#2227  
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THREE in ONE!! Gadgets were an obsession for the 1950s consumer. They couldn't get enough of them. Gadgets for the home, the car, the office... Even the wardrobe! This spiffy handbag is a wonderful example of 1950s design innovation. It is a three in one handbag. The sides can be switched to become black moire faille, plain black faille or black wool flannel. It even has the original instruction tag! The handle is clear lucite and it has a nice gold frame. The inside is lined with black taffeta with one open pocket. It also has it's original change purse and mirror. The name inside reads L+M it also says Bags by Edwards, Made in USA and the pat. # is 2809685. The bag was never used but there is one scratch on the moire faille side. It is just over an inch long and does not go through the fabric. The rest of it is like new. A nice size, this bag measures 9" across the front. Very Good Condition $75.00 
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#2225 
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Unique 1960s tapestry bag with leather sides.
The front of the bag is done in a medallion theme, carpet tapestry. The sides and back are a very sturdy leather which keeps a rigid form. It has a wonderful brass finished clasp which you can see better in the detail pictures. The leather handles are riveted in place with leather covered buttons, a nice extra detail. It is finished on the inside with a faux wood lining and has one vinyl pocket. There is no name that I can find. The size measures 9 1/2" across the base. Excellent Condition $95.00 |
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Cherry Red leather clutch from the 1970s . Just YUMMY! Soft red leather with deco inspired, red lucite frame and gold clasp. Inside is lined in red vinyl. This bag was made in Italy by Tano. A nice size, it measures just over 13" wide at the widest point and 7" tall. It is in great condition and the only signs of wear are a couple minor surface scratches on the frame. Excellent condition $45.00
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#2218 click on picture for enlarged views |
Caramel leather clutch (lighter than my picture) from the 1970s. A handsome leather clutch with optional shoulder chain and large faux tortoise clasp. The leather is soft and supple with welted seams and nice top stitching. Although a classic style the lucite-tortoise clasp saves it from being boring and adds a touch of fun. Inside is lined in brown faille and there is a vinyl zippered pouch for coins etc. The body of the bag measures 11" across and 6" high. It is in wonderful condition with the only signs of wear being to the edges of the lining under the flap where it folds. Very Good Condition $38.00 |
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Soft black leather clutch from the 1970s. This lovely envelope clutch has a nice gathered detail on the flap. This detail transforms it from from a simple clutch to an artistic accessory! Very much in vogue at this time. Inside it is lined with black faille and has two zippered compartments. The maker was Clemente. It measures just under 12" wide by 8" high. Excellent Condition $48.00
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#2187
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Such Practical luxury! Fabulous 1940s black Persian lamb and wool boucle muff-purse. The shape is a large trapezoid pleated down the center, with the front sides trimmed in Persian lamb with a triangle of black boucle wool in the center. The back is all wool. The inside is lined in pure silk satin and the edges are piped with satin cord. There is a wrist cord made out of the same silk satin. In back is a zippered compartment with two inner pockets. The compartment is large enough for just the necessities. Wallet, Lipstick, cell phone + small brush. The decorative silver pull ring on the zipper is around the size of a nickel. This hangs from a short silver link chain. I have always been fond of these muffs from the 1940s. They really do come in handy when the weather turns chilly. I carry mine over the crook of my arm and it does get a lot of compliments! The size 11" tall, 15"across the bottom and 9" across the top. The handle shows a little wear but over all it is in .... Excellent Condition $95.00 |
#2193
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Minute evening bag and compact from the 1940s.
This itty bitty bag is just adorable! It
is made out of a deep coral faille, has a
little fabric handle and closes with a sweet
brass clasp. Inside is a matching mirrored
compact, which still has it's powder screen
and puff! The makers name is on the bag,
the frame of the compact as well as the puff.
It reads Lin-Bren Creation. The inside lining is coral taffeta and
it has three compartments one for the compact,
one for lipstick and another for your comb.
It is just a wee thing measuring 4 1/2"
tall (not including handle) 6" wide
and 2" deep at base. There is a very
small faint spot less than 1/4" round
on the back but you really have to look to
see it. The compact is pristine. Very Good Condition $38.00
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