2000s Mulberry Black Congo Unisex Leather Briefcase Top Handle / Crossbody Bag
By Mulberry
Located in Arnhem, NL
Mulberry laptop/document bag crafted from black Congo leather with a crocodile-embossed pattern and finished with brass-tone hardware. The bag can be carried as a top-handle bag or w...
1990s Mulberry Document Tablet Case in Crocodile Brown Embossed Leather
By Mulberry
Located in Arnhem, NL
This Mulberry document case is made of crocodile embossed brown leather with smooth brown leather trim and gold-tone hardware. The flap can be opened by a press button. The interior ...
Mulberry Oxblood Chiltern Strapped Briefcase
By Mulberry
Located in London, England
Mulberry Oxblood Chiltern Strapped Briefcase - Soft oxblood brown leather - Double buckle fastening - Top handle or shoulder strap carry - Gold hardware strap fastenings and handle...
MULBERRY Solid Black Leather Briefcase Bag
By Mulberry
Located in San Francisco, CA
MULBERRY bag comes in a black pebble grain leather featuring a briefcase style, top handle, shoulder strap, and a locket closure.
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