tray Hermès "Calèche" (1974) – Archive Mode Asako Turengin

The Object: An exceptional piece for collectors of the Hermès house and fashion history enthusiasts. This Limoges porcelain catchall, featuring the iconic "Calèche" pattern in burgundy with fine gold fillets, is a precious testament to the relationships between Parisian haute couture and Japan in the 1970s. The dedication is fired into the porcelain. Illustrious Provenance & Archive: This model is unique due to its handwritten gold inscription on the back: "Christmas 1974 - For Asako Turengin... From Hermès-Paris." Asako Turengin was an influential Japanese fashion journalist for the renowned magazine Mode et Mode. An official correspondent and specialised author (notably for the Grote Mode-Encyclopedie), she documented the behind-the-scenes of haute couture for decades. This catchall was an institutional gift from the Hermès house to this figure in the press. Condition and Characteristics: Manufacture: Limoges porcelain, Made in France. Dimensions: 20x16. Condition: Remarkable preservation for its age (over 50 years). The gilding and pigments are intact, with no chips or cracks. Authenticity: Official markings under the base accompanying the personalised dedication. Note to buyers: This item is sold alone. The fashion documents and magazines visible in the photos serve to attest to the provenance and journey of the original recipient but are not part of the sale.