Hermes Red Lacquer & Brass Buckle Desk Box by Ravinet d'Enfert

Produced for Hermes by the renowned French silversmith Ravinet d'Enfert, this elegant lacquered desk box exemplifies the understated sophistication that has long defined the maison's home collection. Crafted in France during the 1960s, the rectangular form is finished in a rich oxblood red lacquer framed by a brass buckle, while the lid is adorned with Hermes' iconic belt and buckle motif a subtle nod to the house's equestrian heritage.

Unlike purely decorative boxes, this example was conceived as a refined desktop accessory. Its clean proportions make it equally suited for storing correspondence, stationery, jewelry, business cards, or other daily essentials while serving as a striking decorative object. The restrained palette of deep lacquer and warm gilt complements both contemporary and traditional interiors, allowing the craftsmanship to speak for itself.

The underside is stamped Hermes along with the Ravinet d'Enfert maker's mark, confirming its production by one of France's most respected metalworking ateliers. Objects from this period represent a particularly desirable era of Hermes decorative arts, where exceptional French craftsmanship met timeless modern design.

Elegant, functional, and increasingly difficult to source, this desk box embodies the quiet luxury that continues to define vintage Hermes home accessories.