Designed by
Oliver, Kermit, American, born 1943
Manufactured by
Hermès International S.A., French, founded 1837
Date
1986
Medium
silk (textile)
Dimensions
H x W: 35 7/16 × 35 7/16 in. (90 × 90 cm)
Description
This is a black, brown, and yellow Hermès scarf designed by Kermit Oliver depicting the local flora and fauna of Texas. In the middle of the scarf is a large turkey surrounded in a circle by cactus leaves with animals interspersed. In each corner is a small circle, like a stylized nest, with different animals seen in their natural habits. Along the bottom of the central circle is a small banner with text that reads "FAUNE ET FLORE DU TEXAS/ TEXAS WILDLIFE." The scarf background is black with a light gray border.
Place made
Lyon, Rhône-Alpes, France, Europe
Place depicted
Texas, United States, North and Central America
Classification
Clothing - Fashion and Historical
Type
scarves (costume accessories)
Topic
American West
Art
Clothing and dress
Design
Fashion
Fashion design
Nature
Credit Line
Collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, Gift of Hermès Soie et Textiles
Object number
2016.106.3
Restrictions & Rights
© Hermès 2016
Permission required for use. Proper usage is the responsibility of the user.
GUID
http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/fd526d4b66c-d0ea-4acf-9a32-38a2fd648edc

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