Hermes Apollo rare 1950s fur clip.Gilt bronze double layered sun rays, center mounted by the head of a young Apollo.
Louis XIV chose the sun for his emblem. The sun was Apollo, god of Peace and the Arts; it was also the heavenly body giving life to all things. Here a classic french iconic emblem is adapted as a decorative emblem for Hermes. The symbol of Louis XIV (Sun King) seen daily the on railing of Louvre and Place Vendome, takes a classic moniker and redefines it.
Signed: Hermes, clip signed Depose. Excellent condition.