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Hermes Musee Silk Scarf by Philippe Ledoux - This is an Hermes silk twill scarf in the Musee pattern, designed by artist Philippe Ledoux. The design features an intricate arrangement of historical museum artifacts on a white ground with a light blue border. Central to the piece is a ship's steering wheel inscribed with the word MUSEE. The composition includes maritime, military, and equestrian motifs such as a pink and gold ceremonial saddle, a model steamboat labeled BATEAU VAPEUR DE JOUFFROY D'ABBANS 1784, a horse-drawn carriage, and an illustration of a woman wearing the Coiffure a la Belle Poule ship-wig. The scarf is finished with hand-rolled edges. Visible markings include the artist's signature LEDOUX in the lower right quadrant, HERMES-PARIS in the lower center, and the copyright symbol (c) HERMES near a rope and scabbard detail. A fabric care label is stitched to one corner, stating the item is made in France of 100 percent silk with care instructions. Measurements: 90 x 90 cm