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Hermès Courbettes & Cabrioles Silk Scarf by Francoise Faconnet - This silk twill scarf features the Courbettes & Cabrioles pattern designed for Hermès by artist Francoise Faconnet. The design illustrates classical dressage maneuvers performed by horses, inspired by 17th-century equestrian motifs. A central medallion displays the title Courbettes & Cabrioles (1654) and the brand mark HERMÈS-PARIS. The surrounding composition includes horses in various poses accompanied by descriptive Latin inscriptions. The imagery is framed by ornate baroque-style scrollwork and acanthus leaf borders in shades of brown, gold, and pink. The background is a pale celadon green with a matching solid border and a hand-rolled hem. Visible markings include the designer signature Faconnet in the lower right corner and a copyright mark reading © HERMÈS integrated into the lower-left scrollwork. 35 inches x 35 inches.