Amidst the quiet streets and stone dwellings of Villaines-les-Rochers, an ancient troglodyte village in France, lies a tradition of wickerwork. Skilled hands meticulously weave together slender withies of the petite grisette willow, transforming them into works of art.
The art of wickerwork has been practised since the 7th century in Villaines-les-Rochers, and is perpetuated by the fifty or so wickerworkers and basket-makers in the local wickerwork cooperative established in 1849.
Hermès, which has been partner of this structure for over forty years, has strengthened its commitment over time, in a spirit of constantly renewed creativity. From household objects, the collaboration has extended to incorporate bags and fashion accessories, fostering a culture of innovation and creativity.
By promoting these exceptional skills, new vocations are inspired and the craft lives on.
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Welcome to the world of Hermès:
In 1837, Thierry Hermès opened his workshop making the finest quality harnesses and saddles in the heart of Paris.
Today, Hermès is still a family company whose craftspeople make, often by hand and always with love, bags and belts, diaries and dishes, scarves and shoes, perfumes and purses, ties and travelling furniture, as well as gloves, hats, watches, jewellery and clothes.
17 окт 2024
