Renato Balestra Blu di Balestra Vintage Silk Scarf Equestrian Hunt Italy

Key Details

Item: Large Square Designer Scarf / Foulard

Designer: Renato Balestra

Label / Line: Blu di Balestra

Monogram: RB

Origin: Italy

Era: c.1980s

Material: Silk / believed to be pure silk – no composition label present

Design: Equestrian Hunt / Horses & Hounds / Floral

Colours: Cream, chocolate brown, ochre, gold, red and grey

Dimensions: Approx. 85 × 82 cm

Signature: Printed RB monogram and “Blu di Balestra” signature

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Mini Story or Hook

A striking vintage Italian designer scarf from Blu di Balestra by Renato Balestra, featuring an wonderfully detailed traditional equestrian hunting scene.

At its centre, riders in hunting dress sit astride beautifully rendered horses surrounded by a pack of hounds. The scene is framed by elaborate flowers, foliage and golden hunting horns, with a rich chocolate-brown border completing the design.

The corner carries the distinctive RB monogram and Blu di Balestra signature, identifying the scarf with Italian couturier Renato Balestra.

Dating to approximately the 1980s, this generously sized scarf combines classic Italian fashion with an enduring equestrian aesthetic. Beautiful worn as a statement scarf, displayed as textile art or added to a collection of vintage Italian designer accessories.

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Condition

Condition: Very Good Vintage – see detailed notes below.

This vintage Blu di Balestra scarf presents very well for its age.

* Rich and attractive colours throughout.

* Detailed equestrian, hound and floral design remains crisp and visually striking.

* RB / Blu di Balestra signature is clearly visible.

* Edges appear intact.

* Light fold lines and creasing from storage.

* Minor age-related signs of previous use may be present.

* No significant holes, tears or major damage apparent.

* No fibre-content label is present; material is believed to be silk based upon its appearance and comparable documented Blu di Balestra examples.

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