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Marbled White Mother of Pearl Lucite Briefcase Novelty Box Purse, 1950s
$350
£267.59
€308.21
CA$490.46
A$547.55
CHF 286.91
MX$6,702.54
NOK 3,643.73
SEK 3,435.58
DKK 2,300.23
About the Item
A rare suitcase-style Lucite purse, this statement piece is made even more interesting by the clear vinyl side bellows trimmed in gold. Both traditional and avant garde.
White marbleized Lucite suitcase purse with folding self top handle; hinged lid with self flip latch closure. Interior features gold-trimmed clear vinyl bellows on each side to prevent lid from falling open; unlined.
fabric: MOP Lucite, vinyl
noteworthy: clean with damp cloth
repairs: none
condition: good with light surface wear, one (½” x ¼”) area of delamination/shearing at back left corner and one hairline crack on left side of lid, none of which create sharp edges or impair function. (See photos.)
measurements:
width: 11”
height: 7”
depth: 3”
mouth: opens 6 ½”
handle: 2 ½” drop
label: no label present
- Dimensions:Height: 7 in (17.78 cm)Width: 11 in (27.94 cm)Depth: 3 in (7.62 cm)
- Style:Lucite (In the Style Of)
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Good condition with light surface wear, one (½” x ¼”) area of delamination/shearing at back left corner and one hairline crack on left side of lid, none of which create sharp edges or impair function (a350ee photos).
- Seller Location:Tucson, AZ
- Reference Number:Seller: 0430.10.0331stDibs: LU864322599042
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