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Hermes Gavroche Silk Pocket Square in Poste et Cavalerie Pattern - Hermes silk Gavroche pocket square or small scarf featuring the Poste et Cavalerie pattern, also known as Paperoles, designed by artist Joachim Metz. The composition is centered on a highly detailed ornate horse-drawn carriage enclosed within an oval decorative rope border. The surrounding design includes two profile-view horse heads at the top and two full-bodied horses at the bottom, all shown in elaborate ceremonial tack. The field is further embellished with intricate cordage, tassels, and scrolls in shades of gold, cream, pink, and grey set against a pale blue ground. The piece is finished with hand-rolled edges. Printed marks include HERMES PARIS in a stylized rope-like font located beneath the central carriage and a shield emblem at the bottom center bearing the inscription Poste et Cavalerie. An original fabric care label is attached, which reads MADE IN FRANCE, SOIE 100% SILK, DRY CLEAN ONLY. Approximately 16.5 inches x 16.5 inches (42 cm x 42 cm).