Frequently Asked Questions
What is the heritage of Hermès?
Founded in Paris in 1837 as a maker of the finest equestrian harnesses and saddlery, Hermès has spent nearly two centuries refining the art of the crafted object to a standard that has become the benchmark of French luxury.
How does Hermès’s heritage inform La Table Hermès?
La Table Hermès translates the house’s two-century heritage of mastery directly to the dining room—bringing its unique command of color, narrative, and material to fine Limoges porcelain conceived to outlast fashion and be passed with pride between generations.
What are the signature Hermès tableware patterns available at Kneen & Co?
As an authorized Hermès dealer, Kneen & Co offers the full La Table Hermès collection, including Bleus d’Ailleurs, Passifolia, Mosaïque au 24, and Balcon du Guadalquivir. The Carnets d’Equateur collection, illustrated by Robert Dallet, represents porcelain as a sustained act of artistic devotion and is among the most visually arresting in the Hermès portfolio.
What materials define Hermès tableware?
Hermès tableware is crafted in fine Limoges porcelain, a material of exceptional weight, chromatic depth, and precision. The pieces are decorated using patterns developed by the house’s in-house artists.
What craftsmanship standards define Hermès tableware?
Hermès tableware is finished to the exacting standards that define every object bearing the house name. The chromatic depth, the precision of the hand-applied decoration, and the weight of the porcelain speak immediately to a trained eye.
Is Hermès tableware suitable for regular dining use?
Yes, Hermès tableware is dishwasher safe on a delicate cycle, and many pieces are microwave safe—a deliberate practicality that allows these singular objects to inhabit the rhythms of daily life without compromise.
How should Hermès tableware be cared for?
Hand washing is always recommended to preserve the brilliance of each pattern across decades of devoted use, but Hermès is designed to be lived with, not stored away.
Is Hermès tableware an appropriate wedding gift?
Few gifts communicate enduring intention as eloquently as a setting of Hermès porcelain, making it an appropriate wedding gift. These objects are designed to become the service against which every meaningful dinner is measured.
Is Hermès tableware an appropriate heirloom gift?
Absolutely. Hermès porcelain gains significance with every year it is in use, making it an extraordinary heirloom that transcends the occasion for which it is given.
Is Kneen & Co an authorized Hermès dealer?
Yes. Kneen & Co is proud to be an authorized Hermès retailer, offering a curated selection of Hermès tableware and home décor. Every piece is sourced directly through official channels, ensuring complete authenticity and the full standard of care that Hermès demands of its retail partners.
Do customers receive products in the iconic Hermès orange box?
Yes. Orders fulfilled through Kneen & Co arrive in the signature Hermès orange box — one of the most recognized symbols of luxury in the world. The presentation is part of the experience, and we take care to ensure every piece reaches you exactly as Hermès intended.
What lead times apply to Hermès at Kneen & Co?
Hermès tableware carries a lead time of approximately 12–24 weeks for special orders, a reflection of the artisanal care with which each piece is made rather than a constraint. Kneen & Co’s team advises on current in-stock availability and guides every selection with attentiveness.