Hermès Loupe, silver with engine-turned detail

This object doubles as both practical magnifying glass and decorative paperweight, with a stylised metal belt wrapped around the base and looped into the strap. This is an excellent example of Hermés' style - rendering softer materials such as textiles or rope and capturing their details through intricate, hard metals.

The belt has an engine-turned pattern that extends across its entire surface, bordered by polished edges that provide an excellent contrast between textures. Although the glass has changed colour slightly over the years into a light green and small cracks have developed on the base, it remains easy to use, and material is clearly readable when placed underneath it.

At the edge of the silver belt, near the base of the rim, lies an engraving of the Hermès, Paris mark, and beside that, a mark from Ravinet d’Enfert, the renowned Parisian silversmiths who made many pieces for the iconic brand.

Condition

This magnifying glass paperweight is in good condition. The bottom of the crystal glass shows significant signs of wear and scratches but can still be used as a practical object to look at watches or small print in books. The patina and tarnish on the silver, which can be removed, at the owner's request.

Warranty

This Hermès collectable object comes with a lifetime guarantee of authenticity from A Collected Man.