Burberry Haymarket Check Metallic Handle Thornley Bowling Bag
About the Item
- Brand:
- Dimensions:Height: 17 in (43.18 cm)Depth: 8 in (20.32 cm)Length: 11 in (27.94 cm)
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Montreal, CA
- Reference Number:
Burberry
Universally renowned for its trench coats, jackets, footwear, leather goods and other accessories, luxury British fashion house Burberry has undergone several transformations since its inception in the 19th century.
When the 21-year-old apprentice draper Thomas Burberry (1835–1926) opened a small clothing outfitter in Basingstoke, Hampshire, in 1856, he catered to the needs of the local population, focusing on weatherproof clothing designed for outdoor activities like hunting, riding and fishing. Building on his success, Burberry researched more fabrics that would be suitable for these country pursuits. In 1888, he patented gabardine, a durable, breathable fabric that was ready for any British weather. The material was groundbreaking for rainwear, which previously had been bulky and heavy. Norwegian explorer Fridtjof Nansen wore it on his 1893 North Pole expedition and Burberry later outfitted Sir Ernest Shackleton on his Antarctic expeditions. These high-profile demonstrations of its design for extreme conditions fueled Burberry’s growth as a trusted brand.
The Tielocken coat — a forerunner to the trench coat — was patented in 1912, featuring just a button at the collar and a single strap. Higher-ranking British officers during World War I donned trench coats designed by the likes of Burberry, Aquascutum and other firms. The design of Burberry’s classic trench demonstrated a consideration of the demand for both weather protection and function on the battlefield, with every element having its purpose, whether it was the epaulets for an officer’s rank or the gun flap at the breast. When the now-familiar check — a plaid check with black, white and red stripes on a background of beige — was added as a lining during the 1920s, a fashion icon was born. Scarves and other items featuring the pattern rendered the Burberry plaid an instantly recognizable hallmark of the house around the globe.
The brand continued to gain popularity throughout the 20th century, but by the 1990s, it was in dire need of a refresh. By the time Christopher Bailey was named design director at Burberry in 2001, the check was so ubiquitous through rampant knockoffs that it had become a reference for kitsch rather than quality.
Drawing on its heritage of craftsmanship with a new streetwear edge, Bailey helped rebuild Burberry’s relevance as a reputable fashion brand. Key to this reimagining was developing an understanding of how to democratically market high-end luxury fashion. Milestones in this regard materialized in 2010, when Burberry became the first brand to livestream a fashion show (and did so using 3D technology), and in 2020, when the house brought its London Fashion Week presentation to Twitch, a popular American livestreaming service. The international visibility brought with it renewed interest in the brand, which eventually revived its tartan after dropping it from many of its clothes, including in a 2018 collaboration with Russian designer Gosha Rubchinskiy that swathed shirts, dresses, coats and bags in the check.
Although tastes have changed, the signature trench coats that date back to Burberry’s beginnings remain at the brand’s core, with new fabrics and fits continuing to adapt this British style classic to contemporary trends.
Find vintage Burberry trench coats, shoes, handbags and other accessories on 1stDibs.
- ShippingRetrieving quote...Ships From: Montreal, Canada
- Return PolicyA return for this item may be initiated within 3 days of delivery.
- Saint Laurent Black Smooth Calfskin Leather Small Cabas Classic Y BagBy Saint LaurentLocated in Montreal, QuebecThis tote is made of textured calfskin leather and features dual rolled leather top handles with gold links and a cross over strap with a weighted brass Y logo and a brass top zipper...Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Top Handle Bags
- Dior Lambskin Cannage Soft Pink My Abcdior Lady Dior Fard SmallBy Christian DiorLocated in Montreal, QuebecThis bag is crafted of quilted lambskin leather in soft pink. The bag features a wide shoulder strap and leather top handles with polished pale gold hardware including hanging Dior i...Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Top Handle Bags
- Louis Vuitton Black Vernis Noir Magnetique Alma Pm HandbagBy Louis VuittonLocated in Montreal, QuebecThis bag is created of Louis Vuitton monogram-embossed Vernis patent leather in black. The bag has smooth rolled leather top handles and dark silver hardware including a double 3/4 w...Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Top Handle Bags
- Prada Black Patent Leather Galleria Tote BagBy PradaLocated in Montreal, QuebecColor: shiny black Material: Patent leather Item code: 31 Comes with: Dust bag and shoulder strap Condition: Very good. Faint hairline scratches to shiny black exterior, light marks,...Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Top Handle Bags
- Saint Laurent Sac De Jour Medium Black Leather ToteBy Saint LaurentLocated in Montreal, QuebecSaint Laurent classic Sac De Jour handbag in smooth calfskin leather. Featuring dual rolled leather handles, a hanging couchette with...Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Top Handle Bags
- Dior Vintage Burgundy Boston Bowler BagBy Christian DiorLocated in Montreal, QuebecCOLOR: Burgundy MATERIAL: Canvas MEASURES: H 7” x W 10” x D 6” DROP: 5” CONDITION: Very good - faint hairline marks, darkening to rolled leather handles, bag was refurbished and dyed...Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Top Handle Bags
- 2015 Chanel Rare black Classic flap enamel crossbody top handle bagBy ChanelLocated in Miami, FLVery rare piece the same collection in a larger size as bag seen on kate middleton Lambskin leather comes with dust bag and authenticity card. In like...Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Crossbody Bags and Messenger Bags
- 2008 Chanel Mademoiselle patent leather frame bagBy ChanelLocated in Miami, FLWorn by Kim K. in a larger version In excellent condition minor wrinkles to patent leather on bottom of bag. Can be worn as a wrist satchel, top handle bag or a...Category
21st Century and Contemporary Top Handle Bags
- Fendi Monogram Blue PochetteLocated in New York, NYLength: 11 Inches Height: 6 Inches Material: CanvasCategory
1990s Top Handle Bags
- Moschino Vintage Red Present Gift Box Leather BagBy MoschinoLocated in Concord, NCMoschino vintage whimsical red present gift box top handle bag. Red metallic leather with a velvet bow. To open the bag, the top lifts up but is attached to the bag by the leather st...Category
Early 2000s Italian Top Handle Bags
- Luxury Black Matte Authentic Crocodile Leather HandbagLocated in Newport Coast, CALuxurious Matte Black Authentic Crocodile Handbag! A Stunning bag Matte Black Authentic Crocodile Designer Handbag signed c..R.I. Interior has a large zippered pocket, a small ce...Category
Early 2000s Central Asian Top Handle Bags
- Pablo Picasso Vintage Bi Color Kelly Flap BagBy Pablo PicassoLocated in Fort Lauderdale, FLThe Vintage Kelly Flap style bag from Pablo Picassi is one of the famed luxury goods house's most coveted and exclusive items. This flap bag is made of blac...Category
1980s Italian Top Handle Bags
Recently Viewed
View AllRead More
How to Tell If Your Burberry Coat or Bag Is Authentic
The iconic British brand is irresistible to fashion lovers — and counterfeiters. Find out how to tell the real deal from a convincing fake.
The Stories behind the Most Famous Luxury Fashion Logos
From Chanel to YSL, the logos of some legacy fashion houses spark instant brand recognition and have come to symbolize a kind of luxury that feels at once aspirational and attainable.