Baobab Cat Noir Vintage Silk Scarf Pillow 19"

Vintage finds exclusively ours.  Our vintage Hermès silk scarf pillows are sustainably sourced, locally made with a history and story to be told.

One-of-a-kind pillows reimagined from the world’s finest collection of vintage Hermès scarves.  Each piece is unique, handcrafted in our Lexington KY atelier – never to be repeated. 

The charming size is perfect for anywhere in your home. Great as a single piece or in a collection, it’ll be almost impossible to pick just one.

19"H x 19"W

Ardmore Artists for Hermès

2017

The Baobab Cat scarf, a Hermès creation, tells a story of power, grace, and the intertwining of nature and art. It features a central baobab flower, often depicted in full bloom, with a leopard nestled within or beside it. The design draws inspiration from the Zulu culture, where the leopard symbolized noble status and the baobab represented power and grace. The scarf's design also subtly incorporates the baobab's blooming cycle, as the flowers open at dusk, coinciding with the leopard's hunting time.

The leopard and the baobab tree are not just visual elements, but carry significant cultural weight. The leopard, a majestic feline, is associated with royalty and power in Zulu tradition. The baobab, with its imposing size and unique shape, embodies strength and resilience.

The Baobab Cat design is attributed to the Ardmore Artists, a collective of South African artists. They are known for their vibrant and whimsical designs, often incorporating elements of African flora and fauna.

Blue

Vintage Hermes 100% silk Baobab Cat scarf front paired with a navy velvet reverse and pom pom fringe. Inner-lining for extra strength and durability with a hidden zipper and our 10/90 feather down pillow insert.

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