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1950s Vintage Black Leather Cylindrical Handbag

Item Details

A 1950s vintage black leather cylindrical handbag. The design has smooth black leather with dual hand straps, a hinged round top featuring a gold tone open work medallion to the center, a magnetic snap closing and metal base rest. The medallion features the depiction of early 20th century figures in ball gowns, a tuxedo and a top hat embellished with rhinestones, coral tone and turquoise toned beading. The interior has a gray suede lining with a mirror to the underside of the top. A purse resembling this handbag was featured in the 1956 film “ The Hustler” starring Paul Newman.

Brand unmarked

Condition

- scratches to leather, heavily scuffed and marked lining, cracked and cloudy mirror, loose debris inside.

Dimensions

5.0" W x 8.5" H x 5.5" D

- 5.5" drop

Item #

18BAL062-242

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