Fonsbelle

Condition: prior to restoration – significant signs of wear consistent with age
Accessories: original Hermès box, not original to the bag

The elegant Fonsbelle bag in smooth dark brown leather is a less commonly encountered vintage model by the House of Hermès. Its understated, structured silhouette with a flap closure is complemented by distinctive gold-tone metal hardware, whose rounded link-shaped design references the House’s equestrian heritage. An adjustable leather strap allows the bag to be comfortably worn over the shoulder.
The minimalist design highlights the quality of the material, meticulous craftsmanship and purity of line characteristic of Hermès. Today, the Fonsbelle is among the House’s less frequently seen historic handbag models and has recently been reinterpreted as the Fonsbelle Chaîne, which draws on the distinctive shape and fastening motif of the original design.
Following careful restoration, the bag will become a timeless accessory while retaining its authentic vintage character and the elegance synonymous with the House of Hermès.